Adrian Collette AM, the Chief Executive Officer of the upcoming Creative Australia, extended a warm welcome to the recent appointments unveiled by Minister for the Arts, Tony Burke, on Thursday. These appointments mark the expansion of the Australia Council Board of Creative Australia.
Among these appointments stands Alexandra Dimos, a prominent figure in South Australia.
Dimos currently holds the position of Executive Director at the Advertiser Foundation and established the Nunn Dimos Foundation in 2017, followed by the South Australian Women’s Fund in 2021.
Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, Dimos completed her education with Honours in Geological Engineering in 1992. Her professional journey commenced in the environmental sector, specialising in hydrogeology.
Dimos is a dedicated volunteer for charitable organisations. Her involvement spans multiple philanthropic causes, and she actively contributes to boards and advisory committees, within the arts sector. She holds positions on the State Theatre Company of SA Foundation and the Foundation Adelaide Festival boards.
All the new appointments will officially take effect on August 24, 2023.
Adrian Collette AM, expressing his thoughts, remarked:
“The exceptional experience and expertise of these appointees will provide Creative Australia with invaluable governance and insights to shape our strategies, programs, and advocacy efforts.
“We are especially thrilled by the Minister’s commitment to enhance First Nations’ representation on the Australia Council Board of Creative Australia. These appointments genuinely embrace the diversity within our communities, ensuring active involvement of practicing artists.”
“Creativity serves as a unifying force that empowers and enriches us. We eagerly anticipate collaborating with the new Board to fulfill the vision outlined in the National Cultural Policy: Revive—a place for every story, a story for every place.”
Robert Morgan, the Chair of the Australia Council Board, added:
“I am deeply honoured to continue my role as Chair of Creative Australia on the Australia Council Board, and I eagerly anticipate collaborating with our newly appointed members. This moment is pivotal in the Australian Government’s dedication to our culture through the arts and creative industries.
“Creative Australia is poised to become an even more robust advocate and investor in artists and the creative sectors. I am excited to work alongside my fellow Board members to transform this vision into reality.”
