Mostyn, a businesswoman and lawyer, was the first female AFL commissioner and has been the president of Chief Executive Women since 2021.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has named Samantha Mostyn, the lawyer helming his Women’s Economic Equality Taskforce, as Australia’s next Governor-General.
Mostyn, a businesswoman and lawyer, was the first female AFL commissioner and was previously the president of Chief Executive Women.She will be the second woman and first business leader to hold the role of governor-general when she starts in the role in July, following Dame Quentin Bryce who held the role from 2003 to 2008.
“She has lived her life in the service of a powerful Australian principle - when more people have the opportunity to fulfil their potential, our nation is a better place.”Speaking for the first time as Governor-General designate, Mostyn said she was “deeply honoured by this great privilege. And look forward to representing the values, hopes and aspirations of all Australians.
Discussing her many roles in law, climate change advocacy and gender equity, Mostyn said: “I have always believed that we are all so much more interesting and complex than the stereotypes often drawn.”“The beauty of Australians is our ability to pull together often despite our differences. I’ve had engaging discussions with farmers about the challenges of climate change, listened deeply to young people, talking enthusiastically about civics and democracy and intergenerational fairness.
“I have had the privilege of working with Ms Mostyn previously and know that she will represent and serve all Australians with distinction. I congratulate her on her appointment as our next Governor-General, look forward to spending time with her in coming months and, with all Australians, supporting her as our Governor-General.”
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