Perth holds a significant position within Australia’s federal framework, both politically and judicially. The city is represented by 10 full federal electorates and parts of three additional constituencies in the House of Representatives. These divisions include Canning, Pearce, and Brand, which extend beyond the metropolitan boundaries to encompass sections of regional Western Australia. This broad representation ensures that the diverse interests of Perth’s urban and surrounding communities are voiced at the national level.

On the judicial front, Perth serves as a crucial center for federal legal proceedings. The Commonwealth Law Courts building, located on Victoria Avenue, houses both the Federal Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia (formerly known as the Federal Magistrates Court). This modern complex is also the site of annual sittings of the High Court of Australia, reinforcing Perth’s role as a key location for the country’s judicial operations.

Additionally, the city’s Government House stands as a symbol of Western Australia’s governance and its integration into the broader Australian federation. Together, Perth’s political representation and federal judicial institutions highlight the city’s dual importance — as both a voice in national decision-making and a cornerstone of the nation’s legal system.