For the House of Representatives each State and Territory is divided into electoral divisions. The number of these divisions is determined by population. To ensure equal representation, the boundaries of these divisions have to be redrawn or redistributed periodically.
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2008 Redistributions

• Tasmania
• Northern Territory
• Western Australia

Redistributions commenced in 2005

• New South Wales
• Queensland

Redistributions commenced in 2004

• Australian Capital Territory

Redistributions prior to 2004

• Queensland 2003
• South Australia 2003
• Victoria 2002
• Western Australia 2000
• Northern Territory 2000
• New South Wales 1999
• South Australia 1999
• Tasmania 1999

Further Information

• Electoral Newsfile No. 88: 2000 Redistribution Process Continues [February 2000]
• Electoral Newsfile No. 71: 1998 Notional Seat Status: Redistributed Boundaries in WA, QLD and ACT [May 1998]