Richmond, Electoral division in New South Wales, Australia.
Richmond is an electoral division in northern New South Wales that encompasses several coastal communities, including popular destinations like Ballina, Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, and Byron Bay. The district spans a large geographic area linking urban centers with smaller regional towns.
The division was created in 1901 during Australia's Federation as one of the original 65 electoral districts contested at the first federal election. Since then it has evolved through boundary adjustments to reflect population growth across the northern coastal region.
The district is known locally for its deep ties to the Anthony family, whose multi-generational presence shaped political representation and built lasting community connections. This continuity established strong roots between residents and their representatives over many decades.
Voters in this district use a preferential voting system where they rank candidates according to their preferences to select their representative. Federal election dates typically occur every three years, though this timing can shift if parliament is dissolved earlier than expected.
The district experienced a notable shift in political support since the 1980s when voters moved away from backing the National Party and turned toward the Labor Party instead. This transition reflects how the composition and values of the community changed over time.
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