With the forthcoming federal election looming, ERRN QLD chapter is organizing an online panel discussion on the management and logistics of the election. At least two elements regarding the forthcoming election can be considered: logistical challenges such as voters’ and staff safety, given Covid-19 and a predicted surge in early in postal voting. Fostering exchange between academics and electoral commissions, in this ERRN event, Professors Anika Gauja and Rodney Smith will join First Assistant Commissioner, Service Delivery Division, Dr Kath Gleeson from the Australian Electoral Commission. Presenters will talk between 10-15 minutes, followed by a Q&A session. The event will be chaired by Dr. Ferran Martinez i Coma ERRN QLD chapter convener and Senior Lecturer at Griffith University.