The Minister for Transport and Transport for NSW welcome the appointment of new members to the Maritime Advisory Council.
These are crucial roles, as the council provides independent, expert advice to the minister on a broad range of maritime-related matters, such as maritime safety, maritime infrastructure, and maritime property.
The minister for transport endorsed 10 people to form the new independent council, with 4 new members and the reappointment of 6 previous members:
- Emma Humphries (new)
- Graham Peachey (new)
- Jackie Parry (new)
- Steve Hatch (new)
- Darren Vaux (returning as Chair)
- Anthony Haworth (returning)
- John Barbouttis (returning)
- Shannon O’Brien (returning)
- Janice Thurgar (returning)
- Adam Smith (returning)
The new council members will begin their 3-year term on 30 November 2023, looking to hold an inaugural meeting in early 2024.
Expressions of interest were advertised over 4 weeks, before an assessment panel reviewed the large number of applications. All members were chosen for their unique expertise, with the panel focusing on a diverse membership that reflects the maritime community, with a range of age, gender and experience.
Transport Minister Jo Haylen said:
“NSW has the most beautiful waterways in the world, and as transport minister, I take great pride in being responsible for our maritime operations.
“The Maritime Advisory Council is a vital body, analysing boating data, providing me with expert and independent advice, and greatly supporting our target of zero fatalities and serious injuries on our state’s waterways.
“I look forward to meeting with the council on crucial maritime matters to enhance safe and sustainable access to NSW waterways, and I thank both the new and returning members for their time and commitment.”
Transport for NSW Acting Deputy Secretary Safety, Environment and Regulation Sally Webb said:
“Every member of the Maritime Advisory Council is a passionate boater, kayaker, water skier and water lover. Their input ensures we hear from all people using our waterways.
“It is important we have a diverse council to ensure decisions made cater to the whole boating community.”
