Governance and public service
Sam Mostyn
Governor-General of Australia.
Background and first steps
Mostyn held executive positions at Optus and Insurance Australia Group before building a career across company, community and policy boards. Her official biography documents work in sport, the arts, gender equality and sustainability.
Career and appointments
She has chaired organisations including Aware Super and served as an Australian Football League commissioner. Her work also included support for the development of the AFL Women’s competition.
Public record
Mostyn was sworn in as Australia’s 28th Governor-General on 1 July 2024. The Governor-General’s office lists her prior appointments and national honours.