Number of Electors enrolled in each Division as at 31 August 2021

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AUSTRALIAN ELECTORAL COMMISSION

NUMBER OF ELECTORS ENROLLED IN EACH DIVISION AS AT 31 AUGUST 2021

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

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THE SCHEDULE

New South Wales as at 31 August,2021

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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BANKS 106925 -6.60

BARTON 109716 -4.16

BENNELONG 112876 -1.40

BEROWRA 105328 -7.99

BLAXLAND 106624 -6.86

BRADFIELD 107577 -6.03

CALARE 119893 4.72

CHIFLEY 118813 3.78

COOK 108614 -5.12

COWPER 127692 11.53

CUNNINGHAM 116129 1.43

DOBELL 118419 3.43

EDEN-MONARO 113168 -1.14

FARRER 117280 2.44

FOWLER 107510 -6.08

GILMORE 125972 10.03

GRAYNDLER 108848 -4.92

GREENWAY 117052 2.24

HUGHES 105893 -7.50

HUME 117629 2.74

HUNTER 125567 9.68

KINGSFORD SMITH 112800 -1.46

LINDSAY 123329 7.72

LYNE 121500 6.13

MACARTHUR 129052 12.72

MACKELLAR 109670 -4.20

MCMAHON 106686 -6.80

MACQUARIE 105962 -7.44

MITCHELL 117527 2.66

NEWCASTLE 120865 5.57

NEW ENGLAND 111601 -2.51

NORTH SYDNEY 110551 -3.43

PAGE 118627 3.62

PARKES 108744 -5.01

PARRAMATTA 104652 -8.58

PATERSON 128875 12.57

REID 112529 -1.70

RICHMOND 115584 0.96

RIVERINA 114878 0.34

ROBERTSON 112670 -1.58

SHORTLAND 115236 0.65

SYDNEY 120987 5.68

WARRINGAH 103823 -9.30

WATSON 108255 -5.43

WENTWORTH 102059 -10.85

WERRIWA 123332 7.73

WHITLAM 123320 7.72

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Totals 5380639 ( Average: 114481 )

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Victoria as at 31 August,2021

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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ASTON 110556 0.15

BALLARAT 109307 -0.97

BENDIGO 111347 0.87

BRUCE 112901 2.27

CALWELL 104287 -5.52

CASEY 114596 3.81

CHISHOLM 109247 -1.03

COOPER 108288 -1.89

CORANGAMITE 108405 -1.79

CORIO 111980 1.44

DEAKIN 113198 2.54

DUNKLEY 111547 1.05

FLINDERS 113927 3.20

FRASER 110729 0.31

GELLIBRAND 107698 -2.43

GIPPSLAND 113555 2.87

GOLDSTEIN 109341 -0.94

GORTON 108670 -1.55

HAWKE 105217 -4.68

HIGGINS 107449 -2.65

HOLT 105218 -4.68

HOTHAM 115646 4.76

INDI 115813 4.91

ISAACS 110647 0.23

JAGAJAGA 113744 3.04

KOOYONG 112736 2.12

LALOR 104710 -5.14

LA TROBE 103190 -6.51

MCEWEN 105405 -4.51

MACNAMARA 109485 -0.81

MALLEE 120228 8.91

MARIBYRNONG 109487 -0.81

MELBOURNE 109855 -0.48

MENZIES 112969 2.34

MONASH 108370 -1.82

NICHOLLS 113709 3.01

SCULLIN 108124 -2.04

WANNON 115143 4.31

WILLS 108310 -1.87

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Totals 4305034 ( Average: 110385 )

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Queensland as at 31 August,2021

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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BLAIR 123016 7.33

BONNER 108116 -5.66

BOWMAN 114316 -0.25

BRISBANE 122661 7.02

CAPRICORNIA 107214 -6.45

DAWSON 108985 -4.90

DICKSON 111165 -3.00

FADDEN 124278 8.43

FAIRFAX 121073 5.63

FISHER 122518 6.89

FLYNN 107286 -6.39

FORDE 115810 1.04

GRIFFITH 118334 3.24

GROOM 109170 -4.74

HERBERT 113018 -1.38

HINKLER 114017 -0.51

KENNEDY 113078 -1.33

LEICHHARDT 115495 0.77

LILLEY 111488 -2.72

LONGMAN 125289 9.31

MCPHERSON 115620 0.88

MARANOA 107392 -6.29

MONCRIEFF 120005 4.70

MORETON 106083 -7.44

OXLEY 110523 -3.56

PETRIE 122450 6.83

RANKIN 106676 -6.92

RYAN 109458 -4.49

WIDE BAY 113323 -1.12

WRIGHT 120492 5.13

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Totals 3438349 ( Average: 114611 )

