Reserve Bank veteran Michele Bullock becomes first woman governor, replacing Philip Lowe
- Written by Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

The government has appointed Michele Bullock the new governor of the Reserve Bank – the first woman to occupy the post.
Bullock, currently deputy governor, replaces Philip Lowe, who has weathered strong criticism, including from within Labor, during sustained rises in interest rates.
Bullock’s appointment was announced...
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