Ashley Robinson, known as "TUGBOAT," is campaigning to become the Mayor of the Sunshine Coast, presenting himself as the only REAL candidate for the position.

With a background in successful business operations and a lifetime of involvement in the community, Robinson emphasizes his candidacy with six core values:

Real Honesty, Real Transparency, Real Business Experience, Real Willingness To Listen, Real Care, and Real Community. His history of community involvement includes roles such as Deputy Chair and Chair of the Events Centre Caloundra, Sunshine Coast Rugby League Chairman, member of various committees related to gambling benefits and community foundations, co-founder and organizer of the Island Charity Swim, a patrolling member at Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club, and Chairman of the Sunshine Coast Falcons Rugby League Club, among others.

Robinson also supports causes like mental health and anti-racism through his ambassadorships. His campaign encourages volunteers and donations, with contact information provided for those interested in supporting his mayoral bid.