The Australian Government is now operating in line with Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.

Mrs Natalie Weddell
Australian SKA Coordination Committee chair (representing the Australian Government)

Natalie is the General Manager of the Science Governance and Astronomy branch in the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.

She has been a public servant in Australia and the UK and has had a varied career across many different policy, corporate and program areas including education, social services, infrastructure, and regional development.