Russell Mitchell was born in Hobart and educated interstate. He has been a member of a union throughout his working life and believes in the union movement and its protection of members’ and workers’ rights and pay rates.
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He has worked on the wharves in Melbourne and in the hospitality industry. During the mid 90’s after working in the taxi industry for a period of time he campaigned successfully for taxis to become smoke free.
After moving back to Tasmania, Russell continued his career and education in the hospitality industry, and set up his own small business in Hobart.
Russell has lived in the Huon Valley since 2007 and works in the security industry. He has spent this time signing members to United Voice and helping workers deal with their complaints.
Russell believes only a strong and united Labor Government can deliver the required energy and vision and looks forward to work in ensuring the changes this state are put in place and forge ahead in the global world.
Russell is married and lives in Crabtree.
Russell.mitchell13@gmail.com
