The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) has welcomed the appointment of Kate Jenkins AO as Chair of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), announced today by Sports Minister Anika Wells.
AOC President Ian Chesterman says he looks forward to working constructively with Ms Jenkins during such an exciting period for Australian sport.
“My congratulations to Ms Jenkins on her appointment to this auspicious and important role in Australian sport. We have a wonderful opportunity as we move towards our home Games, Brisbane 2032, and I look forward to working together towards the common goal we have in building a thriving Australian sports system,” Mr Chesterman said.
“A successful home Game needs a successful home Team and the Australian Sports Commission has a pivotal role in ensuring we achieve that outcome.
“The AOC also welcomes new Board members appointed to the ASC who have a strong background in high performance sport and a deep understanding of the complexities facing our athletes and our sports.
“Dual Olympian and twice Olympic champion Nick Green not only reached the pinnacle in his sport of rowing, he’s also been a Chef de Mission of the Australian Olympic Team, has been CEO of AusCycling as well as pursuing a career in business.
“Dr Bridie Kean, dual Paralympian is also an impressive addition who can add valuable insights through her time as a high-performance athlete, her engagement with the sports as the Deputy Chef de Mission of the Paralympic Team to Paris and significant involvement with the tertiary system.
“With two months before the Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, there could not be a more opportune time to witness the power of sport to achieve great things for our athletes, sports and the Australian community.
“Critically, decisions being made now can have a profound impact on the success of Australian sport in the international Olympic arenas of Milano-Cortina in 2026, Los Angeles 2028 and excitingly, a home Games in Brisbane 2032.
“I look forward to Ms Jenkins bringing her diverse experience to the table as we tackle the challenges faced by sports so they can fulfil the extraordinary opportunities that lie ahead.
“The AOC has been working very closely with the Australian Sports Commission over recent years to ensure our athletes are provided with the tools they need to ensure Australia shines on the international stage as well as inspiring future generations of Australia to realise the great benefits of sport,” Mr Chesterman concluded.
