Division of Scullin facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Scullin Australian House of Representatives Division
Division of Scullin (green) in Victoria
Created	1968
MP	Andrew Giles
Party	Labor
Namesake	James Scullin
Electors	90,811 (2010)
Area	101 km2 (39.0 sq mi)
Demographic	Outer Metropolitan

The Division of Scullin is an area in the Australian state of Victoria. It is a special area that helps people choose their representatives in the Australian Parliament. This area includes northern suburbs like Epping, Lalor, Bundoora, Mill Park, and Plenty.

This division was created in 1968. It was named after a very important person, James Scullin. He was the Prime Minister of Australia from 1929 to 1932.

Who Represents Scullin?

Meet the Members of Parliament

The people listed below have been chosen by the voters of Scullin to represent them in the Australian Parliament. They are called Members of Parliament, or MPs.

The Division of Scullin has a unique history. It has been represented by two members from the same family! Harry Jenkins, Sr. was an MP for Scullin. He also served as the Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives from 1983 to 1986. The Speaker is like the referee of the Parliament, making sure rules are followed.

His son, Harry Jenkins, then became the MP for Scullin. He also held important roles in Parliament. He was the Deputy Speaker from 1993 to 1996. Then he became the second Deputy Speaker from 1996 to 2007. Finally, he followed in his father's footsteps and became the Speaker from 2007 until 2011.

Where is Scullin Located?

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  James Scullin, the division's namesake