New South Wales Minister for Better Regulation Matt Kean

New South Wales Fair Trading Commissioner Announced

Victor P Taffa

Minister for Better Regulation Matt Kean today announced the appointment of Rose Webb as the new Commissioner for New South Wales Fair Trading.

Minister Kean said Ms. Webb has an extensive background working at senior levels across both regulatory and enforcement agencies.

“I’m so excited to announce Rose Webb as the new Fair Trading Commissioner.” Minister Kean said.

“She is an exceptional individual with a wealth of knowledge and experience at the highest levels of government, both in Australia and overseas.”

Minister Kean said the new Commissioner had been working as Senior Executive Director and then Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong’s Competition Commission for the past 3 years.

“She has also served in leadership roles at the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission; the then Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities; and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.” Minister Kean said.

“Ms. Webb shares my passion for putting consumers first, and cracking down on shonky operators across this state.”

“Under her leadership, New South Wales Fair Trading will continue to be one of the most trusted and reliable government agencies in the country.”

In addition to the Commissioner role, Ms. Webb will lead the Department of Finance, Services and Innovation’s Better Regulation Division, which includes SafeWork NSW.

Minister Kean said Fair Trading Week also kicks off today, with more than 50 community events planned across New South Wales.

“This includes ‘Shred and Protect’ days in Chatswood and Penrith that raise public awareness about identity theft by inviting consumers to destroy confidential documents in a mobile shredding truck.” Minister Kean said.

“As many as 5 % of Australians fall victim to identity crime every year, losing a total of about $2.2 Billion. That’s why we’re urging consumers to protect their identity by shredding old bills, bank statements and insurance policies.”

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(NSW)             New South Wales