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Council of the National Museum of Australia

The Council of the National Museum of Australia is responsible for the overall performance of the organisation, including setting the strategic direction and establishing goals for management.

NATIONAL MUSEUM COUNCIL

Council Chair Prof Clare Wright OAM
Council Deputy Chair
Audit, Finance and Risk Committee Chair
Natasha Bowness
Indigenous Reference Group Chair Prof Megan Davis AC
Collections Committee Chair Peter Walker

Audit, Finance and Risk Committee of Council

The Audit, Finance and Risk Committee reviews the Museum's financial reporting, legislative and policy compliance, audits, risk management and internal controls and performance reporting.

Collections Committee of Council

The Collections Committee reviews collection-related policies and the strategic direction of the National Historical Collection, including proposed acquisitions and material marked for deaccessioning. It includes external member John-Paul Janke.

Development Committee of Council

The Development Committee oversees philanthropy, fundraising and corporate partnerships at the Museum.

Indigenous Reference Group

The Indigenous Reference Group provides expert advice to Council on the Museum’s activities that represent and serve the interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the broader Australian community. It includes external member Michelle Broun.

Council images by Grace Costa Photographer

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