Overview
Geography and description
Far northern Queensland electorate including Cairns, Cape York Peninsula and Torres Strait Islands, featuring tourism areas, Indigenous communities, and agricultural regions.
Key Suburbs
CairnsPort DouglasMossmanCooktownThursday IslandWeipa
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Winner | Party | TPP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Warren Entsch | Liberal National | 54.3% | -1.5% |
| 2019 | Warren Entsch | Liberal National | 58.5% | +4.2% |
| 2022 | Warren Entsch | Liberal National | 54.2% | -4.3% |
Current Representative
Elected Member of Parliament
Key Issues
Important local matters
Tourism
HighSupporting the tourism industry centered around the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforests.
Indigenous Affairs
HighAddressing challenges facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Demographics
Population and statistics
Population
168,000
Median Age
38 years
Median Income
$1,450 weekly
Major Industries
TourismAgriculturePublic AdministrationHealthcareRetail
Education
University Degree
20%
Completed High School
76%