The Albanese Government has reappointed Anna Brakey and appointed Ian Oppermann as full‑time members of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for a five‑year period.
These appointments will help to ensure one of our most important economic institutions has the talent and expertise it needs to remain strong and effective into the future.
Anna and Ian have done a fantastic job in their current roles and we're grateful for the commitment they've made to the Commission for the next five years.
Ms Brakey was first appointed to the ACCC in December 2020.
She has extensive experience in regulatory economics and public policy with more than 25 years working with regulators, government and in the private sector.
Ms Brakey's reappointment continues the Government's strong record of appointing outstanding women for senior public sector roles.
Dr Oppermann is the outgoing Data Standards Chair for Digital ID and the Consumer Data Right.
He has extensive experience in big data and standards setting, including at Standards Australia and the International Electrotechnical Commission.
Dr Oppermann was also the NSW Government's Chief Data Scientist.
We also thank outgoing Commissioner Peter Crone for his service and for the big contribution he has made as a commissioner over the past five years.
These appointments reinforce the Government's broader competition reform agenda, which is focused on building a more dynamic, innovative and productive economy for all Australians.
