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The Steering Committee has been instrumental in establishing the WA Agricultural Research Collaboration and overseeing effective decision-making, strategic direction, and accountability.

It has also shaped WAARC priorities, reviewed project proposals, ensured efficient use of resources, and fostered collaboration and communication among partners.

Steering Committee members include:

  • Cec McConnell (Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Deputy Director General – Primary Industries Development)
  • Dr Michael Robertson (CSIRO Director Agriculture and Food)
  • Peter Roberts (Grower Group Alliance Chair)
  • Professor Melinda Fitzgerald (Curtin University Deputy Vice Chancellor – Research)
  • Professor Peter Eastwood (Murdoch University Deputy Vice Chancellor – Research and Innovation)
  • Professor Anna Nowak (The University of Western Australia Deputy Vice Chancellor – Research)