Number of electors enrolled in each Division - 30 September 2016

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Legislation au C2016G01333 In force Gazette

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AUSTRALIAN ELECTORAL COMMISSION

Pursuant to s58 of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 I have ascertained and

set out in the schedule for each State and Territory the number of electors

enrolled in each Division as at the date indicated and for each State and the

Australian Capital Territory have determined the average divisional enrolment

and the extent to which the number of electors enrolled in each Division

differs from the average divisional enrolment.

TOM ROGERS

Electoral Commissioner

THE SCHEDULE

New South Wales as at 30 September,2016

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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BANKS 104405 -4.28

BARTON 108596 -0.44

BENNELONG 105421 -3.35

BEROWRA 104720 -3.99

BLAXLAND 104381 -4.30

BRADFIELD 105158 -3.59

CALARE 113704 4.24

CHIFLEY 105429 -3.34

COOK 105102 -3.64

COWPER 119289 9.36

CUNNINGHAM 111790 2.48

DOBELL 113009 3.60

EDEN-MONARO 108536 -0.49

FARRER 112844 3.45

FOWLER 106292 -2.55

GILMORE 117105 7.35

GRAYNDLER 106409 -2.44

GREENWAY 105337 -3.42

HUGHES 105299 -3.46

HUME 107983 -1.00

HUNTER 114712 5.16

KINGSFORD SMITH 109462 0.35

LINDSAY 111857 2.54

LYNE 112560 3.19

MACARTHUR 106697 -2.18

MACKELLAR 108577 -0.45

MCMAHON 107384 -1.55

MACQUARIE 105842 -2.96

MITCHELL 103609 -5.01

NEWCASTLE 113796 4.32

NEW ENGLAND 110430 1.24

NORTH SYDNEY 106439 -2.41

PAGE 118548 8.68

PARKES 108372 -0.64

PARRAMATTA 102389 -6.13

PATERSON 114290 4.77

REID 106202 -2.63

RICHMOND 114078 4.58

RIVERINA 112417 3.06

ROBERTSON 109033 -0.04

SHORTLAND 111087 1.84

SYDNEY 111474 2.19

WARRINGAH 103171 -5.41

WATSON 106073 -2.75

WENTWORTH 103335 -5.26

WERRIWA 110400 1.21

WHITLAM 113608 4.15

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Totals 5126651 ( Average: 109077 )

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Victoria as at 30 September,2016

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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ASTON 96190 -10.97

BALLARAT 112122 3.77

BATMAN 109945 1.75

BENDIGO 110228 2.02

BRUCE 96554 -10.63

CALWELL 110084 1.88

CASEY 104113 -3.63

CHISHOLM 97578 -9.68

CORANGAMITE 111315 3.02

CORIO 109041 0.92

DEAKIN 99966 -7.47

DUNKLEY 106051 -1.84

FLINDERS 116128 7.48

GELLIBRAND 108434 0.36

GIPPSLAND 105086 -2.73

GOLDSTEIN 105708 -2.16

GORTON 117330 8.59

HIGGINS 104701 -3.09

HOLT 118207 9.40

HOTHAM 100448 -7.03

INDI 104842 -2.96

ISAACS 105467 -2.38

JAGAJAGA 103746 -3.97

KOOYONG 99982 -7.46

LALOR 126548 17.12

LA TROBE 107284 -0.70

MCEWEN 133818 23.85

MCMILLAN 117733 8.96

MALLEE 100009 -7.43

MARIBYRNONG 111807 3.48

MELBOURNE 113385 4.94

MELBOURNE PORTS 103642 -4.07

MENZIES 99615 -7.80

MURRAY 105020 -2.79

SCULLIN 111524 3.21

WANNON 99490 -7.91

WILLS 114558 6.02

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Totals 3997699 ( Average: 108045 )

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Queensland as at 30 September,2016

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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BLAIR 99124 -3.65

BONNER 100815 -2.01

BOWMAN 103968 1.04

BRISBANE 108049 5.01

CAPRICORNIA 99052 -3.72

DAWSON 103435 0.53

DICKSON 100703 -2.12

FADDEN 105786 2.81

FAIRFAX 108665 5.61

FISHER 99184 -3.60

FLYNN 100221 -2.59

FORDE 99537 -3.25

GRIFFITH 106627 3.63

GROOM 101714 -1.14

HERBERT 104591 1.65

HINKLER 101144 -1.69

KENNEDY 100374 -2.44

LEICHHARDT 109463 6.38

LILLEY 107207 4.19

LONGMAN 105385 2.42

MCPHERSON 104218 1.29

MARANOA 102898 0.00

MONCRIEFF 103368 0.46

MORETON 97292 -5.43

OXLEY 95701 -6.98

PETRIE 106122 3.14

RANKIN 102435 -0.44

RYAN 104908 1.96

WIDE BAY 103332 0.43

WRIGHT 101374 -1.47

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Totals 3086692 ( Average: 102889 )

