Tara Woodhouse

Candidate for Braddon

Tara Woodhouse is passionate about her community, politics, and the arts. She currently works in retail and understands the struggles of young people on the North West Coast to find affordable housing and to gain employment.  

During high school, Tara represented Ulverstone Secondary College on the Central Coast Youth Council for two years, helping shape youth initiatives in her area. With a strong background in dance, she volunteered with Down Syndrome Tasmania’s BrightStars dance group for 18 months.

Tara also worked as an assistant dance teacher at Reflexions Dance Studio, mentoring younger dancers in Ulverstone. Alongside her community and volunteer work, she’s gained hands-on experience in both retail and hospitality, building strong communication and teamwork skills.

Tara is committed to making a positive impact wherever she can and loves working with others to create meaningful change. Tara is hopeful young people on the North West Coast find her relatable, approachable and someone who understands their challenges and concerns.