Tasmania offers some of the earliest and most detailed electoral records in Australia, dating back to the 1850s. These records list voters’ names, addresses, and occupations, making them a rich genealogical source for tracking family members across time. With limited census material surviving, electoral rolls fill crucial gaps, especially for tracing adult male ancestors in the earlier years before female suffrage expanded access in the 1890s.
From the early colonial period through to the modern era, Tasmania’s rolls reflect the state’s small population and relatively stable communities—useful for identifying extended family networks and residence patterns. Digitized electoral rolls for Tasmania are accessible through various platforms and remain a cornerstone for researchers exploring their Tasmanian heritage.
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Australian Electoral Rolls
- Tasmania, Australia, Electoral Rolls 1916 135,451 records
