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    Queensland Advisory Committee for the Commemoration of the Anzac Centenary (QACCAC)
    Title Description
    Act or instrument QACCAC is established administratively with members appointed by letter from the Assistant Minister of State Assisting the Premier or Chair.
    Functions The role of QACCAC is to oversee the program of activities for the Centenary of the First World War across Queensland and to ensure the contribution made by Queenslanders is recognised with appropriate honour and dignity. The committee provides advice to the Premier on how Queensland will commemorate the Anzac Centenary between 2014 and 2018.
    Achievements
    • Reviewed and made recommendations on key elements of Queensland’s Centenary program, such as multimillion dollar legacy projects and a forward plan of key commemorative events.
    • Advised on applications for the Queensland Anzac Centenary community grants program and sponsorship applications for numerous major commemorative events.
    • Represented the Queensland Government at 2017 Anzac Day events, at international commemorative events—including the 100th anniversary of the Battles of Fromelles and Pozières commemorative services in France—and at events and project launches for community activities that received funding from Queensland’s Anzac Centenary commemoration program.
    Financial reporting QACCAC costs are contained within the department’s financial statements.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chair Andrew Craig 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Turgut Manli 2 N/A N/A $0
    Member Chris Austin 1 N/A N/A $0
    Member Leanne Cameron 2 N/A N/A $0
    Member Stewart Cameron 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Vicki McDonald 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Ross Eastgate 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Alex Garlin 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Andrew King 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Hedley Lockyer 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Paul McLachlan 2 N/A N/A $0
    Member Suzanne Miller 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Danny O’Kearney 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Bradley Saunders 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Mark Jamieson 0 N/A N/A $0
    Ex officio member Brad Cordery 3 N/A N/A $0 +
    Ex officio member Tim Herbert 3 N/A N/A $0 +
    Ex officio member Filly Morgan 3 N/A N/A $0 +
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 3
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $2759

    + Member is a public sector employee and is not entitled to remuneration fees.

    Queensland Veterans’ Advisory Council (QVAC)
    Title Description
    Act or instrument QVAC is established administratively with members appointed by letter from the Premier.
    Functions The role of QVAC is to provide a forum for the Queensland veterans’ community to communicate directly with the highest levels of the Queensland Government. QVAC meets biannually to provide advice to the state government on matters relating to veterans and to promote the wellbeing of veterans in Queensland.
    Achievements
    • Consulted and met with numerous Queensland veterans’ organisations and equivalent advisory bodies in other states and territories.
    • Considered initiatives in support of the veterans’ community and input from the broader Queensland veterans’ community.
    • Regularly engaged and consulted with the Assistant Minister of State Assisting the Premier.
    Financial reporting QVAC costs are contained within the department’s financial statements.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chairperson Danny O’Kearney 1 N/A N/A $0
    Member Edward Chitham 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Andrew Craig 1 N/A N/A $0
    Member Chris Hamilton 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Chris Richards 1 N/A N/A $0
    Member Ben Roberts-Smith 1 N/A N/A $0
    Member Peter Ryan 1 N/A N/A $0
    Member Robert Shortridge 1 N/A N/A $0
    Member Ann Stephenson 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Helen Strange 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Ron Strong 1 N/A N/A $0
    Ex-officio member Brad Cordery 0 N/A N/A $0 +
    Ex-officio member Leanne Cameron 1 N/A N/A $0 +
    Ex-officio member Filly Morgan 1 N/A N/A $0 +
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 1
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $5047

    + Member is a public sector employee and is not entitled to remuneration fees.

