City Renewal Authority CEO Malcolm Snow at the Ngamawari naming ceremony.
The Chief Executive of the ACT Government’s City Renewal Authority, Malcolm Snow, will retire in June 2024. He has decided to step down from his full-time role as CEO of the Authority after five decades of working in the built environment field.
The Authority’s Board thanks Mr Snow for more than six years of outstanding service.
During his time with the Authority, Mr Snow has led the formulation and implementation of the successful City Precinct Renewal Program which is transforming central Canberra, attracting new investment and strengthening the primacy of the City Centre as the heart and soul of the National Capital.
Key renewal initiatives implemented under Mr Snow's leadership have included further stages of the Acton Waterfront project, upgrades of the city centre’s public realm and its activation, and his instigation of the Canberra Civic and Cultural District concept.
Prior to taking up his role as the inaugural CEO of the Authority in 2017 Malcolm was the CEO of Southbank Corporation in Brisbane, the CEO of the National Capital Authority and a Director of international advisory firm URBIS.
The Authority will now commence the recruitment of a new CEO to lead the organisation.
Quotes attributable to Authority Chair Christine Covington:
"Malcolm Snow's leadership as the inaugural CEO of the City Renewal Authority has been pivotal in shaping Canberra's City Centre into a dynamic and inclusive urban precinct.
“His commitment to increasing the visibility of Ngunnawal culture, prioritising people-focused design, and promoting active transport will have a lasting impact on Canberra’s community.
"Malcolm's vision and leadership have brought national recognition to the City Renewal Authority through transformative projects like Haig Park's renewal, the development of Acton Waterfront, Henry Rolland Park, and the greening of City Walk.
"Malcolm has established an organisation of high repute and regard. He has built a culture which is not just strong and positive, but one that is values-driven, which is a source of pride for the Board. He leaves behind a solid foundation for his successor to build upon.
"The Authority extends its deepest gratitude to Mr. Snow. We wish him all the best in his future endeavours and are committed to continuing the legacy of excellence he has established."
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