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Australian Institute of Marine Science Council

Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
The AIMS Council is the governing body of the Australian Institute of Marine Science, providing strategic leadership, oversight and accountability. The Council guides the organisation's long-term direction, supports effective governance, and helps ensure AIMS delivers high-quality marine science and research outcomes that benefit Australia and the broader community.

Further information

  • Type of Body

    R. Management Board

  • Established By / Under

    Act / Regulation

  • Established By/Under More info

    Australian Institute of Marine Science Act 1972

  • Paid Members?

    Yes

  • Max No. of Board/Committee Members

    7

  • Annual Report Prepared and tabled?

    Yes

  • Classification

    X. Internal Management

  • Auditor

    ANAO

  • Function Categorization

    Other

  • Creation Date

  • Postal Address

    Cape Ferguson
    Townsville QLD 4810
    Australia

Current board appointments

Position Appointee Start Date End Date
Chair Dr. Elizabeth Woods OAM 1 April 2022 31 March 2027
Other Prof. Selina Stead 1 February 2024 31 January 2029
Member Mr. Steve Duffield 13 December 2023 12 December 2028
Member Ms. Patricia Kelly PSM 6 July 2023 5 July 2028
Member Emeritus Prof. Peter Steinberg 1 January 2024 31 December 2028
Member Dr. Cass Hunter 16 March 2025 15 March 2030
Member Prof. Simon Biggs 3 March 2022 13 February 2027
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