    Queensland Social Cohesion Implementation Committee
    Title Description
    Act or instrument The Queensland Social Cohesion Implementation Committee (the Committee) is established administratively with members appointed by letter from the Premier.
    Functions The role of the Committee is to provide advice to the government on the development and implementation of an action plan for Queensland and related strategies and responses; strengthening social cohesion and resilience and reducing the risk of antisocial behaviours and behaviours that may lead to violence or physical harm to others; and communication approaches for promoting diversity and social cohesion across Queensland communities.
    Achievements The Committee developed the Cohesive Communities Action Plan 2016–2018, which was approved by the government in late 2016 and contains initiatives directed at creating a sense of belonging and connectedness for individuals, families and communities to reduce the risk of antisocial behaviours, including behaviour that may lead to violence or physical harm to others.
    Financial reporting The Committee’s costs are contained within the department’s financial statements.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chairperson Scott Stewart 7 N/A N/A $0
    Deputy Chairperson Lesley Chenoweth 6 N/A N/A $0
    Member Josephine Aufai 4 N/A N/A $0
    Member Mary Bartlett-Johnston 2 N/A N/A $0
    Member Adrian Cherney 5 N/A N/A $0
    Member Petero Civoniceva 5 N/A N/A $0
    Member Venessa Curnow 6 N/A N/A $0
    Member Gail Ker 4 N/A N/A $0
    Member Fahim Khondaker 5 N/A N/A $0
    Member Prudence Melom 5 N/A N/A $0
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 7
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $0
    Domestic and Family Violence Implementation Council
    Title Description
    Act or instrument The Domestic and Family Violence Implementation Council (the Council) is established administratively with members appointed by letter from the Premier. Establishment of the Council is in accordance with the Not Now, Not Ever report, recommendation 3.
    Functions The role of the Council is to act as an oversight and advocacy body for the implementation of recommendations of the Not Now, Not Ever report and the Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Strategy.
    Achievements Achievements are outlined in the Council’s annual report.
    Financial reporting The Council’s costs are contained within the department’s financial statements.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chair Kay McGrath OAM 1 $390 daily N/A $780
    Deputy Chair Lance Hockridge 6 $300 daily N/A $0 #
    Member Kathleen Baird 5 $300 daily N/A $1650
    Member Faiza El-Higzi 7 $300 daily N/A $2100
    Member Lachlan Heywood 7 $300 daily N/A $1650**
    Member Denise Kostowski 6 N/A N/A $0 +
    Member Natalie Lewis 6 $300 daily N/A $1500
    Member Karni Liddell 3 $300 daily N/A $3150**
    Member Darren Lockyer 6 $300 daily N/A $1650
    Member Kathryn McMillan 2 $300 daily N/A $0 ^
    Member Edward Mosby 6 $300 daily N/A $2250
    Member Janette Phelan 7 $300 daily N/A $2100
    Member Wendell Rosevear 7 $300 daily N/A $1800
    Member Shannon Spriggs Murdoch (resigned 18 October 2016) 1 $300 daily N/A $750
    Member Karyn Walsh 7 $300 daily N/A $1500
    Member Annabel Taylor 1 $300 daily N/A $225
    Member Ian Leavers 0 $300 daily N/A $0
    Ex-officio member Deputy Commissioner Brett Pointing 4 N/A N/A $0 +
    Ex-officio member Christine Castley (term concluded 28 February 2017) 6 N/A N/A $0+
    Ex-officio member Judge Ray Rinaudo 6 N/A N/A $0 +
    Ex-officio member Natalie Parker 7 N/A N/A $0 +
    Ex-officio member Cathy Taylor (resigned 20 October 2016) 3 N/A N/A $0 +
    Ex-officio member Merrilyn Strohfeldt 1 N/A N/A $0 +
    Ex-officio member Graham Fraine 1 N/A N/A $0 +
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 7
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $915

    * Amounts paid to individual members vary due to entitlement to ‘significant travel fee’, duration of attendance during regional visit and participation in additional events.

    ** Includes fees for meetings held during 2015–16 financial year.

    # Member waived remuneration fees.

    + Member is a public sector employee and is not entitled to remuneration fees.

    ^ Member did not claim remuneration in reporting period.

    Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal
    Title Description
    Act or instrument Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal Act 2013
    Functions The role, functions and responsibilities of the Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal (Tribunal) are to review remuneration in connection with Members of Parliament (MPs) and former MPs, and to make determinations about remuneration (salary, allowances or entitlements). In performing its functions, the Tribunal must act independently, impartially and fairly. The Tribunal is also required to provide written reasons for each determination and provide it to the Clerk of the Parliament for tabling in the Legislative Assembly.
    Achievements Achievements are outlined in the Tribunal’s annual report.
    Financial reporting The Tribunal’s costs are contained within the department’s financial statements. The Tribunal also prepares its own annual report, which is provided to the Clerk of the Parliament to be tabled in the Legislative Assembly of Queensland.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chairperson Anne Tiernan (term commenced 16 July 2016) 8 Meeting fee: $520 N/A $6240
    Member Karyn Walsh (term commenced 16 July 2016) 7 Meeting fee: $400 N/A $2800
    Member Michael Noud (term commenced 16 July 2016) 8 Meeting fee: $400 N/A $4400
    Chairperson Timothy Brailsford (term concluded 15 July 2016) 0 Meeting fee (four hours or less): $425

    Meeting fee (greater than four hours): $849

    Special assignment fee (four hours or less): $354

    Special assignment fee (greater than four hours): $707    		 N/A $4243
    Member Joanne Jessop (term concluded 15 July 2016) 0 Meeting fee (four hours or less): $346

    Meeting fee (greater than four hours): $691

    Special assignment fee (four hours or less): $288

    Special assignment fee (greater than four hours): $576    		 N/A $1400
    Member David Harrison (term concluded 15 July 2016) 0 Meeting fee (four hours or less): $346

    Meeting fee (greater than four hours): $691

    Special assignment fee (four hours or less): $288

    Special assignment fee (greater than four hours): $576    		 N/A $864
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 6
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $0
    Screen Queensland Pty Ltd
    Title Description
    Act or instrument Corporations Act 2001 (Cth)
    Functions The objects of Screen Queensland Pty Ltd are to:
    • increase the level of film and television production in Queensland
    • develop and maintain a creative infrastructure in Queensland for the film and television production industry
    • develop and maintain an active and vibrant screen culture in Queensland
    • make funding available to members of the domestic and foreign film industry whether through loan, grant, rebate, financial assistance, investment, investment loan or any other form of funding.
    Achievements Key achievements for 2016–17 include:
    • funded 28 screen productions estimated to generate $205 million in Queensland Production Expenditure (QPE). This included:
      • 24 domestic productions including Tidelands, the first ever Australian-made series for Netflix
      • 4 international productions, including Aquaman and Pacific Rim 2 that combined will inject approximately $110 million into the Queensland economy
    • supported 85 producers, screenwriters, game developers and VR creators to travel to local and international markets including American Film Market, MIPCOM, MIPTV, Cannes, Games Connect Asia Pacific, Game Developers Conference, Australian International Documentary Conference, Kidscreen, South by South West, and the Shanghai International Film Festival Market. This support enables Queensland practitioners to develop skills through programs and initiatives to ensure a skilled and vibrant workforce and to discover new voices on and off screen
    • invested more than $1.2 million in the production and development of projects with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander practitioners in key creative roles, as well as market and attachment opportunities
    • 75 per cent of projects funded through Screen Queensland in 2016–17 had one or more female practitioners in a key creative role.
    Financial reporting Screen Queensland Pty Ltd provides annual financial reports to the Queensland Parliament in accordance with Treasury policy. Arts Queensland conducts compliance checks to ensure accountability. The financial results of Screen Queensland are consolidated in the economic entity of the department.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chairperson Linda Apelt 5 $5000 pa N/A $3750
    (to 31 May 2017)
    Director Catherine O’Sullivan 5 $3000 pa $1000 pa $3000
    (to 31 May 2017)
    Director Takeshi Takada 2 $3000 pa N/A $2250
    (to 31 May 2017)
    Director Michael Smellie 4 $3000 pa N/A $2250
    (to 31 May 2017)
    Director Paul Syvret 4 $3000 pa N/A $2250
    (to 31 May 2017)
    Director Patricia Heaton 5 $3000 pa $500 pa $2625
    (to 31 May 2017)
    Director Chelsea Bond (commenced 1 June 2017) Nil $3000 pa N/A Nil
    (to 31 May 2017)
    Director William McInnes (resigned 19 July 2016) Nil $3000 pa N/A Nil #
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 5
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $0 (to 31 May 2017)

