Map of Morwell District showing the towns of Toongabbie, Traralgon, Morwell, and Boolara.

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Features of the District

Location:	Morwell District is a rural electorate located east of Melbourne.
Area:	1,565 square kilometres.
Region:	Eastern Victoria Region
Towns:	Churchill, Morwell, Traralgon and Yallourn North.
Features:	Brown coal mining and electricity generation are major industries in the area, together with wood pulp and paper manufacturing. Other industries include agriculture and timber production.
Member:	Russell Northe

Statistical profile from the 2001 Census.

Election results

2006 State election results for Morwell District.
2002 State election results for Morwell District.


Seat position within the swing.

Historical pattern

1955-70	LCP/Liberal
1970-2006	ALP
2006-present	Nationals