The Albanese Government has re‑appointed seven eminent experts to advise the government on our broad and ambitious competition reform agenda.
Boosting competition and dynamism is one of the most important ways to make our economy more productive and lift living standards for workers.
That's why we've reappointed Dr Kerry Schott AO (Chair), Dr John Asker, Mr Rod Sims AO, Mr John Fingleton, Mr David Gonski AC, Ms Sharon Henrick and Ms Danielle Wood as part‑time members of the Competition Taskforce Expert Advisory Panel.
The Panel was established in 2023 to provide expert guidance and advice on policy and implementation matters related to Treasury's Competition Review.
Following their reappointments, their new terms will last until 24 February 2027.
The Panel has played a meaningful role in helping shape our competition agenda, from overhauling merger rules, revitalising National Competition Policy, banning non‑compete clauses and progressing a national licensing scheme for electrical trades people.
It will continue to play an important advisory role, particularly on the reform areas and ongoing work from the government's Economic Reform Roundtable.
The government thanks them for their important contributions over the past two years, and for their continued service.
