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What process, if any, was followed for the appointment of Susannah Adair Staley to Chair of the Broadcasting Standards Authority?

Answered Question 5541 (2026)
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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

Question

  • What process, if any, was followed for the appointment of Susannah Adair Staley to Chair of the Broadcasting Standards Authority?

Answered by

Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

A contestable process was run which included public advertisement for expressions of interest in the position. I considered all candidates before progressing my recommendation to the Governor-General through Cabinet processes and formally making my recommendation to the Governor-General for the incumbent's reappointment.