What is the Division of Hindmarsh?
Q: What is the Division of Hindmarsh?
A: The Division of Hindmarsh is an Australian Electoral Division in South Australia.
Q: Where does the Division of Hindmarsh cover?
A: The Division of Hindmarsh covers the western suburbs of Adelaide, including Adelaide Airport, Ascot Park, Brooklyn Park, Edwardstown, Fulham, Glenelg, Grange, Henley Beach, Kidman Park, Kurralta Park, Morphettville, Plympton, Richmond, Semaphore Park and Torrensville.
Q: When was the Division of Hindmarsh set up?
A: The Division of Hindmarsh was set up in 1903.
Q: Who is the division named after?
A: The division is named after Sir John Hindmarsh who was Governor of South Australia from 1836-38.
Q: Are there any other areas included in the coverage area for this division?
A: Yes - West Beach and West Lakes are also included in the coverage area for this division.
Q: Is there a specific reason why this electoral division was created?
A: It appears that this electoral division was created as part of a larger effort to divide up electoral districts within South Australia in 1903.