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Western Australia as at 30 September,2016

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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BRAND 99115 -0.08

BURT 100180 0.98

CANNING 100181 0.98

COWAN 96031 -3.19

CURTIN 98133 -1.07

DURACK 98013 -1.19

FORREST 100935 1.74

FREMANTLE 100163 0.96

HASLUCK 95890 -3.33

MOORE 100132 0.93

O'CONNOR 102525 3.35

PEARCE 105820 6.67

PERTH 99452 0.25

STIRLING 98778 -0.42

SWAN 97504 -1.71

TANGNEY 94373 -4.86

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Totals 1587225 ( Average: 99201 )

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South Australia as at 30 September,2016

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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ADELAIDE 109784 1.81

BARKER 105833 -1.84

BOOTHBY 107365 -0.42

GREY 102816 -4.64

HINDMARSH 111597 3.49

KINGSTON 105897 -1.78

MAKIN 106884 -0.87

MAYO 105098 -2.52

PORT ADELAIDE 113643 5.39

STURT 104536 -3.05

WAKEFIELD 112626 4.45

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Totals 1186079 ( Average: 107825 )

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Tasmania as at 30 September,2016

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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BASS 73666 -1.78

BRADDON 73169 -2.44

DENISON 73817 -1.58

FRANKLIN 77162 2.87

LYONS 77210 2.94

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Totals 375024 ( Average: 75004 )

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Australian Capital Territory as at 30 September,2016

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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CANBERRA 144229 1.48

FENNER 140011 -1.48

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Totals 284240 ( Average: 142120 )

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Northern Territory as at 30 September,2016

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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LINGIARI 66501 -3.26

SOLOMON 70994 3.26

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Totals 137495 ( Average: 68747 )

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TOTAL FOR AUSTRALIA 15 781 105

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Overview

The Australian Electoral Commission, under the authority of section 58 of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918, has published a document that outlines the number of enrolled electors in each electoral division within each state and territory as of 30 September 2016. This data includes the average divisional enrolment and the extent to which the number of electors in each division deviates from this average. The document was created by the Electoral Commissioner, Tom Rogers, and is intended to provide a comprehensive snapshot of electoral enrolments across Australia. This data is essential for understanding electoral demographics and ensuring equitable representation in federal elections. The information provided will aid in the administration and fairness of electoral processes across the country.

Scope and Application

This document, issued under section 58 of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918, provides a detailed breakdown of the number of enrolled electors in each electoral division of Australia as at 30 September 2016. The information is presented by state and territory, listing the enrolment figures for each division along with the percentage deviation from the average divisional enrolment for that state or territory. The Act applies to all states, territories, and the Commonwealth, detailing the number of electors enrolled in each electoral division and comparing these numbers to the average divisional enrolment within each jurisdiction. This information is crucial for the Australian Electoral Commission to ensure that electoral divisions are as equal as possible in terms of population, as required by the Constitution. The Act does not specify exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds, but the detailed enrolment data assists in identifying any significant deviations that might necessitate adjustments to electoral boundaries. The document also indicates that the application of the Act is not restricted by subordinate instruments but rather relies on the direct application of the provisions of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918.

Key Provisions

The Australian Electoral Commission's gazette (C2016G01333) details the number of electors enrolled in each Division for various states and territories as of 30 September 2016. According to section 58 of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918, the Electoral Commissioner, Tom Rogers, has provided the enrolment numbers for each Division, along with the percentage deviation from the average divisional enrolment. The data is presented in a schedule that lists each Division's enrolment and its deviation from the average for New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, and the Northern Territory. The Act imposes certain obligations on the Electoral Commissioner to accurately ascertain and present the enrolment numbers and deviations for each Division. These obligations include determining the average divisional enrolment and calculating the extent to which each Division's enrolment differs from this average. The data provided is crucial for ensuring fair representation and understanding the distribution of electors across various electoral divisions. Breaching the obligations set out in the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 could result in legal consequences. While the specific offences and penalties for non-compliance are not detailed in this gazette, violations of electoral laws generally could lead to civil or criminal penalties. For instance, under the Electoral Act, offences such as providing false or misleading information, voter fraud, and other electoral misconduct can attract fines or imprisonment. The severity of penalties would depend on the nature and extent of the breach, with potential maximum penalties varying according to the specific offence committed. It is essential for all parties involved in the electoral process to adhere to the Act to maintain the integrity of the electoral system.

Area of Law: Elections & Political Participation
Instrument: Gazette Notice
Concepts: Definitions & Interpretation; Reporting & Disclosure Obligations; Electoral Processes

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