The Authority is an independent statutory body established to provide expert advice to the Australian Government on climate change mitigation initiatives, including through conducting regular and specifically commissioned reviews and through undertaking climate change research.
Further information
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Type of Body
R. Management Board
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Climate Change Authority Act 2011
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Paid Members?
Yes
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Max No. of Board/Committee Members
9
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
Yes
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Classification
X. Internal Management
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Auditor
ANAO
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Function Categorization
Executive Management
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
Level 10, 90 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 8003
Australia
Current board appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chair | The Hon. Matthew (Matt) Kean | 5 August 2024 | 4 August 2029 |
| Other | Mr. Brad Archer | 15 March 2025 | 14 December 2025 |
| Member | Mrs. Fiona Simson | 15 March 2024 | 14 March 2029 |
| Member | Ms. Patricia (Patty) Akopiantz | 5 August 2024 | 4 August 2029 |
| Member | Prof. Tony Haymet | 28 January 2025 | 27 January 2028 |
| Member | Dr. Lesley Hughes | 15 September 2022 | 14 September 2027 |
| Member | Mr. Richard Bolt | 15 March 2024 | 14 March 2029 |
| Member | Dr. Virginia Marshall | 15 September 2022 | 14 September 2027 |
| Member | Mr. Timothy Reed | 1 May 2025 | 30 April 2030 |
| Member | Ms. Gretta Theobald Stephens | 9 April 2025 | 8 April 2030 |
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