    # Member waived remuneration fees.

    Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts Pty Ltd (ACPA)
    Title Description
    Act or instrument Corporations Act 2001 (Cth)
    Functions The objective of ACPA is to provide performing arts training and opportunities to Indigenous students.
    Achievements Key achievements for 2016–17 include:
    • 40 students graduated from ACPA training courses in 2016, with 72 enrolments at the commencement of the year
    • 84 students enrolled in training courses in 2017 (as at 30 April 2017)
    • ACPA students performed at a number of events including:
      • Flight—ACPA Showcase at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, October 2016
      • 2spirits workshop, Kangaroo Point, November 2016
      • Launch of Recognise gala dinner, Barangaroo, Sydney, December 2016
      • Opening of Supercell Dance Festival, Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts (JWCoCA), February 2017
    • ACPA relocated from premises at Kangaroo Point to the JWCoCA in early 2017. The new venue will provide a hub for ACPA to engage in collaborative arts development and training opportunities, as well as a venue for its programming.
    Financial reporting Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts Pty Ltd provides annual reports to the Queensland Parliament in accordance with Treasury policy. Arts Queensland conducts compliance checks to ensure accountability. The financial results are noted in the department’s financial statements.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chairperson Leilani Pearce (appointed Acting Chair in April 2016) 8 N/A N/A $0
    Director Wesley Aird 7 N/A N/A $0
    Director Leann Wilson 2 N/A N/A $0
    Director Wayne Coolwell 3 (until 30 November 2016) N/A N/A $0
    Director Terry Kearney 3 (until 30 November 2016) N/A N/A $0
    Director Chris Mangin 4 (until 30 November 2016) N/A N/A $0
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 8
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $0
    Queensland Music Festival Pty Ltd (QMF)
    Title Description
    Act or instrument Corporations Act 2001 (Cth)
    Functions QMF is committed to producing and promoting a biennial music festival that achieves both international excellence and accessibility for Queenslanders from all walks of life.
    Achievements Key achievements for 2016–17 include:
    • a total of 219 performances and workshops were presented to more than 11,554 people across Queensland, engaging 78 artists
    • 22 film scoring workshops were delivered to 18 schools and 428 students across Brisbane and regional Queensland through Score it! a statewide composition competition for secondary school students in Queensland
    • the Mount Isa Gala included two concerts, three workshops and attracted more than 900 attendees
    • the Cape York Instrumental Project workshops attracted 1920 attendees
    • Yarrabah Festival included 52 activities and attracted more than 4000 attendees.
    Note: 2016 was a non-festival year.
    Financial reporting QMF provides annual financial reports to the Queensland Parliament in accordance with Treasury policy. Arts Queensland conducts compliance checks to ensure accountability. Queensland Music Festival is exempt from audit by the Auditor-General under s30A of the Auditor-General Act 2009. The financial results are noted in the department’s financial statements.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chairperson Athol Young 9 N/A N/A $0
    Deputy Chairperson Rodney Wissler 8 N/A N/A $0
    Director Danielle Duell 10 N/A N/A $0
    Director Karen Hanna Miller 5 N/A N/A $0
    Director Alison Mobbs 10 N/A N/A $0
    Director Victoria Somlyay 8 N/A N/A $0
    Director Darren Busine (from March 2017) 5 N/A N/A $0
    Director Jim Reeves (from March 2017) 5 N/A N/A $0
    Director John Willsteed (from March 2017) 4 N/A N/A $0
    Director Cindy Shannon (from March 2017) 2 N/A N/A $0
    Director Dominic McGann (from March 2017) 3 N/A N/A $0
    Director Helen Gluer (did not seek reappointment; resigned 27 October 2016) 1 N/A N/A $0
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 10
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $0
    Major Brisbane Festivals Pty Ltd (MBF)
    Title Description
    Act or instrument Corporations Act 2001 (Cth)
    Functions MBF was created by the state government and the Brisbane City Council. The objects of the company are to create, produce and promote cultural festivals that showcase diverse artistic work and demonstrate artistic integrity, and to produce and deliver in Brisbane and South East Queensland inspiring and inclusive arts festivals.
    Achievements Key achievements for 2016–17 include:
    • attendance of more than 752,000
    • more than 234 free and ticketed performances, including Riverfire on 24 September 2016
    • 16 international productions, 3 Australian productions
    • five new commissions including Rainbow Vomit by Dancenorth, Troppo by Circa, and the La Boite and Opera Queensland production Snow White
    • 31 Queensland-based arts organisations were a part of the 2016 Festival, including Access Arts, La Boite, Circa, Dancenorth, Metro Arts, Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Brisbane Excelsior Band, Jazz Queensland and Belloo Creative
    • engaged more than 878 Queensland artists and arts workers.
    Financial reporting MBF provides annual financial reports to the Queensland Government. Arts Queensland conducts compliance checks to ensure accountability. Major Brisbane Festivals Pty Ltd is exempt from audit by the Auditor-General under s.30A of the Auditor-General Act 2009. The financial results are noted in the department’s financial statements.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chairperson Paul Spiro 10 N/A N/A $0
    Deputy Chairperson Philip Bacon AM (joint) 10 N/A N/A $0
    Director Michael Power (joint)
    (from November 2016)    		 3 N/A N/A $0
    Director Chris Tyquin (joint) 6 N/A N/A $0
    Director Simon Morrison (state)
    (from November 2016)    		 5 N/A N/A $0
    Director Alison Smith (state)
    (from November 2016)    		 6 N/A N/A $0
    Director Mandy Thomas (state)
    (from November 2016)    		 5 N/A N/A $0
    Director Amanda Newbery (BCC) 10 N/A N/A $0
    Director Ian Klug (BCC) 7 N/A N/A $0
    Director Cory Heathwood (BCC) 9 N/A N/A $0
    Director Peter Hyland
    (until 30 November 2016)    		 1 N/A N/A $0
    Director Anna Marsden
    (until 30 November 2016)    		 2 N/A N/A $0
    Director Ian Turner
    (until 30 November 2016)    		 4 N/A N/A $0
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 10
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $0
    Queensland Plan Ambassadors Council
    Title Description
    Act or instrument Queensland Plan Act 2014
    Functions The Queensland Plan Ambassadors Council (the Council) fosters community engagement and shared responsibility for achieving the long-term vision and goals of the Queensland Plan. Ambassadors on the Council serve as champions of the plan, keeping it visible and encouraging government, industry, business, community organisations and the general public to continue to strive towards its visions and goals.

