Our Structure

The Australia Council for the Arts is overseen by the Council Board (Board). The Board is appointed by the Minister for the Arts and comprises a range of expertise across artistic practice, arts management, business, management, public policy, corporate governance and administration, regional issues, gender, multicultural and Indigenous community participation in the arts, finance, philanthropy, legal affairs, corporate strategy and research.

Current Board Members are:

Audit and Risk Committee – chaired by Sophie Mitchell

The Audit and Risk Committee oversees and reviews the Australia Council's corporate governance obligations in relation to external accountability, financial reporting, internal controls, risk management, internal and external audit activities, and legal and financial compliance. The committee also monitors the Australia Council's overall financial position, budget preparation and any other significant financial issues as they arise. The Committee’s authority and charter are outlined in its Terms of Reference.

Nominations and Appointments Committee - chaired by Lee-Ann Tjunypa Buckskin

The Nominations and Appointments Committee facilitates and oversees a streamlined nominations process, through which the Council recommends members to its panels and committees. The committee also advocates the Board's nominations to the Minister and assists the Board on governance matters, advising as required. It has an advisory role and is not delegated to act on the Board's behalf.

Australia Council Corporate Organisational Structure

Adrian Collette AM
Chief Executive Officer

The Executive Team:

Head of Sector Development:

Jade Lillie 

To view the Australia Council’s Functional Chart click here.