Reappointed on 18 February 2022 for a second three year term until 20 March 2025.

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About Shane

Dr Simpson has more than 30 years’ experience in the arts and law, specialising in intellectual property. He is currently special counsel of Simpsons Solicitors and founded the Arts Law Centre of Australia. He has served as the Chair of the Bundanon Trust Board and as a member of the Australian National Maritime Museum Council. Dr Simpson was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his service to the law and arts in 2011.

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