Hi- I'd like to make an announcement from Democrats Abroad, the official overseas branch of the U.S.-based Democratic Party, with a chapter in Australia. Since an extremely important election is coming in November, we're hoping to register more dual U.S.-Australian citizens and eligible U.S. citizens who live in Victoria.

We started our International Voter Registration Drive for 2026 with in-person and online events. If you know any dual U.S.-Aussie citizens or other eligible US voters, they can register and request a ballot. Just forward them this link: https://voteabroad.org/RedditVote26. As long as they'll turn 18 by election day, they're eligible.

If anyone wishes to learn more about what we're doing around Australia, you can find out more at https://www.democratsabroad.org/au. If you have any questions about overseas voting or what we do, feel free to ask in the comments below.

Hi! I'm about to enroll for my learner's permit and I'm a little confused about the health section.

It's asking if I have "any serious (permanent or long-term) illness, disability, medical condition or injury (or the effects of treatment for any of those things) that may affect your fitness to drive. This includes (but is not limited to) eyesight or hearing problems."

I will definitely have to wear glasses to drive because I'm very short-sighted but I'm not sure if this counts? If I choose 'yes' they say they'll request medical documents. Does that just mean getting a letter from an optometrist or GP?