Lake Macquarie City Council will soon be searching for new leadership after CEO Morven Cameron announced she’ll step down next month after eight years at the helm.
Ms. Cameron, who has served the community for a total of 19 years in various roles, will conclude her tenure on September 12th, with Deputy CEO Tony Farrell stepping in as interim leader.
During her time as CEO, Cameron has been credited with guiding the city’s economic transition away from traditional mining and heavy industry toward a more diverse economy focused on services, hospitality, and innovation.
Lake Macquarie Mayor Adam Shultz praised Cameron’s leadership, noting her role in developing significant community facilities including the Fernleigh Awabakal Shared Track and Speers Point Variety Playground.
The widely-respected CEO, who received Business Hunter’s Business Leader of the Year award in 2019, says she plans to “stop, breathe and consider what opportunities might come next.”
The formal selection process for her replacement will begin following her departure next month.