Melbourne Recital Centre has announced Peter McMullin AM as its new Chair, succeeding Emeritus Professor Andrea Hull AO.
The Melbourne lawyer, businessman and philanthropist brings extensive experience across both public and private sectors to lead the renowned music venue’s board during an exciting period of development.
McMullin, who has been a board member since 2021, takes over from Hull who held the position for six years, guiding the organisation through significant challenges including the pandemic.
The appointment follows several other recent additions to the Melbourne Recital Centre board, including Kate Duncan, Mark Freeman, Anthony Cavanagh, and Andrew Apostola.
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Extensive background in arts and leadership
McMullin’s involvement in the arts extends far beyond his new role, having previously held significant board positions with organisations including:
- Melbourne International Comedy Festival
- Geelong Performing Arts Centre Trust
- Geelong Art Gallery
- Museums Board of Victoria
- Australian Chamber Orchestra
As current Chairman and Director of the McMullin Group, a private investment group, he also serves as President of the Confederation of Asia Pacific Chambers of Commerce and Industry, a position he has held since 2021.
His public service includes terms as both Mayor of the City of Greater Geelong and Deputy Mayor of the City of Melbourne, demonstrating his commitment to civic leadership.
Philanthropic vision
In 2019, McMullin founded the Good Business Foundation, which focuses on reducing inequality both within and between countries globally.
His philanthropic contributions include support for Science Gallery Melbourne and funding for the Peter McMullin Centre on Statelessness at Melbourne University Law School – the world’s first academic centre dedicated to this critical social issue.
Melbourne Recital Centre continues to be one of Australia’s premier destinations for live music, featuring two acoustically renowned performance spaces – Elisabeth Murdoch Hall and the more intimate Primrose Potter Salon.
The venue champions both local and international artists and ensembles, creating authentic and intimate live experiences while celebrating music in all its extraordinary forms.
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