Overview
Geography and description
Northern Victoria featuring agricultural regions in the Goulburn Valley, irrigation districts, fruit growing areas, and regional centers.
Key Suburbs
SheppartonEchucaKyabramMooroopnaTaturaNathalia
Election History
Past election results
Year | Winner | Party | TPP % | Swing |
---|---|---|---|---|
2016 | Damian Drum | National | 70.1% | +0.1% |
2019 | Damian Drum | National | 73.3% | +3.2% |
2022 | Sam Birrell | National | 69.3% | -4% |
Current Representative
Elected Member of Parliament
Sam Birrell
NationalSince 2022
Detailed profile not yet available.
Key Issues
Important local matters
Water Management
HighAddressing water allocation for irrigation districts and balancing Murray-Darling Basin needs.
Agriculture
HighSupporting fruit growing, dairy, and broad-acre farming industries central to regional economy.
Demographics
Population and statistics
Population
147,000
Median Age
44 years
Median Income
$1,230 weekly
Major Industries
AgricultureFood ProcessingHealthcareRetailEducation
Education
University Degree
15%
Completed High School
70%