Division of Wright facts for kids
Quick facts for kids WrightAustralian House of Representatives Division |
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Division of Wright (green) in Queensland
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| Created | 2009 |
| MP | Scott Buchholz |
| Party | Liberal National |
| Namesake | Judith Wright |
| Electors | 90,316 (2013) |
| Area | 7,589 km2 (2,930.1 sq mi) |
| Demographic | Rural |
The Division of Wright is a special area in Queensland, Australia. It's called an electoral division. People who live here vote for someone to represent them in the Australian Parliament.
This division was created in 2010. It covers a large area of land inland from the Gold Coast. Some of the towns you'll find here include Beaudesert and Boonah.
The name "Wright" comes from a famous Australian poet, Judith Wright (1915-2000). She was a very important writer who lived in this region.
Who Represents Wright?
The person who represents the Division of Wright in Parliament is called a Member of Parliament, or MP. Their job is to speak up for the people living in their area. They help make decisions for the whole country.
Current Member of Parliament
The current MP for Wright is Scott Buchholz. He belongs to the Liberal National party. He has been the MP for this area since 2010.
| Member | Party | Term | |
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| Scott Buchholz | Liberal National | 2010–present | |
About Electoral Divisions
Australia is divided into many electoral divisions, just like Wright. Each division has its own MP. This system makes sure that people from all over Australia have a voice in how the country is run. When it's time for an election, people in each division vote for the person they want to be their MP.
