New appointments to National Transport Commission

The Federal Government has announced three new appointments to the National Transport Commission (NTC).

Loretta Lynch and Michael Byrne will join as new Commissioners effective from 15 July 2024 until 14 July 2027.

The new appointments were agreed upon between ministers from the Infrastructure and Transport Ministers’ Meeting. This brings together ministers from the Federal and state/territory governments.

Byrne has extensive experience in the infrastructure, global logistics, and supply chain sectors, as well as government and private sector board memberships.

Lynch has 30 years’ experience in the international and domestic rail, construction, resources and public transport industries.

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Infrastructure and Transport Ministers also supported extending the appointment of Jon Whelan for a full term until 31 December 2026.

Whelan is Chief Executive of the South Australian Department for Infrastructure and Transport, and brings significant experience in major transport and infrastructure project delivery, government relations and corporate governance to the role.

Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King said the new appointments were reflective of each individual’s commitment to their given industries.

“I welcome the new Commissioners and wish them well in their role overseeing the strategic direction and governance of the NTC, and look forward to seeing the NTC continue their important work on the development, implementation and evaluation of national land transport reform,” King said.