Mal Hingston’s family has a long held history in Northern Tasmania going back to 1842, when three brothers arrived from England.
Mal grew up in Latrobe with his three sisters, where the family home welcomed numerous foster children over a period of 35 years, and still lives in Latrobe with his partner Raquel.
Having left school at 15 to undertake a trade, Mal later studied part time to complete a degree in Mechanical Engineering while working as a Mechanical Designer at Elphinstone’s in Burnie.
Since 2003, Mal has held key positions in the mining, civil, and defence industries delivering infrastructure all over Australia, and more recently has focused on project recovery of distressed projects.
Mal will use his extensive knowledge of current affairs, the importance of future planning, particularly regarding energy and housing policies, as well as trade and manufacturing, to continue the great work of Gavin Pearce supporting industry and delivering for the local community.
Outside of professional life Mal holds a pilot’s licence, enjoys a typical Saturday at local Park Runs around the state followed by a mandatory coffee. He is regularly seen doing the rounds of Latrobe with his Dad and Floss the Labrador when on the way to Bunnings for a tool run or extra building supplies.