Nick Tyrrell, party president of the Canberra Liberals, has been chosen as the lead Senate candidate for the next federal election.
Mr Tyrrell is a long-time resident of Canberra and a prominent local business leader. He founded GoBoat Australia in 2017 on Lake Burley Griffin, developing it into a well-known small business success. GoBoat is an eco-friendly tourism company operating in four states and headquartered on Kingston foreshore.
Living in the Inner South with his partner and two young children, Tyrrell has played a key role in activating Canberra’s waterfront, creating jobs, and promoting the city’s lifestyle to both residents and visitors.
Mr Tyrrell has experience as a Liberal staffer and senior government adviser. He aims to fight for policies benefiting local families, small businesses, and first-home buyers.
“I’m fighting for practical reform: tackling housing affordability, giving families genuine childcare choice, and ensuring the national capital gets the attention and investment it deserves,” said Mr Tyrrell.
University of Canberra recently attracted a prominent figure to lead its new politics and history centre.
Author's summary: Nick Tyrrell, a successful local entrepreneur and Liberal party president, seeks Senate election promising practical reforms for housing, childcare, and Canberra’s development.