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    Fairfax Electorate

    QLD, Australia

    Held by Liberal NationalRegional57.4% TPPMP: Ted O'Brien

    Overview

    Geography and description

    Fairfax covers the northern Sunshine Coast region, featuring coastal towns, hinterland communities, and tourist destinations with significant retiree populations.

    Key Suburbs

    MaroochydoreCoolum BeachNambourEumundiBuderimMudjimba

    Election History

    Past election results

    YearWinnerPartyTPP %Swing
    2016Ted O'BrienLiberal National57.5%+2.9%
    2019Ted O'BrienLiberal National63.2%+5.7%
    2022Ted O'BrienLiberal National57.4%-5.8%

    Current Representative

    Elected Member of Parliament

    Ted O'Brien

    Liberal NationalSince 2016

    Detailed profile not yet available.

    Key Issues

    Important local matters

    Transport Infrastructure

    High

    Improving road networks and public transport options in this growing coastal region.

    Aged Care

    High

    Supporting services for the significant retiree population in coastal communities.

    Demographics

    Population and statistics

    Population

    170,000

    Median Age

    45 years

    Median Income

    $1,420 weekly

    Major Industries

    HealthcareRetailTourismConstructionEducation

    Education

    University Degree

    21%

    Completed High School

    79%