I am pleased to announce the Governor-General has accepted my recommendation to reappoint Dr Steven Kennedy PSM as Secretary of the Department of the Treasury.

Dr Kennedy is one of the country’s most experienced public servants and his diligence and dedication represents the best traditions of the Treasury.

Having served for more than 30 years in the public service, Dr Kennedy’s extensive experience and outstanding leadership will be an ongoing asset for the department and the Government, as we continue to implement our economic reform agenda.

Dr Kennedy was appointed as Secretary of the Department of the Treasury on 2 September 2019.

Prior to this, he held the position of Secretary of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Cities and Regional Development from September 2017 to August 2019.

Dr Kennedy has also held a variety of senior positions in the APS, including Deputy Secretary at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet; Department of the Environment; and Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency.

Dr Kennedy was awarded a Public Service Medal in 2016 for his outstanding contributions to climate change policy.

The five year appointment will commence on 2 September 2024.