i3net CEO, appointed Chairperson of the Illawarra Regional Expert Panel

Congratulations to Bianca Perry, i3net CEO, appointed as Chairperson on the Illawarra Regional Expert Panel, one of four panels established to provide input into the NSW Government’s Royalties for Rejuvenation Fund. 

i3net Vice-Chair, Jim Allan was also appointed as panel member.

Bianca Perry said, “I am proud to lead the Illawarra panel which is made up of passionate individuals who are extremely knowledgeable, experienced and well-connected locally. Their commitment to the Illawarra region places them strongly to represent our region by providing advice and recommendations to the Deputy Premier. Specifically to provide local knowledge and advice on projects and initiatives that are designed to support economic diversification and create future jobs in coal mining communities.

28 positions have been appointed across the four main coal mining regions of the Hunter, Illawarra, North West and Central West.

Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the panel members were appointed after a competitive, merit-based recruitment process.

“The panel, comprising of members with a diverse range of skills, expertise, backgrounds and experiences, will provide me with advice and recommendations on applications received through the Royalties for Rejuvenation Fund to ensure that decision-making is aligned with the needs of the local area,” Mr Toole said.

NSW regions are unique. They each have their own history, their own strengths, opportunities, resources and challenges; and the Illawarra is no exception.

The local region knows what it needs, what its strengths are and what is important to the community. By following a rigorous process to form an expert panel, the Illawarra region can be confident that recommendations will be presented with the Illawarra region’s best interests at the centre.

The regions existing skill sets, determination, innovation and perseverance position us strongly as we look ahead to a vibrant future.

Bianca Perry, i3net CEO

The Illawarra Regional Expert Panel members are:

• Ms Bianca Perry, Chairperson
• Mr Adam Zarth, panel member
• Mr Michael Reay, panel member
• The Hon. David Campbell, panel member
• Ms Kylie Flament, panel member
• Professor Alex Frino, panel member
• Mr Ben Fitzsimmons, panel member
• Mr Jim Allan, panel member