Sydney, Electoral district in Inner Sydney, Australia
Sydney electoral district is the voting area covering central Sydney, encompassing the Central Business District, Barangaroo, Chinatown, Darling Harbour, and Surry Hills. The district blends residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and government institutions across its boundaries.
The district was established in 1856 as Sydney City with four members and transformed into a five-member proportional representation system in 1920. It shifted to single-member representation in 1927.
The district represents a population mix within central Sydney, incorporating residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and governmental institutions across its boundaries.
Visitors can explore the area by walking through the various districts such as the business quarter, Barangaroo, and Chinatown. Daytime is ideal for discovery, as the area bustles with activity and all facilities are operating.
Independent representative Alex Greenwich secured leadership of the district in 2012 and maintained strong electoral support with 41 percent of votes in 2023.
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