- Mike Rowe formally appointed to the position of Director General at the Department of Communities
- Mr Rowe holds 30-years of public service experience and his appointment is effective immediately
The State Government has confirmed the formal appointment of Mike Rowe to the position of Director General at the Department of Communities (Communities).
Mr Rowe first moved into the role in 2021, having transferred from the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation where he also held the position of Director General.
Mr Rowe has worked in a variety of high-level leadership, policy and advisory roles in a career spanning 30-years and he is a respected and experienced member of the State Government's senior executive team.
His formal appointment will continue to see him leading Communities' strategic plan with the agency responsible for delivering vital frontline social services across critical State Government functions such as Housing, Child Protection, Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence, Community Services and Disability Services.
His appointment is effective immediately and the State Government looks forward to further strong leadership for Communities under Mr Rowe's tenure.
Comments attributed to Housing and Homelessness Minister John Carey:
"Mike Rowe is a dedicated and passionate leader who brings a great deal of experience to the role.
"I value his genuine commitment to driving social reform in Western Australia and look forward to continuing our established, strong working relationship."
Comments attributed to Community Services Minister Sabine Winton:
"I want to congratulate Mike Rowe on his appointment as Communities Director General and look forward to continuing to work closely with him.
"Communities delivers vital support to thousands of Western Australians every single day and the agency is well served under his leadership."
As stated by Disability Services Minister Don Punch:
"I have worked closely with Mike Rowe for a number of years, and congratulate him on his formal appointment.
"I am confident Communities has an accomplished leader who will continue to prioritise the needs of our most vulnerable Western Australians, including our WA seniors and those living with a disability."
