CoryBernardi

Cory Bernardi was sworn in as a Senator for South Australia in May 2006. 

Born and raised in Adelaide, Cory was selected on a scholarship to the Australian Institute of Sport in the sport of rowing. While studying at university, he was selected as part of the Australian Men's Rowing team, competing at the world championships.

Following his retirement from professional sport, Cory travelled extensively throughout Europe, Northern Africa and the Middle East and experienced working in many different environments and cultures.

Upon returning to Australia, Cory owned and operated various small businesses in and around Adelaide. In 1996, he changed career and became a financial adviser with a leading stockbroking firm. Eventually, he established his own practice and continued financial consultancy until he became a Senator.

In 2000, Cory was invited by the Federal Government to become a member of the board of the Australian Sports Commission and the Australian Institute of Sport. He was also Chairman of the Australian Sports Foundation, a non-profit foundation that helps deliver grants to sporting organisations.

Cory has had over twenty years’ involvement in the Liberal Party, serving as the youngest ever State President of the Liberal Party in South Australia from 1998-2000. Cory also became the youngest ever Federal Vice President of the Liberal Party of Australia in 2005.

Cory is married to Sinead and has two sons. His dedication to family values led him to writing two books aimed at educating children. The Money Tree educates children about financial investment and the value of money, while his most recent publication Fit for Life! aims to promote healthy eating and exercise habits in young people.