The Premier of Western Australia, the Hon Roger Cook has announced the appointment of Leon McIvor as Director General of the new Department of Housing and Works, commencing 1 July 2025.
Currently the Deputy Director General – Housing and Homelessness at the Department of Communities, Leon brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role including delivering more than 3,000 new social homes since 2021–2022, which makes him well-placed to lead the new Department.
Leon is one of five new senior appointments announced by the Premier, including Joann Wilkie who will commence in the role of Under Treasurer, and Chair of the Western Australian Treasury Corporation, from 4 August 2025.
Joining from NSW Treasury, Joann has served as Deputy Secretary of the Economic Strategy and Productivity Group since 2019 and brings over 20 years of experience in the Australian Public Service. She will be the first female Under Treasurer in Western Australia.
To read more about these appointments, please refer to the Premier’s media statement.
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