Nerida O'Loughlin: The View From Australia Interview

Pacific Telecommunications Council

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is the converged national regulator for telecom and broadcasting in the country. Interview with Nerida O’Loughlin, Chair, Australian Media and Communications Authority Ms Nerida O'Loughlin commenced as Chair of the ACMA on 14 October 2017 for a five year term. Prior to joining the ACMA, Nerida was Deputy Secretary in the Department of Communications and the Arts providing policy advice across telecommunications, broadcasting, online content and the arts. Nerida has also been responsible for major projects in the communications portfolio, including leading the Digital Television Switchover Program. Nerida served as interim CEO of the Digital Transformation Agency from 2016 to 2017. Over her career, Nerida has also held senior positions in the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments, predominantly across the technology and cultural sectors.