Garry Hounsell Appointed as CSC Chair

Following a thorough selection process, the Minister for Finance, Senator the Hon Simon Birmingham today confirmed that Garry Hounsell has been appointed to the role of Chair of the CSC Board. He replaces Patricia Cross, who finished her seven-year term on 30 June.

Garry is a familiar face in the CSC boardroom, having served as a Director for the past five years.

During this time he chaired the CSC Audit Committee, in addition to being a member of the Board Governance and Risk committees. He has also been a Director of ARIA Co Pty Ltd.

“Over the past five years, Garry has played a key role in defining CSC’s current objectives and the development of its strategy,” CSC CEO Damian Hill said.

“Garry’s experience on the CSC Board will ensure a smooth transition, and a continuation of the important pieces of work CSC is delivering for the benefit of its customers.”

Garry brings extensive corporate management experience to the position, with his current roles including Chairman of Helloworld Travel Limited, and a non-executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee at Treasury Wine Estates Limited.

Previously, he has been a Chairman of Myer Holdings Limited, and Chairman and non-executive Director of Spotless Group Holdings Limited.

Garry has been appointed as Chair until 30 June 2024.