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New interim Commissioners appointed to the Australian Tertiary Education Commission

Professor Tom Calma AO and the Hon Fiona Nash have been appointed interim Commissioners of the interim Australian Tertiary Education Commission (ATEC).

Read the Minister's media release

Recognising the inaugural ATEC Commissioners

Minister's media release

Legislation introduced to establish the Australian Tertiary Education Commission

On 26 November, the Australian Government introduced new legislation to formally establish the ATEC. This marks a significant step in implementing the recommendations of the Australian Universities Accord, with ATEC set to lead lasting reforms that will build a better and fairer tertiary education system for Australia.

Read more about the Legislation introduced to establish the Australian Tertiary Education Commission

Mr David Turvey PSM has joined the interim ATEC as Executive Director

Welcome David Turvey PSM

Interim Australian Tertiary Education Commission starts today

Read the media release at the media centre

ATEC Insights

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December 2025 - Edition 2

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Interim ATEC - Terms of reference

The Australian Tertiary Education Commission (ATEC) begins interim operation today to steward Australia's tertiary education system and drive growth through equity to ensure our future skills needs.

 

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