Record 18 Million Voters Set to Shape Australia's Federal Election Amid Demographic Shifts

February 21, 2025
Record 18 Million Voters Set to Shape Australia's Federal Election Amid Demographic Shifts
  • Changes in electoral representation have seen Victoria lose a seat and New South Wales' historical North Sydney seat redrawn, while Western Australia gained an additional seat.

  • Both major political parties are expected to concentrate their campaign efforts on Western Australia, which has seen population increases linked to its thriving mining economy.

  • The political landscape has evolved since Anthony Albanese's victory over Scott Morrison in 2022, with an aging voter base and a concentration of voters in Western Australia.

  • The electorate is aging, with a growing proportion of voters over 65, particularly in regions like Hinkler, where older constituents now represent over 37% of the electorate.

  • Gender dynamics are anticipated to play a significant role in the election, particularly with the presence of female voters in teal independent-held seats, creating notable gender gaps in areas like Kooyong and Goldstein.

  • Over 1 million households have been affected by changes in electoral boundaries, with significant relocations occurring across Victoria, Western Australia, and New South Wales.

  • The upcoming federal election in Australia is set to feature a record 18 million eligible voters, a figure driven by significant population growth and alterations in electoral boundaries.

  • Since the last election, the electoral roll has expanded by 710,000, with notable increases among young voters and new citizens, despite some losses due to deaths and departures.

  • A trend toward larger electorates is evident, with the number of electorates containing over 130,000 potential voters rising from three to at least thirteen.

  • Longman has emerged as the most populous seat, boasting 141,000 eligible voters, reflecting a shift in electoral demographics since 2016.

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The Sydney Morning Herald • Feb 21, 2025

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