Mick Calatzis, a 40-year veteran of the police force and prominent Kurrajong local has been endorsed by the Canberra Liberals as a candidate for the ACT Election in October.

Mr Calatzis has been a dedicated and decorated police officer, most recently as Detective Superintendent with the AFP. He is a father and grandfather, with deep ties to Kurrajong through his police-work, and also his community involvement.

Leader of the Canberra Liberals, Elizabeth Lee, said Mr Calatzis will bring a wealth of experience to the team as the ACT Election approaches.

"Mick is an outstanding community candidate, with a wealth of knowledge from his time in the Police force, and also his long involvement in the community in and around Kurrajong," Ms Lee said.

"I am very pleased that there are such high quality candidates like Mick Calatzis putting their hands up to represent the Liberal Party and help bring back good government to the Territory."

Mr Calatzis has a long track record of service to the community, and has been decorated on numerous occasions, including the ACT Bushfire Medal, and the Humanitarian Overseas Medal for service in the wake of the Christchurch Earthquake.

As a resident of Griffith, Mr Calatzis said he is looking forward to continuing to serve the community.

"I am passionate about this community, and my campaign starts today to win the support of the people of Kurrajong to represent them in the Assembly," Mr Calatzis said.

Mr Calatzis was endorsed by the Canberra Liberals yesterday to fill a vacancy created by the withdrawal of Dr Jerry Nockles.

"It goes to show there is a depth of talent in the Liberal team, and there is no shortage of high quality candidates putting up their hand to hold this Labor/Green Government to account," Ms Lee said.