Today I announce the appointment of Ms Siobhan McKenna as Australia's next Consul-General in New York.
Ms McKenna has led major Australian organisations in media, communications and investment. As Consul-General, Ms McKenna will strengthen Australia's economic relationship with the United States and champion Australia as a trusted partner for two-way trade and investment. She will support Australian businesses, innovators and creative industries and help showcase Australia's strengths across the United States.
New York is home to leading financial institutions, multinational corporations, investors and cultural organisations. It is also a gateway for Australian companies entering the United States market and a key location for promoting Australian innovation, talent and creativity.
In 2025, two-way investment between Australia and the United States was valued at more than A$3 trillion. Australia has invested nearly A$1.6 trillion in the US, supporting jobs and economic growth in both countries. The United States is Australia's largest investment destination and largest source of foreign investment
Ms McKenna is currently Chair of Australia Post. She was previously Chief Executive Officer of Broadcasting at News Corp and has held senior public sector roles, including Chair of the National Broadband Network Company and Commissioner of the Productivity Commission.
I thank Heather Ridout AO for her outstanding service as Consul-General in New York since February 2023.
Ms McKenna will take up her appointment in early 2027.
