The Albanese Government has appointed two new part-time members to the National Capital Authority Board for a period of five years.

Ms Elizabeth Dibbs has been appointed as a non-executive member, bringing significant governance experience and a distinguished legal career.

Highly experienced in governance and board leadership, Ms Dibbs currently serves as Deputy Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee for the ACT City Renewal Authority.

Ms Dibbs is also Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee and a member of the Investment Committee for the National Portrait Gallery of Australia.

Ms Dibbs also served as Partner and General Counsel for the Asia Pacific region at Pricewaterhouse Coopers.

Mr Stuart Hocking has been appointed as a non-executive member and brings impressive, deep expertise from senior executive roles across economics, finance, strategic policy and organisational management.

Recently retired, Mr Hocking previously served as Under Treasurer at ACT Treasury and currently operates a sole trader consultancy.

In addition, Mr Hocking serves as Chair of the Transport and Civil Infrastructure Board within the ACT Government.

His strong background will contribute an excellent economic and financial lens to the board. 

The board includes the Chair, Chief Executive and three members, all appointed by the Governor-General on advice from the Australian Government. 

For more information, see National Capital Authority (nca.gov.au). 

Quotes attributable to the Minister for Emergency Management and for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, Kristy McBain MP: 

“I am pleased to welcome Elizabeth Dibbs and Stuart Hocking to the National Capital Authority Board.

“Their combined experience across governance, law, economics and public administration will be valuable assets as the board continues its important work for Canberra and the nation.

“The National Capital Authority plays a vital role in shaping and safeguarding Australia’s capital, and I am confident Ms Dibbs and Mr Hocking will bring fresh perspectives and strong leadership to support the city’s continued growth and development.

“I also acknowledge and thank former board members Mr James Willson and Ms Jenny Smithson for their service to the National Capital Authority.

“Their contributions have supported the authority’s important role in planning and managing Australia’s capital, and I extend my appreciation for their commitment.”