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Australian Electoral Commission
New South Wales
Named after Robert Lowe (1811–1892), later Viscount Sherbrooke, who advocated the discontinuance of the transportation of convicts to New South Wales. He supported the interests of convicts, workers and townspeople during his political career.
It covers an area of approximately 41 sq km from the Parramatta River in the north, Drummoyne and Haberfield in the east, Enfield in the south, Homebush West and Concord West in the west.
The main suburbs include Abbotsford, Burwood, Concord, Croydon, Drummoyne, Enfield, Five Dock, Haberfield, Homebush, Mortlake, Russell Lea and Strathfield.
Wholesale and retail trades, including Sydney Markets. The area is noted for large numbers of nursing homes and private schools.
1949
For Current Members information, browse the Parliament of Australia Members page.
AEC – Divisional Office Contact Numbers and Addresses
Inner Metropolitan
| 3 October 1998 Election | 6 November 1999 Referendum | 10 November 2001 Election |
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Enrolment: 81 910 Informal Vote: 4.61% Turnout: 94.95% Seat Status: Marginal Labor Two Party Preferred:
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Enrolment: 84 056 Informal Vote:
Turnout:
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Enrolment: 83 707 Informal Vote: 5.8% Turnout: 94.91% Seat Status: Marginal Labor Two Party Preferred:
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The AEC acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters, culture and community. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.