Electoral Boundaries

The principle of 'one vote, one value' is a foundation of the democratic process in Victoria.

Boundary reviews are conducted to make sure each vote has equal value in elections.

• The internal boundaries of councils are reviewed by the VEC during representation and subdivision reviews.
• The external boundaries of Victorian local councils are determined by the Governor in Council on the recommendation of the Minister for Local Government, after a local Government panel has conducted a review.
• The boundaries of Victorian State electorates are determined by the Electoral Boundaries Commission (external link).
• The boundaries of Federal electorates are determined by the Australian Electoral Commission (external link).