Commissioners
Seven commissioners make up the National Water Commission, all of whom are appointed by the Australian Government for terms of up to three years.
Commissioners are appointed in recognition of their expertise in water resource policies, natural resource program management, relevant scientific disciplines, and public sector governance.
Four commissioners are nominated by the Australian Government, and three by the states and territories. Commissioners are not representatives of any jurisdiction or industry sector.
The role of the commissioners is to:
- provide advice on the strategic policy framework for the Commission
- provide guidance on major reports or other advice to the minister or to COAG
- promote the role of the Commission and the NWI reforms.
Current Commissioners
Current Commissioners are, from left (with Chair in centre):
- Mr Ken Matthews (Chair)
- Professor Stuart Bunn
- Ms Chloe Munro
- Ms Elaine Gardiner
- Ms Sally Farrier
- Mr Chris Davis
- Mr Lawrence Arthur
More information:
- Commission meetings
- Commission protocols and procedures
- Disclosure of interests protocol
- Commissioner biographies