COMMUNITY • ECONOMY • LEADERSHIP
I am standing because Hobart needs experienced, respectful and community-minded leadership. I have worked in Hobart my whole life and have operated a local small business for over 20 years.
As Chair of Business Greater Hobart and through my involvement in community organisations, I have listened to residents, supported local businesses and advocated for practical solutions.
MY COMMITMENTS TO HOBART
- Bring respectful and accountable leadership
- Back local businesses, investment and jobs.
- Improve traffic flow, parking and access in the city.
- Support timely development decisions.
- Deliver reliable services and safe, welcoming and accessible public spaces.
EXPERIENCE THAT MATTERS
- Hobart small business owner for over 20 years
- Active across business & community organisations
- Sixth-generation Tasmanian
CURRENT ROLES
- Business Greater Hobart: Chair
- Choir of High Hopes Hobart: Board Member
- Rostrum Club 3 Hobart: Vice President
- Rotary Salamanca: Member
- Safer Hobart Alliance (SHA): Member
- City of Hobart – City Economy Committee: Member
- Skål International Hobart: Member
Latest News
Small Business is Community
31st July 2026 – Having operated a Hobart small business for more than 20 years, I understand that the work rarely stops when the doors close. Business owners take the figures, concerns and unfinished jobs home with them. That is why small businesses need a strong local voice.
Greater Hobart Small Business Awards Launch
29th July 2026 – As Chair of Business Greater Hobart, I was proud to officially launch the inaugural 2026 Greater Hobart Small Business Excellence Awards. The launch at Florage Tasmania brought together finalists, sponsors and Business Greater Hobart representatives ahead of the awards ceremony next month.
Positive Investment in Hobart’s Waterfront
25th July 2026 – A major redevelopment at Elizabeth Street Pier is bringing fresh investment and new energy to one of Hobart’s most prominent waterfront locations. The redevelopment has reportedly involved an investment of around $50 million.
Ask Right Questions
16th July 2026 – In response to Ron Christie’s opinion piece about his decision to invite 50 people to run for Hobart City Council this October, there is no doubt Hobart needs respectful, capable and community-minded people around the council table.
Choir of High Hopes at Festival of Voices 2026
10th July 2026 – Over the past two weeks, I had the pleasure of performing with the Choir of High Hopes Hobart as part of the 2026 Festival of Voices. We took part in three pop-up performances at Hobart City Mission, Hobart Library and St David’s Cathedral.
Hobart Hospitality Hit Hard by Closures
6th July 2026 – The sudden closure of seven well-known Hobart hospitality venues should be treated as a serious wake-up call for the city.
2026 Greater Hobart Small Business Excellence Awards
3rd July 2026 – Nominations have now closed for the 2026 Greater Hobart Small Business Excellence Awards, and we are delighted by the strong interest shown by businesses across the region.