Martin Parkinson
Martin Parkinson is a prominent Australian public servant who has served in high-level roles including Secretary of the Treasury and Secretary of the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet. He has been influential in shaping economic policy and governance in Australia, particularly in areas related to fiscal management and public administration. Recently, he was mentioned in discussions surrounding the need for reforms in the skills recognition system for migrants, emphasizing that improving this system is critical for enhancing productivity and addressing workforce shortages.
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Recent news mentions
Former Treasury head Martin Parkinson was part of the panel that compiled a shortlist of potential candidates for the board.
Economist who argued RBA must better explain interest rate decisions to join board
Australia· 2026-02-12
Martin Parkinson, a former departmental secretary, attended the event.
Official prime ministerial portrait by Jude Rae unveiled in Canberra alongside AlbaneseAustralia· 2025-11-27
Martin Parkinson is a former Treasury secretary and a member of the McKinnon Prize selection panel.
South Australian Premier wins McKinnon Prize for state political leadershipAustralia· 2025-10-09
Former Treasury and Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet secretary, Martin Parkinson, said fixing the qualification system was a political and economic no-brainer.
Productivity roundtable: Australians want Albanese to act now to fix the economyAustralia· 2025-08-18
