"Sue Hickey - strong, capable, and dedicated."

Strong, capable, and dedicated to making a difference to our community by getting things done

I am a strong, capable and confident person who is prepared to stand up for my community and what I believe is right. 


I will continue to push for change to policies and change for the best. Policies that will benefit our people in their day-to-day work and in their daily living. 


Like many Tasmanians, I was not born into privilege. I understand the pain of divorce, facing financial hardship, the threat of losing my home, and feeling a sense of failure when I needed Government assistance. I've also seen and experienced the stress and challenge of a partner with a life-threatening illness. 


I understand the terrible impact of mental illness and family dysfunction. More needs to be done to alleviate the situations so many people find themselves in. None of this makes me special, but it does make me real. 


As a former business owner (30+ years), I have an extensive record of work in the charity, disability, and aged care sectors with a focus on good governance. I have a proven record of calling out a lack of action on issues where I believe this fails our community. 


Everything I do is underpinned by my values

  • Accountability – I openly explain what and why, always
  • Compassion – I truly listen to and support you
  • Courage – I take action in the face of uncertainty 
  • Conviction - I have strong beliefs and I live by them
  • Commitment – I get things done because I don't give up
  • Equity – I advocate for opportunities and fairness for all
  • Making a difference – I positively impact others’ lives
  • Innovation – I encourage and embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo
  • Social justice – I am inclusive and committed to improving the lives of others   

A snapshot of my professional background

Experience

  • 2024 - Acting Mayor of Glenorchy City Council
  • 2023 - Elected Deputy Mayor of Glenorchy City Council 
  • 2022 - 2024 Southern Transformation Stakeholder Liaison UTAS
  • 2021 - Current Alderman of Glenorchy City Council
  • 2016 - Current Board Member/Deputy Chair - OneCare Board
  • 2018 - 2021 Speaker of the House of Assembly MHA - Member for the Electorate of Clark.
  • 2014 - 2018 Lord Mayor of the City of Hobart
  • 2011 - 2014 Alderman of the City of Hobart Council
  • 2012 - 2016 Eyelines Pty Ltd – board member
  • 2011- 2014 Alderman of the City of Hobart Council
  • 1991 - 2018 Managing Director of Slick Promotions Pty Ltd (27 years)


Professional Development

  • 2012 MBA – Master of Business and Administration
  • 2020 Australian Celebrations Training Pty Ltd, Marriage and Funeral Celebrant Course
  • 2012 MBA – Master of Business and Administration
  • 2020 The University of Tasmania, Understanding Dementia (online MOOC course), Dementia Prevention (online MOOC course)
  • 2019 Parliamentary Leaders Program
  • 2020-21 Parliamentary Alumni Values Coaching


Professional Qualifications

  • Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (FAICD)
  • Fellow of the Australian Marketing Institute (FAMI)
  • Rotary Paul Harris Fellow


Other

  • Funeral Celebrant
  • Current Australian Criminal Intelligence Police Check
  • Current Tasmanian Drivers’ Licence
  • First Aid Certificate/CPR (St Johns Ambulance)
  • Director ID 036 80580 73134 83
  • Working with Vulnerable People Registration