Tony Shepherd AO

Tony is Chairman of Infrastructure SA and the Entertainment Quarter. He is a Director of Enviropacific Pty Ltd, Racing NSW and Virgin Australia International Holdings Limited. He also serves as a Member of the Veolia Australia & New Zealand Advisory Committee and is a Member of the Business Council of Australia.

Over a distinguished career in both the private and public sectors, in Australia and overseas, Tony has been at the forefront of nation-shaping infrastructure. He pioneered private infrastructure investment in Australia, helping to deliver landmark projects including the Sydney Harbour Tunnel, Melbourne City Link and East Link.

Tony was the inaugural Chairman of WestConnex and oversaw the successful listing of Transurban, Transfield Services and Connect East. His leadership experience extends across a wide range of industries and organisations, having served as President of the Business Council of Australia, Chairman of Macquarie Specialised Asset Management, Chairman of Venues NSW, Snowy Hydro 2.0, Bingo Industries, Chairman of GWS Giants, the National Commission of Audit and ASTRA.

He is a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and Patron of Infrastructure Partnerships Australia, as well as a Life Member of both the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) and the Australian Football League (AFL).

Tony’s contributions have been widely recognised. In 2024, he received the Outstanding Alumni Award from the University of Melbourne, and in 2023, he was inducted into the Bradfield Hall of Fame. In June 2012, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia.