Oxley, Electoral division in Brisbane, Australia
Oxley is an electoral division in southwestern Brisbane that covers a large area spanning portions of several local councils. The division encompasses diverse neighborhoods ranging from outer suburban communities to more developed urban zones.
The electoral division was created in 1901 at the first federal election and underwent redistribution changes in 1934. It was reestablished in its current form in 1949 to serve Queensland voters.
The territory holds strong connections to Aboriginal groups including the Yerongpan and Chepora clans, belonging to the Yugara and Yugarabul peoples of the region.
The area has good road access with direct connections to the Ipswich Motorway for drivers. A train station in the division provides connections to central Brisbane and surrounding regions for residents and visitors.
Milton Dick, the current representative of Oxley, holds the position of Speaker in the House of Representatives while serving the electoral division.
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