Australia’s Regional Education Commissioner, the Hon Fiona Nash.
Photo: The Hon Fiona Nash
Australia’s Regional Education Commissioner is the Hon Fiona Nash. Ms Nash was appointed by the Australian Government in December 2021 for an initial three-year term to support Australians living in regional, rural and remote communities access education. The Commissioner was reappointed by the Australian Government in November 2024.
Ms Nash has an ongoing commitment to regional Australia and an enduring interest in regional education, with strong links to the education sector. She is a champion for regional, rural and remote education, working with stakeholders and governments so all Australians can access a high-quality education, regardless of where they live.
Participation, attainment and completion in all levels of education can be more difficult the further people live from major cities. As Commissioner, Ms Nash aims to bridge this gap and address the disparity in education outcomes.
Ms Nash has previously represented New South Wales in the Senate from 2005 to 2017, holding several ministerial roles including Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Regional Communications and Shadow Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Education.
Ms Nash continues to play an important role in delivering on the Government’s commitment to improve outcomes for students from early childhood education and care through to schools and tertiary education, no matter where they live.