Alvaro Charry

In these challenging times, the Yass Valley Community must have a leader with impeccable integrity, dedication, and a proven track record of service. LtCol Alvaro (Al) Charry (Retd) embodies these qualities and more. With a long and distinguished career in the Australian Army, Al Charry has consistently demonstrated his commitment to responsible executive leadership, sound financial management, and genuine representation for the entire community.

Al's extensive experience in the Australian Defence Force has equipped him with unparalleled leadership, strategic planning skills and the ability to make sound, well-informed decisions. His career is a testament to his dedication to public service, discipline, and moral courage.

As a graduate and member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and Managing Director of SAC Consulting Australia he understands the complexities of managing large organisations, personnel and budgets, ensuring that all resources are used efficiently and effectively. By electing Al Charry, we can be quite confident that he will reclaim and reinforce the authority of the elected body of Council.

A proud resident of Yass Valley with deep roots in the community, Al Charry is committed to the prosperity and well-being of the Yass Valley. He believes in fostering a transparent and inclusive local government that genuinely listens to all of its residents. His campaign is built on the principles of transparency, accountability and fiscal responsibility, ensuring that every dollar spent benefits the residents of the Yass Valley.

A vote for Alvaro Charry is a vote for a stronger, united, and more prosperous Yass Valley Community.

Who is Alvaro Charry?

LtCol Alvaro (Al) Charry is a retired Australian Army Officer with 27 years of leadership experience. Al’s distinguished career has seen him hold command appointments on multiple combat tours to the middle east and a United Nations peacekeeping mission to East Timor (Timor Leste). He is a decorated and respected officer with a deep passion for service.

Al was recognised in the 2011 Queen’s Birthday Honours List as a member of Mentoring Task Force 1 (Operation Slipper - Afghanistan 2010) when the contingent were presented the prestigious Meritorious Unit Citation by then Governor-General The Honourable Dame Quentin Bryce AD CVO. Al is also a recipient of the United States Meritorious Service Medal for his services to US Army - Pacific in 2018/2019.

As a highly experienced operational planner and military strategist, Al knows how to develop high performing teams in pressure situations. Al is a graduate of the Royal Military College - Duntroon and the Australian Defence College. He holds a Master’s Degree (Military and Defence Studies) from ANU, and is currently studying a Bachelor of Laws (3rd year) from the University of Canberra. He is also a graduate and member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Al is married to associate professor Skye Charry (sex discrimination lawyer). Al and Skye live with their children, Summer (18), Samuel (15) and Maltese Shih Tzu puppy (Hero) in Murrumbateman NSW. In their spare time Al and Skye love to travel, support local charities/businesses and watch NRL!