Determination of names and boundaries of federal electoral divisions in the Northern Territory: 4 March 2025
As determined by the Electoral Commissioner on 27 July 2023, the Northern Territory is entitled to two members of the House of Representatives.
Pursuant to sub-section 73(1) of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 (the Electoral Act), the augmented Electoral Commission for the Northern Territory has determined the names of the two electoral divisions are:
• Lingiari
• Solomon
Pursuant to sub-section 73(1) of the Electoral Act, the augmented Electoral Commission for the Northern Territory has determined that the boundaries of these electoral divisions are as shown on the maps displayed on the Australian Electoral Commission website at www.aec.gov.au/Electorates/Redistributions and lodged in file number 2024/18080 at the National Office of the Australian Electoral Commission in Canberra.
The augmented Electoral Commission for the Northern Territory has made decisions in accordance with the requirements of section 56A and sub-sections 73(3), 73(4) and 73(4A) of the Electoral Act.
As provided for by sub-section 73(1) of the Electoral Act, and subject to the provisions of the Electoral Act, the electoral divisions determined by this notice will take effect on Tuesday 4 March 2025 and will apply until the next determination of names and boundaries of electoral divisions in the Northern Territory is published in the Commonwealth Government Notices Gazette pursuant to sub-section 73(1) or sub-section 76(6) of the Electoral Act.
Pursuant to sub-section 73(6) of the Electoral Act, until the next following expiration or dissolution of the House of Representatives, the redistribution does not affect the election of a new member to fill a vacancy happening in the House of Representatives.
The Hon. Susan Kenny AM KC
Chairperson
Augmented Electoral Commission for the Northern Territory
Overview
The Determination of names and boundaries of federal electoral divisions in the Northern Territory: 4 March 2025, issued by the Hon. Susan Kenny AM KC, Chairperson of the Augmented Electoral Commission for the Northern Territory on 27 July 2023, addresses the allocation of electoral divisions in the Northern Territory under the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 (Electoral Act). This determination establishes two electoral divisions for the Northern Territory, named Lingiari and Solomon, with their respective boundaries as displayed on the Australian Electoral Commission website and lodged in the National Office of the Australian Electoral Commission. This determination was made in accordance with sections 56A and 73(3), 73(4), and 73(4A) of the Electoral Act, ensuring the electoral divisions will take effect on 4 March 2025. The policy objective is to maintain fair representation and equitable distribution of electoral divisions in line with the Electoral Act.
Scope and Application
The C2025G00100 Determination sets out the names and boundaries of the federal electoral divisions within the Northern Territory, effective from 4 March 2025. This Act applies to the determination of the electoral divisions of Lingiari and Solomon as established by the augmented Electoral Commission for the Northern Territory, pursuant to the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918. These divisions are identified by their respective names and the boundaries are defined by maps available on the Australian Electoral Commission website and lodged at the National Office in Canberra. The Act applies to all individuals and entities within these divisions and governs the conduct and transactions related to federal elections within the Northern Territory. The scope of the Act is geographically limited to the Northern Territory and extends to the Commonwealth level. The Act does not specify any exclusions or exemptions, but it does note that the redistribution does not affect the election of a new member to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives until the next dissolution of the House. The Act may also be extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, in accordance with the Electoral Act.
Key Provisions
The Determination of names and boundaries of federal electoral divisions in the Northern Territory, made by the Hon. Susan Kenny AM KC on behalf of the augmented Electoral Commission for the Northern Territory, outlines the official names and boundaries for the two electoral divisions in the Northern Territory. These divisions are named Lingiari and Solomon, as specified in section 73(1) of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 (the Electoral Act). The specific boundaries of these divisions are defined by maps available on the Australian Electoral Commission’s website and are also lodged in file number 2024/18080 at the National Office of the Australian Electoral Commission in Canberra. These determinations will take effect on Tuesday 4 March 2025, as per the provisions outlined in section 73(1) of the Electoral Act.
The obligations imposed by this determination require that the electoral divisions of Lingiari and Solomon adhere to the boundaries and names set out by the Electoral Commission. The Electoral Commission must ensure that these divisions comply with the provisions of sections 56A and sub-sections 73(3), 73(4), and 73(4A) of the Electoral Act. These sections detail the requirements for the equitable distribution of electors among divisions and the avoidance of malapportionment, ensuring fair representation. Additionally, the Electoral Commission must maintain the integrity of the electoral process by ensuring that the maps and files referenced are publicly accessible and accurately reflect the determined boundaries.
Breaches of the provisions outlined in this determination could lead to legal consequences. While the specific penalties are not detailed within the text, under the Electoral Act, violations related to electoral processes can result in both civil and criminal penalties. Civil penalties may include fines or other financial penalties, while criminal penalties can result in imprisonment. The maximum penalties for electoral offences are detailed within the Electoral Act itself, which provides a comprehensive framework for addressing violations and maintaining the integrity of the electoral process.