Making waves in Canberra

For GoBoat Canberra co-owner (or director, if that’s her title), life on the water isn’t just a business; it’s a way to unwind. When she’s not helping locals and visitors enjoy Lake Burley Griffin from a new perspective, you’ll find her doing much the same: exploring Canberra’s lakeside paths, discovering local food spots, and taking time to slow down and soak up the calm.

Tell us about your organisation, how long you have been there and your role within it.

GoBoat is an eco-friendly electric boat hire company that gives people the chance to experience Canberra from a new perspective. Our boats seat up to eight people, are easy to drive, require no license, and are designed for picnics, celebrations, or simply spending quality time with friends and family on the water.

I’ve been with GoBoat since 2019, starting as a casual team member before stepping into the Assistant Manager role in 2021, then Business Manager in 2022, and now proudly taking ownership of GoBoat Canberra in 2025. It’s been an incredible journey growing with the business and now leading the team that helped shape what GoBoat has become today.

Can you share your career journey so far and how it brought you to your current role?

My career began in hotel hospitality and tourism, where I developed a love for creating memorable experiences for people.

In 2019, I joined GoBoat as a casual team member while also working at a local café. At that time, GoBoat was still a relatively young company in Australia, with only one location in Canberra. I was immediately drawn to its sense of community and the way our customers connected, celebrating birthdays, engagements, and showing off Canberra to visiting friends and family. It was such a unique and joyful experience; after all, not many people get to say, “I work at a boat rental in Canberra!”

Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to grow with the business, learning every part of its operations from the ground up. I eventually stepped into the role of Business Manager, overseeing multiple locations across the ACT and NSW. I even took a short break from GoBoat to join the public service for six months, only to quickly realise that my true passion lies in small business, tourism, and people.

In July 2025, I proudly took ownership of GoBoat Canberra. It’s been an incredibly rewarding journey to lead the business I helped build and to continue growing it as a vibrant part of Canberra’s tourism and lifestyle scene.

What advice do you have for the next generation of women in business?

My advice is to back yourself and take opportunities before you feel “ready.” In the past, I’ve been guilty of waiting for the “perfect moment,” but by then, you may have missed a great opportunity.

Believe in your own ability and don’t wait for someone else to make things happen for you. Don’t let others’ expectations, or what’s considered the “norm,” hold you back.

I’m a 25-year-old boat business owner in Canberra, proof that you can shape your own path.

GoBoat Canberra

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• W: goboat.com.au
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