| The Australian Press Council has appointed Dr Bronte Adams AM as its new Chair, effective 1 December 2025.
Dr Adams brings a distinguished career in leadership, governance and public policy. A Rhodes Scholar and Member of the Order of Australia, she has worked across technology, innovation, education, telecommunications and the creative industries. She has held senior roles in government, was a consultant at McKinsey & Co, and is the founder of consulting firm Dandolo Partners.
Dr Adams holds or has held leadership roles including:
- Member, AICD Governance of Innovation and Technology Panel
- Director, Innovation and Science Australia
- Deputy Chair, Melbourne University Publishing
- Deputy Chair, Victorian Government ICT Advisory Council
- Member, Australian Broadband Advisory Council
Outgoing Chair, Neville Stevens said:
“Dr Adams’ breadth of expertise in governance, innovation and the media landscape, combined with her deep commitment to public service, will be an invaluable asset to the Press Council as it continues its vital role in upholding high editorial standards and protecting freedom of expression.”
Dr Adams said:
“The Australian Press Council plays a critical role in supporting a free and responsible press and ensuring the community can rely on high standards in journalism. I am honoured to take on this role at a time when public trust in media is more important than ever.”
Dr Adams succeeds Neville Stevens AO, who has served as Chair since January 2018. The Council thanks Mr Stevens for his leadership over the past eight years.
The Australian Press Council (APC) was established in 1976 and is responsible for promoting high standards of media practice, community access to information of public interest and freedom of expression through the media.
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