Sri Lanka, May 3 -- Over 18 million Australians are voting today (3), choosing between the incumbent centre-left Labour party and the conservative Liberal/National Coalition.

However, roughly one-third of voters are expected to support alternative candidates, highlighting a shift away from the traditional two-party dominance.

The election is taking place against a backdrop of a cost-of-living crisis and the looming presence of US President Donald Trump.

Recent pre-election polls have indicated a strengthening position for the Labour Party, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

However, Australia's preferential voting system and the declining influence of the two major parties make the outcome for the 150-member House of Representati...