Overview
Geography and description
Southeastern Victoria featuring rural areas, small towns, the Latrobe Valley industrial region, and parts of Gippsland.
Key Suburbs
WarragulMoeDrouinLeongathaKorumburraFoster
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Winner | Party | TPP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Russell Broadbent | Liberal | 51.6% | -3.8% |
| 2019 | Russell Broadbent | Liberal | 59.1% | +7.5% |
| 2022 | Russell Broadbent | Liberal | 55.2% | -3.9% |
Current Representative
Elected Member of Parliament
Russell Broadbent
LiberalSince 2019
Detailed profile not yet available.
Key Issues
Important local matters
Energy Transition
HighSupporting Latrobe Valley communities through changes in coal-fired power generation.
Agriculture
HighSupporting dairy and beef industries central to Gippsland's economic base.
Demographics
Population and statistics
Population
151,000
Median Age
44 years
Median Income
$1,320 weekly
Major Industries
AgricultureHealthcareEnergyManufacturingEducation
Education
University Degree
18%
Completed High School
72%