Tasmanian Senator Tammy Tyrrell has officially joined the Australian Labor Party, declaring the move a natural progression that will allow her to better advocate for her home state. The announcement was made in Canberra alongside Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who praised Senator Tyrrell as a compassionate and determined advocate for working Australians. Senator Tyrrell was elected to the Australian Senate in 2022 under the Jacqui Lambie Network banner before leaving the party in 2024 following a split with Senator Jacqui Lambie. Explaining her decision, Tyrrell said Labor was “a good fit” and aligned closely with her past voting record. She said joining the governing party would provide a stronger platform to secure real and tangible benefits for Tasmania, particularly for communities in the state’s north-west. The political shift strengthens Labor’s representation in the Senate and marks another significant chapter in Tyrrell’s transition from independent senator to member of the federal government’s ranks.
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Tasmanian Senator Tammy Tyrrell has officially joined the Australian Labor Party, declaring the move a natural progression that will allow her to better advocate for her home state. The announcement was made in Canber...
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