- Diverse and experienced group of directors and members have been appointed to Queensland Government-owned business boards.
- 30 of the 56 appointments are women.
- Women's representation on Boards across Queensland Government-owned business boards is 52 per cent.
The appointment of 56 new and reappointed directors across Queensland Government-owned business boards will ensure the continued delivery of key services for Queenslanders right across the State.
The businesses deliver services including energy and water supply, passenger and freight rail, trade via key ports and the management of invested funds on the State's behalf.
The Palaszczuk Government is committed to increasing the number of women on boards in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.
The government has already delivered on its target of 50 per cent representation of women on our government-owned business boards, set as part of the Queensland Women's Strategy.
Quotes attributable to Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk:
"Our new and reappointed board members have a very important job ahead of them.
"I'm proud to see so many women taking up more than half of the positions on the Queensland Government-owned business boards.
"We set ourselves the important task of lifting women's representation and have since exceeded the targets put in place.
"Congratulations to all those new and continuing members for contributing to a better, brighter Queensland."
Quotes attributable to the Treasurer and Minister for Trade and Investment Cameron Dick:
"Queensland Government-owned businesses deliver important services for all Queenslanders.
"It has never been more important and valuable for Queensland that these businesses remain in public hands.
"The appointments we're announcing today will ensure all of Queensland Government-owned businesses continue to be led by experienced and skilled boards.
"I congratulate each new board member on their appointment and thank all reappointed members for their continued service.
"I would like to also thank all outgoing members for their service and contribution to the State."
Minister for Health, Mental Health and Ambulance Services and Minister for Women Shannon Fentiman:
"It's extremely encouraging to see more women taking on diverse careers.
"Representation of women in male-dominated industries is crucial if we are to achieve gender equality.
"We set a target to see 50 per cent of women on Queensland Government Boards by 2020 and it's fantastic that not only did we reach our target early, but we also continue to maintain it."
Quotes attributable to Minister for Transport and Main Roads Mark Bailey:
"Keeping public assets in the hands of Queenslanders is a signature achievement of the Palaszczuk Government.
"It means we have levers available to assist Queenslanders when they need it most.
"I congratulate the new board members and thank the members who have been reappointed for their efforts and service."
Quotes attributable to Minister for Water Glenn Butcher:
"Congratulations to new and reappointed directors. They play an important role in managing the state's water assets for the benefit of all Queenslanders.
"It's great to see the continued representation from across regional Queensland and the diversity of experience across the appointees. I look forward to working with them to continue delivering important water services and water infrastructure projects across the state."
The appointments and reappointments include:
CleanCo
- Stephen Davy, Director (new)
- Helen Stanton, Director (new)
- Wendy Streets, Director (new)
CS Energy
- Toni Thornton, Director (reappointment)
- Maurie Brennan, Director (new)
- Stephen Harty, Director (new)
- Jacqueline King, Director (new)
Stanwell
- Hon. Wayne Swan, Director (reappointment)
- John Thompson, Director (new)
- Howard Morrison, Director (new)
Energy Queensland
- Mark Algie, Director (reappointment)
- Sandra Diethelm, Director (new)
- Teresa Dyson, Director (reappointment)
- Vaughan Busby, Director (reappointment)
Powerlink
- Wayne Collins, Director (reappointment)
- Kev Hegarty OAM, Director (reappointment)
- Kate Drews, Director (new)
- Amanda Yeates, Director (new)
Ports North
- Russell Beer, Chair (reappointment)
- Rob Giason, Director (reappointment)
- Donna-Maree O'Connor, Director (new)
- Margot Richardson, Director (new)
- Julia Leu, Director (reappointment)
- Michael Clifford, Director (new)
Gladstone Ports Corporation
- Grant Cassidy OAM, Director (reappointment)
- Peta Jamieson, Director (reappointment)
- Deirdre Swan, Director (new)
- Annette Woods, Director (new)
North Queensland Bulk Ports
- Jorgen Gullestrup, Director (new)
- Paul Heagney, Director (new)
- Tony Mooney AM, Director (reappointment)
- Monica McKendry, Director (reappointment)
- Lynn Smart, Director (reappointment)
Port of Townsville
- Jody Currie, Director (new)
- John Lee, Director (new)
- Connie Navarro, Director (reappointment)
- David Waters, Director (new)
QIC
- Gillian Brown, Director (reappointment)
- Emilio Gonzalez, Director (new)
Sunwater
- Gail Jukes, Director (new)
- Jane Williams, Director (reappointment)
Queensland Rail
- David Marchant AM, Chair (reappointment)
- Stephen Cantwell, Member (reappointment)
- Michael Goss, Member (reappointment)
- Loretta Lynch, Member (new)
- Heather Watson, Member (reappointment)
- Tracey Winters, Member (reappointment)
- Vivienne Doogan, Member (new)
Seqwater
- Neville Ide, Member (new)
- Gail Ker OAM, Member (reappointment)
- John McEvoy, Member (reappointment)
- Catherine Mickel, Member (reappointment)
QTC Capital Markets Board
- Rosemary Vilgan, Member (reappointment)
- Dr Natalie Smith, Member (new)
State Investment Advisory Board
- Brendan O'Farrell, Member (new)
- Wendy Tancred, Member (new)