    The Council has a number of key roles: advocacy and leadership, providing independent advice and monitoring progress towards the plan’s vision.
    Achievements In 2016–17, six new Ambassadors were appointed, providing a strong platform to support the Council’s ongoing work. The Council met five times in 2016–17, including regional meetings in Ipswich and Townsville. Achievements against the plan are outlined in the annual progress report.
    Financial reporting The Council’s costs are contained within the department’s financial statements.
    Remuneration
    Position Name Meetings / sessions attendance Approved annual, sessional or daily fee Approved subcommittee fees if applicable Actual fees received
    Chairperson The Hon. Tony McGrady 5 N/A N/A $0
    Deputy Chairperson Mark Henley 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Jordyn Archer 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Joel Buchholz 2 N/A N/A $0
    Member John Cole 4 N/A N/A $0
    Member Margaret de Wit 1 N/A N/A $0
    Member Daniel Gschwind 4 N/A N/A $0
    Member Ian Frazer 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Joanne Grainger 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Peter Hoj 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Kathy MacDermott 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Shelley Argent 4 N/A N/A $0
    Member Karen Tully 2 N/A N/A $0
    Member Leon Yeatman 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Kate Tully 3 N/A N/A $0
    Member Erin Faithful 1 N/A N/A $0
    Member Taj Pabari 0 N/A N/A $0
    Member Roger Scott 4 N/A N/A $0
    Member Allan Dale 2 N/A N/A $0
    Number of scheduled meetings/sessions 5
    Total out-of-pocket expenses $388

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    Last updated:
    15 February, 2018
    Last reviewed:
    30 January, 2018