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Western Australia as at 31 August,2021

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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BRAND 115206 -0.75

BURT 110495 -4.80

CANNING 112556 -3.03

COWAN 121295 4.49

CURTIN 117566 1.28

DURACK 117197 0.96

FORREST 110534 -4.77

FREMANTLE 114107 -1.69

HASLUCK 114778 -1.11

MOORE 117850 1.52

O'CONNOR 116158 0.06

PEARCE 112066 -3.45

PERTH 121068 4.29

SWAN 119230 2.71

TANGNEY 121050 4.28

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Totals 1741156 ( Average: 116077 )

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South Australia as at 31 August,2021

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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ADELAIDE 127082 2.35

BARKER 119574 -3.69

BOOTHBY 126775 2.10

GREY 120831 -2.68

HINDMARSH 126464 1.85

KINGSTON 122228 -1.55

MAKIN 121603 -2.06

MAYO 124689 0.42

SPENCE 125523 1.09

STURT 126877 2.18

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Totals 1241646 ( Average: 124164 )

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Tasmania as at 31 August,2021

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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BASS 78700 -1.04

BRADDON 81757 2.79

CLARK 74368 -6.49

FRANKLIN 79038 -0.62

LYONS 83804 5.37

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Totals 397667 ( Average: 79533 )

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Australian Capital Territory as at 31 August,2021

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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BEAN 108091 5.10

CANBERRA 99585 -3.16

FENNER 100856 -1.93

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Totals 308532 ( Average: 102844 )

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Northern Territory as at 31 August,2021

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% Deviation from

average divisional

Division Enrolment enrolment

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LINGIARI 73323 1.49

SOLOMON 71162 -1.49

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Totals 144485 ( Average: 72242 )

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TOTAL FOR AUSTRALIA 16 957 508

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Overview

The Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 was enacted to establish and regulate the electoral system in Australia, ensuring the democratic process is fair, transparent, and accessible to all eligible citizens. This Act was introduced to address the need for a comprehensive legal framework governing the conduct of federal elections, including the registration of electors, the conduct of elections, and the resolution of electoral disputes. The Act is administered and enforced by the Australian Electoral Commission, which operates under the authority of the Electoral Commissioner. The primary policy objective of the Act is to facilitate the participation of eligible citizens in the electoral process by providing clear guidelines and regulations that uphold the integrity and democratic principles of the Australian political system.

Scope and Application

The C2021G00721 (Gazette) published by the Australian Electoral Commission provides a comprehensive breakdown of the number of electors enrolled in each federal electoral division across Australia as of 31 August 2021. The document is issued pursuant to section 58 of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918, which mandates the Electoral Commissioner to determine and publish the number of electors enrolled in each division. This information is crucial for ensuring equitable representation in the federal parliament. The Act applies to all individuals who are eligible to vote in Australian federal elections, including Australian citizens aged 18 and over who are not disenfranchised under the Electoral Act. The geographic reach of this document spans the entire Commonwealth of Australia, covering all states and territories, and includes both mainland and island territories. Each entry in the schedule specifies the enrolment figures for each division, along with the percentage deviation from the average divisional enrolment for the respective state or territory. The document does not specify any exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds, and it does not extend or restrict its application through subordinate instruments.

Key Provisions

The document, issued pursuant to section 58 of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918, provides a comprehensive overview of the number of electors enrolled in each electoral division across Australia as at 31 August 2021. This includes detailed data for New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, and the Northern Territory. For each division, the document lists the total number of enrolments and the percentage deviation from the average divisional enrolment. The data is structured in tabular form, providing clear and concise information on each division's enrolment status. Under the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918, the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is mandated to ascertain and publish the number of electors enrolled in each division. The Act requires the AEC to determine the average divisional enrolment for each state and the Australian Capital Territory and to assess the extent to which the number of electors in each division deviates from this average. This is essential for maintaining accurate electoral records and ensuring fair representation. The Electoral Commissioner is responsible for overseeing this process and ensuring compliance with the Act. Failure to comply with the requirements of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 can result in various civil and criminal consequences. Offences under the Act may include providing false information, electoral fraud, or any act that undermines the integrity of the electoral process. Penalties for such offences can vary significantly, depending on the severity of the breach. For instance, individuals found guilty of electoral fraud may face substantial fines, imprisonment, or both. The Act empowers the courts to impose penalties that reflect the seriousness of the offence, with maximum penalties outlined in relevant sections of the Act. Ensuring adherence to these provisions is crucial for maintaining the democratic process's integrity and public trust.

Area of Law: Elections Law
Instrument: Gazette Notice
Concepts: Definitions & Interpretation; Reporting & Disclosure Obligations; Electoral Roll Management

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