About Marilena
Marilena Di Florio is the Liberal candidate for Clark.
Marilena is determined to make a difference and be a voice for the people of Clark.
She believes in putting people at the centre of all decision-making, listening and being available to achieve positive outcomes.
Marilena was born and raised in Tasmania, to Italian migrant parents who instilled in her the value of hard work at a young age.
After leaving school, she joined the Royal Australian Air Force, serving as a medic domestically and overseas.
Returning to Tasmania to raise her son, Marilena worked in aged care nursing before working for the Tasmanian Department of Health for 16 years. This included roles in administration, management and health planning.
In 2019, Marilena started her own small business. She understands the challenges small businesses face and wants to see Tasmania be the hub of small businesses, with reduced red tape and a fair playing field.