Overview
Geographical and demographic description
Canberra covers central Canberra including the Parliamentary Triangle, inner northern and inner southern suburbs.
Key Areas
Key Local Issues
Important issues affecting this electorate
Public Service
HIGH
Supporting the large public service workforce and government policy decisions that affect them.
Climate Action
HIGH
Strong voter concern about climate change policy and renewable energy initiatives.
Election History
Recent election results
| Year | Winner | 2PP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Alicia Payne (Labor) | 67.6% | +8% |
| 2019 | Alicia Payne (Labor) | 59.6% | +1.3% |
Quick Facts
Essential electorate information
State
ACT
Type
Urban
Population
154,000
MP Since
2019
Demographics
Population statistics
Median Age
35
Median Income
$2,350 weekly
University Educated
58%
About Canberra
The Canberra electorate in ACT is currently represented by Alicia Payne (Labor) since 2019. This electorate profile provides comprehensive information about local issues, voting history, demographic breakdown, and electoral boundaries.