Melbourne Electorate
Legislative Assembly
Overview
Geography and description
Melbourne is a state electorate in the Legislative Assembly of the Victorian Parliament. It is located in the Victorian region and classified as a Urban electorate.
The current member for Melbourne is Ellen Sandell (The Australian Greens - Victoria), who has represented the electorate since 2022. Their electorate office is located at Parliament House, Spring Street, East Melbourne, VIC, 3002. You can contact them on (03) 9328 4637 or via email at ellen.sandell@parliament.vic.gov.au.
Key Suburbs
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Winner | Party | TPP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Labor | Labor | 55% | -2.3% |
| 2018 | Labor | Labor | 57.3% | +5.31% |
| 2014 | Labor | Labor | 51.99% | +3.57% |
| 2010 | Liberal | Liberal | 51.58% | +5.97% |
| 2006 | Labor | Labor | 54.38% | -3.38% |
| 2002 | Labor | Labor | 57.85% | +7.74% |
Current Representative
Elected Member of Parliament
Ellen Sandell
Key Issues
Important local matters
Housing Affordability
HighEscalating house prices and rental stress in Melbourne and regional centers are impacting first-home buyers and low-income renters.
Public Transport
MediumCalls for improved train frequency, tram network upgrades, and better bus coverage in growth corridors and outer suburbs.
Health Services
HighConcerns over hospital wait times, ambulance response delays, and staff shortages in the Victorian healthcare system.
Cost of Living
HighRising utility bills, childcare costs, and grocery prices are key concerns for Victorian households.
Climate Action
MediumCommunity interest in Victoria leading the clean energy transition and protecting biodiversity.
Crime and Community Safety
MediumSome electorates are reporting increases in youth crime and concerns about public safety.
Demographics
Population and statistics
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