Introduction from the Chancellor

The new Strategic Plan 2012 – 2017 provides an excellent framework for new initiatives and those we have already seen launched in 2012. The approval by Senate of the Academic Restructure and the endorsement of the Murdoch Curriculum Commission White Paper are two key platforms for the realisation of the core priorities of the plan.

In the past year the University has also seen the beginnings of some exciting capital initiatives. The Murdoch Activity Centre
(MAC) Structure Plan was considered and endorsed, with the potential for a range of future educational and community activities within the precinct. In addition, the final stage of the St Ives Village development was approved for construction, adding to this already impressive retirement community. 

A new senior team came together at the beginning of the year, and are playing key roles in the operational implementation of the new strategic plan. They are a strong team with key skills and complementary individual talents who will be able to advance the core priorities and enabling strategies of the plan. The Senate fully endorsed the current initiatives, and look forward to reporting the progress against our new plan objectives to you at this time next year. 

I am pleased to report that Murdoch University has once again enjoyed student growth and research success, with a strong end of year financial result. I would like to record my appreciation of the professionalism and dedication of the staff who have contributed to this result. 

During the year, I was delighted when Senate reappointed me as Chancellor of the University for a further period. I remain committed to the University and  will look forward to this new and exciting period as the University heads towards its 40th year. 

Mr Terry Budge
Chancellor