University Council

Council has overall responsibility to provide leadership, good governance and oversight of the University

The Griffith University Act 1998 [the Act] establishes the Council of Griffith University as the University’s governing body. The functions and powers of Council are conferred under the Act.

Refer to the links below for resources related to the University Council:

Sustainable Development Goals

The University Council proudly supports Griffith University's alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and to providing the leadership needed to attain the goals.

Committee Membership

Chancellor
The Hon Andrew Fraser		1 October 2022 to 30 September 2026
Deputy Chancellor
Ms Rebecca Frizelle OAM		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
Pro Chancellors
Ms Amelia Evans		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
Ms Karen Prentis		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
Ms Jessica Rudd		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029

Ex Officio

Vice Chancellor and President
Professor Carolyn Evans		ex officio

Appointed

Members appointed by Governor-in-Council
Ms Amelia Evans		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
Ms Rebecca Frizelle OAM		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
The Hon Dr Brett Mason		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
Mr Jason Murakami		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
The Hon Justice Anthe Philippides SC		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
Ms Karen Prentis		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
Dr Hal Rice		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029
Four additional members appointed by the Council
Mr Joshua Creamer		31 October 2025 to 31 December 2026
Professor John Dewar AO		1 February 2025 to 31 December 2028
Mr Andrew Hawkins		1 July 2023 to 30 June 2026
Ms Jessica Rudd		31 October 2025 to 30 October 2029

Elected

Two members of the academic staff of the University, elected by the academic staff of the University
Professor Matthew Currell			28 October 2025 to 27 October 2029
Dr Carolyn Hastie			28 October 2025 to 27 October 2029
One member of the professional and support staff of University, elected by the professional and support staff of the University
Ms Joanne Chang			28 October 2025 to 27 October 2029
One postgraduate student of the University, elected by the postgraduate students of the University
Mr Ryo Takamizawa			28 October 2025 to 27 October 2027
One undergraduate student of the University, elected by the undergraduate students of the University
Ms Natalia Drazek			28 October 2025 to 27 October 2027

Rights of Audience and Debate

Provost
Professor Liz Burd
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Education)
Professor Shaun Ewen
Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Indigenous)
Mr Shane Drahm
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research)
Professor Lee Smith
Vice President (Industry and External Engagement)
Professor Bronwyn Harch
Chief Operating Officer
Mr Peter Bryant
Vice President (Future Students & Strategic Communications)
Mr Phillip Stork
Vice President (Advancement)
Mr Marcus Ward

Secretary

Head, Corporate Governance

Dr Rebecca Voisey

Meeting dates

Date	Time	Location	Meeting Notes
Friday, 20 February 2026	2:00 pm - 6:00 pm	Brisbane South (Nathan)
Monday, 27 April 2026	2:00 pm - 6:00 pm	Gold Coast
Monday, 15 June 2026	2:00 pm - 6:00 pm	Logan
Monday, 03 August 2026	2:00 pm - 6:00 pm	Brisbane South (Nathan)
Thursday, 10 September 2026	TBC	Brisbane City (South Bank)	Strategic Retreat
Friday, 11 September 2026	TBC	Brisbane City (South Bank)	Strategic Retreat
Monday, 19 October 2026	2:00 pm - 6:00 pm	Gold Coast
Wednesday, 02 December 2026	2:00 pm - 6:00 pm	Brisbane South (Nathan)

Sub Committees

Academic Committee

Audit and Risk Committee

Finance and Infrastructure Committee

People, Nominations and Remuneration Committee

Contact us

For meeting agendas, minutes and more information about University Council, contact the Secretary, Dr Rebecca Voisey

r.voisey@griffith.edu.au