Senator the Hon Katy Gallagher

The Albanese Government has reappointed Dr Richard Dammery as a non-executive Director of the Australia Post Board for another three-year term.

Dr Dammery was first appointed to the Board in September 2021, and has brought valuable governance, legal and commercial expertise to the Board.

His experience includes roles as the former Chief Legal Officer at Woolworths Group, General Counsel at Coles Group and partner at Minter Ellison. He is also an experienced non-executive Director on several boards in the technology and logistics industries.

Dr Dammery is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and an adjunct Professor at Monash University Business School.

The reappointment of Dr Dammery ensures the retention of critical corporate knowledge and continuity on the Board. He will commence his new appointment on 30 September 2024.

For more information on the Board, visit: https://auspost.com.au/about-us/corporate-information/board-of-directors.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Communications, the Hon Michelle Rowland MP:

“I congratulate Dr Dammery on his reappointment to the Australia Post Board and wish him well as he continues in this important role. 

“The Albanese Government is committed to ensuring that Australia Post remains a beloved and integral institution for all Australians, and the Board will play a key role in delivering on the Government’s reform agenda for the organisation. 

“Dr Dammery brings a wealth of experience in governance, legal and commercial expertise to Australia Post, and I look forward to working with him and the rest of the Board to support the organisation on its modernisation journey."

Quotes attributable to Minister for Finance, Senator The Hon Katy Gallagher:

“I congratulate Dr Dammery on his reappointment to the Australia Post Board. 

“Dr Dammery’s extensive experience in corporate governance and large businesses will continue to support Australia Post in modernising its services to meet the evolving needs of all Australians.”