Electorates

Information on the levels of government covering the Gympie region.

Local Government

Gympie Regional Council was formed in 2008 by the amalgamation of the former Cooloola Shire, Kilkivan Shire and Division 3 of Tiaro Shire.

www.gympie.qld.gov.au

State Government

The Gympie region is covered by the State electoral divisions of:

  • Gympie, currently held by Tony Perrett (LNP)
  • Part of the electorate of Maryborough, currently held by Bruce Saunders (ALP)
  • Part of the electorate of Callide, currently held by Jeff Seeney (LNP)

www.parliament.qld.gov.au/members/current/list

Federal Government

  • Electorate of Wide Bay, currently held by Llew O’Brien (LNP)

www.aec.gov.au/profiles/qld/wide-bay.htm

How does CHSN assist the community?

“CHSN provides networking opportunities where common issues are identified, it’s a successful vehicle for lobbying for funds for the community and a great way to introduce new workers and projects.”

Ann Rigbye

Gympie Centrelink Social Worker