What is the Division of Fremantle?

Q: What is the Division of Fremantle?

A: The Division of Fremantle is an Australian Electoral Division located in Western Australia.

Q: When was the Division of Fremantle first created?

A: The division was first created for the first federal election in 1901.

Q: Who is the Division of Fremantle named after?

A: The Division of Fremantle is named after the city of Fremantle, which in turn is named after Captain Charles Fremantle.

Q: What did Captain Charles Fremantle do?

A: Captain Charles Fremantle brought the first settlers to Western Australia as the captain of HMS Challenger.

Q: What areas does the Division of Fremantle include?

A: The Division of Fremantle includes the southern suburbs of Perth, Cockburn, Coolbellup, Palmyra, Fremantle and Rottnest Island.

Q: Has the boundary of the Division of Fremantle changed over time?

A: Yes, boundary changes since 1949 have affected the Division of Fremantle.

Q: Which political party is the Division of Fremantle considered a safe seat for?

A: The Division of Fremantle is considered a very safe seat for the Australian Labor Party.