About the Gorton Electorate

Gorton Electorate

Named in honour of the Rt Hon. Sir John Grey Gorton GCMG AC CH, 1911-2002. Gorton was Prime Minister of Australia (1968–71), a Senator for Victoria (1949–68) and a Member of the House of Representatives (1968–75).

Area: 217 sq km

The Division of Gorton consists of:

  • part of the Brimbank City Council, and
  • part of the Melton City Council.

Demographic Rating:

Outer Metropolitan – situated in capital cities and containing large areas of recent suburban expansion.

 
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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians throughout Australia, and acknowledge their continuing connection to lands, waters and community.

We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. We acknowledge Elders who continue to inspire and lead in the hope for a better future for our nation.

AUTHORISED BY PAUL ERICKSON, ALP, CANBERRA