The Albanese Government has reappointed 11 General Members to the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) for a further 3-year term. Originally appointed in 2023, the reappointed Members have worked on a range of cases including social security, National Disability Insurance Scheme, and migration and protection matters.
These vital reappointments will help ensure all cases continue to be heard fairly, effectively and efficiently while also ensuring the ART's work remains accessible and responsive to the diverse needs of all parties.
Each General Member was reappointed in accordance with section 208 of the Administrative Review Tribunal Act 2024 , and was originally assessed as suitable for appointment in accordance with the Guidelines for Appointments to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal and closely informed by requirements in the Administrative Review Tribunal Act 2024 .
Reappointments to the ART
General Members
- Dr Carolyn Graydon
- Ms Karen Hamilton
- Ms Deborah Laver
- Ms Maxina Martellotta
- Ms Maralean McCalman
- Professor Robert McLaughlin
- Ms Natalie Purcell
- Ms Amanda Ryding
- Mr Raymond Smith
- Ms Kathleen Timbs
- Mr Justin Toohey
Quotes attributable to the Attorney-General, Hon Michelle Rowland MP:
"The Administrative Review Tribunal is an independent federal administrative body that reviews decisions that directly affect the everyday lives of Australians.
"These vital reappointments support the Tribunal to retain Members with significant knowledge and experience to ensure cases continue to be heard in a timely and effective manner.
"I congratulate these General Members on their reappointments and thank them for their important service to the Australian public."
