The Premier has announced the appointment of Camille Kingston as the Secretary of the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF).
Ms. Kingston has extensive public sector experience and has been acting in the role since August 2026.
She previously served as Deputy Secretary of the Commercial Division at DTF, where she led the development of commercial, financial, and risk management advice to support the government in managing state assets, liabilities, and major projects.
Before joining DTF, Ms. Kingston was with the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing as Deputy Secretary, System Reform and Workforce.
Ms. Kingston is the first woman in the Victorian Department of Treasury and Finance’s history to serve as the substantive Secretary.
She has also held senior leadership roles with the Australian Federal Police and the Department of Justice and Community Safety. Earlier in her career, she was also Executive Director of the Strategy and Reform Group in DTF’s Economic Division.
Ms. Kingston succeeds Mr. Chris Barrett, who is now Secretary at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
As stated by Premier Ben Carroll
“I congratulate Ms. Kingston on her appointment to the role. She brings extensive experience across the public sector, and I know she will lead DTF with a great sense of responsibility and professionalism.”
As stated by Treasurer Colin Brooks
“Camille Kingston is a highly capable public sector leader and her breadth of experience across state and federal public service will be a boon for Treasury going forward.”
