Division of Corinella (1990–1996)
The Division of Corinella was an Australian Electoral Division in Victoria. The division was created in 1990 and abolished in 1996.[1] It was named for the town of Corinella, derived from the local aboriginal language.[2]
| Corinella Australian House of Representatives Division | |
|---|---|
| Created | 1990 |
| Abolished | 1996 |
| Namesake | Corinella |
It was located in the outer south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne and parts of western Gippsland. It included the suburbs of Carrum Downs, Cranbourne and Keysborough and the town of Wonthaggi.[2] It was a marginal seat.[3][4]
Members
| Image | Member | Party | Term | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Broadbent (1950–) |
Liberal | 24 March 1990 – 13 March 1993 |
Lost seat. Later elected to the Division of McMillan in 1996 and 2004, then elected to Division of Monash in 2019 following re-distribution.[5] | ||
| Alan Griffin (1960–) |
Labor | 13 March 1993 – 2 March 1996 |
Transferred to the Division of Bruce after Corinella was abolished in 1996.[6] |
Election results
See also
References
- Muller, Damon (25 August 2022). "The process of federal redistributions: a quick guide". Parliament of Australia.
- "Parliamentary Handbook". handbook.aph.gov.au. Retrieved 15 May 2024.
- "Commuter protest call". Canberra Times. 8 March 1993. Retrieved 15 May 2024.
- "POLLS". Canberra Times. 6 March 1993. Retrieved 15 May 2024.
- "Mr Russell Broadbent MP". Parliament of Australia. Retrieved 15 March 2024.
- "Hon Alan Griffin". Parliament of Australia. Retrieved 15 May 2024.
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