Who is Tammy Tyrrell, the former Jacqui Lambie senator who just defected to Labor?
Summary
Tasmanian Senator Tammy Tyrrell left her independent position to join the Labor Party, increasing the government’s number in the Senate. She had a disagreement with former ally Jacqui Lambie and decided to join Labor to have more influence in government decisions.Key Facts
- Tammy Tyrrell was previously part of Jacqui Lambie’s party and then an independent senator for over two years.
- She officially joined the Labor Party during budget week, as announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
- Tyrrell wants to work within Labor to make changes and influence policy.
- The Labor government now has 30 senators but still lacks a majority in the Senate.
- Prime Minister Albanese praised Tyrrell as a strong advocate for Tasmanians and someone who can help the government pass laws.
- Tyrrell won her Senate seat in 2022, taking it from former Liberal Eric Abetz.
- She left Jacqui Lambie’s party in 2024 after a disagreement.
- This is the second senator to join Labor this term; Dorinda Cox moved from the Greens to Labor in 2025.
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