The new quotas and subsequent boundary changes are based on … The constituents of Bass come from a spectrum of backgrounds. Name derivation: Named after Dr George Bass (1771-1803), a naval surgeon, early settler and explorer. The Nationals and Liberals generally have an agreement not to contest the same seats, but that rule is out the window in Tasmania for this election, where there are no Liberal incumbents. With the controversy stemming from the failed Gunns Pulp Mill development finally settled for good, this election will be the first with an open dialogue on employment. Electorate: Bass Margin: Labor 1.0% Location: Launceston/North-Eastern Regional, Tasmania Outgoing member: Jodie Campbell (Labor) In a … Bass. In 2016, Tasmania led the charge as a swing against the Coalition left Malcolm Turnbull struggling to retain government. Analysts said the electorates to watch this time were Bass — the volatile northern seat that has changed parties at seven of the last nine elections - and Braddon. The Nationals have historically had a minimal presence in Tasmania, but have announced candidates in the state's three northern seats for this federal election. The Liberals' self-proclaimed "three amigos" in Bass, Braddon and Lyons were wiped out. Both are incumbents at this election, although the seat of Denison is now called Clark after a minor boundary change. But Mr Eccleston said it was difficult to translate a by-election result to a general election. Mr Eccleston said he did not think the Nationals would have a significant influence in the Lower House outcome. Since my election, I have worked hard to listen to the issues that people within the Bass electorate want changed. However, his recent high-profile appointment to the Committee on Intelligence and Security will put the former soldier under intense scrutiny. Ms Archer is one of five women pre-selected by the Tasmanian Liberals this election — a major shift from 2016 when they had just one. Bass encompasses an area of the north-east corner of Other regional centres on the fringes of the electorate include picturesque George Town, Dorset, Break O’Day and Flinders Island, a separate land mass which operates like a country town. North Eastern Tasmania. Contents. This marked the first time in over forty years the party held that many seats in the electorate. Whether Braddon voters could have buyers' regret after just 10 months remains to be seen, but Ms Keay has a higher profile than the Liberal candidate, beef farmer and Wynyard RSL president Gavin Pearce. BASS. He said another factor would be the absence of a GetUp campaign in Bass this year. Tasmanian logging has providing a great economic resource but has come at a high environmental cost. Bass (ALP 5.3%) Location . Gains the remainder of West Tamar Council … Mr Eccleston said the other marginal Tasmanian seat to keep an eye on would be Braddon, covering the north-west and west coast. Although Tasmanians have historically voted with environmental causes, the state’s economic struggles have somewhat softened voter loyalty towards the Greens and Labor Party. In Bass (Commonwealth Electoral Divisions), for dwellings occupied by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, the average household size was 2.8 persons, with 0.9 persons per bedroom. The 2019-20 State Budget is about maintaining the momentum in Tasmania and investing for growth that benefits all Tasmanians. The electorate of Bass is characterised by its diversity and, with that, a set of unique challenges across all parts in the region. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Profile of division of Bass (TAS) Elected member: Hart, R (ALP). Like the rest of the state, Bass has suffered from Tasmania’s economic slowdown. Thus far Mr Nikolic has proven skilled at navigating such challenges within his electorate and indeed the politics within his own party. Our Budget is now back in balance and our economy is growing strongly, which means we can invest more in building Tasmania’s future. Elected 2016. With an established profile in north-eastern Tasmania, Ms Archer may be the Liberals' best hope of snatching a seat from Labor in Tasmania. Launceston supplies Bass with more half of its voters. ( Log Out /  The AEC acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters, culture and community. ( Log Out /  Electorate Redistributed Electorate Other Locality(s) TAS: ALANVALE: 7248: Bass: NEWNHAM: TAS: ALBERTON: 7263: Bass : TAS: BADGER CORNER: 7255: Bass: LADY BARRON: TAS: BADGER HEAD: 7270: Bass : TAS: BANCA: 7265: Bass : TAS: BANGOR: 7267: Bass : TAS: BEACONSFIELD: 7270: Bass : TAS: BEAUTY POINT: 7270: Bass : TAS: BEECHFORD: 7252: Bass … Increasingly, the government has granted additional logging tenders in Bass much to the chagrin of local environmental groups and international bodies such as UNESCO. I write on behalf of a network of concerned citizens located in the Tamar-Esk region of Tasmania. Mixed urban/small-town/rural. Federal Election. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. So this marginal seat is always interesting to watch. 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The new voice for regional Tasmania has been strengthened this week with The Nationals announcing a candidate for Bass today. The median household income was $929. "Because it's such a big rural electorate, there are huge advantages to being the incumbent member," he said. However, other parts of Bass served as stark contrasts. The precarious balance between maintaining Tasmania’s rich environmental wellbeing while appropriately using its natural resources for the economic betterment of the state will continue to be an issue of debate throughout the election. However, if there is a candidate with the makings to be a long-term member for Bass, it may be Mr Nikolic, a 31-year military veteran. Bass Community Search Community Services. Profile of the electoral division of Bass (Tas) Named in honour of George Bass, 1771–1803. The division shares its name and boundaries with the federal division of Bass. The Bass Branch of the Tasmanian Greens covers the federal Bass electorate, including Launceston, surrounding suburbs, Dorset, Flinders Island, and George Town. Tasmania’s thriving economy has made our State a stronger and more confident place. State of the states: a handful of votes could decide Tasmania's … In contrast, Brighton councillor Jessica Whelan was pre-selected by the Liberals less than five months ago. Inquiry into Parliamentary Salaries and Allowances . North-west Tasmanians have voted Ms Keay in twice in the past three years, after her dual citizenship prompted a by-election in July 2018. Little has changed in Tasmania's southern seats since Labor's Ms Collins took over Franklin in 2007 and independent Andrew Wilkie assumed the seat of Denison in 2010. "The fact that GetUp aren't going to be as active in Bass this time around will certainly play to the Liberals' favour," Mr Eccleston said. There are 375,072 electors enrolled in Tasmania and the current quota per electorate is 75,014. But he shouldn’t be confident because Bass changes hands often and there are many one-termers on its list of former MPs. Bass Strait is also named after him. In the sprawling seat of Lyons, Mr Mitchell has only been the sitting member since 2016, but with two years of campaigning prior to that, he does not appear to be suffering the lack of recognition that could easily befall an MP in such a sprawling electorate. The Liberals' self-proclaimed "three amigos" in Bass, Braddon and Lyons were wiped out. ISSUES PAPER . Bass includes the City of Launceston and the towns of Georgetown, Scottsdale and Beaconsfield. The Division of Bass is an Australian electoral division in Tasmania.. Launceston supplies Bass with more half of its voters. The Liberals hope a boundary redistribution that pushed the area of Port Sorell into Braddon will help their chances.
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