The Australian Government has announced the new chair and commissioners of the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) Commission.
Minister for Agriculture, Barnaby Joyce, said the commissioners fulfil an important role overseeing the management of Australia’s domestic fisheries, ensuring strong governance and exercising the functions and powers of the Authority.
The Hon. Norman Moore has been appointed chair from 1 July 2014 to 30 June 2017. Mr Moore is most recently known for his work in the Western Australian state parliament and as Minister for Fisheries, Mines and Petroleum, and Electoral Affairs.
“We welcome Mr Moore to the role, recognising his experience in fisheries management and public office,” Minister Joyce said.
The number of commissioners will be reduced by two, which will provide some cost savings for AFMA. Current commissioners Ian Cartwright, Professor Keith Sainsbury and Richard Stevens have been reappointed for a two year term, and they will be joined by Catherine Cooper and David Hall, who are appointed for a five year term. As AFMA CEO, Dr James Findlay continues his role as AFMA Commissioner.
All appointments commence on 1 July 2014.
