Ms Hughes is an experienced non-executive director, holding board and committee roles across a portfolio, including the Victorian Department of Health, SuniTAFE and Lower Murray Water. She also holds committee roles with two Commonwealth regulators, Comcare and the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority. Prior to embarking on a governance career, Kate held executive roles in risk management, governance and compliance across sectors, including financial services, agribusiness, fast moving consumer goods, telecommunications, and tertiary education. Her private sector experience includes regulatory experience at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission and NSW Treasury. She is Chair of the Risk and Compliance Committee and member of the Governance and Transformation Sub-Committee.