The ACT Government has appointed James Willson to the City Renewal Authority’s board. Mr Willson is also a board member of the National Capital Authority (NCA).
Mr Willson’s appointment will deepen the strong connections between the City Renewal Authority and NCA and support integrated development in central Canberra in line with the ACT Government’s urban renewal objectives and the National Capital Plan.
Mr Willson brings a wealth of expertise and local knowledge to the City Renewal Authority’s board with over two decades of business leadership in Canberra, including as Managing Director and founder of local marketing agency, CRE8IVE.
Mr Willson joins six other members of the City Renewal Authority’s board who have expertise in urban design, architecture, planning, sustainable development, affordable housing, and community engagement. The board guides the Authority’s role in revitalising the central parts of Canberra.
Quotes attributable to ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr
“Mr Willson’s appointment will support collaboration by providing an important link at the board level between the City Renewal Authority and the National Capital Authority.
“His understanding of the National Capital Plan will be instrumental in contributing to the Authority’s mission to create a revitalised, sustainable, and thriving City Centre.”
Quotes attributable to Terry Weber, Chair of the National Capital Authority board”I welcome the appointment of James Willson to the board of the City Renewal Authority.
“James is a proud Canberran with a passion for place making and expertise in strategic and digital communication.
“James’ appointment to the CRA Board demonstrates the commitment of the City Renewal Authority and the National Capital Authority to continue to work closely together to foster Canberra as a great place to live and a national capital of which all Australians can be proud.”
Quotes attributable to James Willson, National Capital Authority and City Renewal Authority board member
“I am delighted to be appointed to the board of the City Renewal Authority.
“I look forward to joining the board and working with the community, business, and government to support the delivery of new buildings and places within the City Renewal Precinct that are of exemplary design quality, excite interest and participation and attract new investment.
“I have spent my whole life in Canberra and am committed through my roles on the City Renewal Authority board and the National Capital Authority board to foster Canberra as a great place to live, explore and enjoy, and a National Capital that Australians celebrate.”
