Sydney Opera House chief departs, she would like to thank ... Alan Jones

Louise Herron AM stepped down as CEO of the Sydney Opera House on Thursday after 14 years in the role. She will soon join the University of Sydney as a vice-chancellor’s fellow to support the university’s focus on “leadership for good.” In her farewell, Herron described years of building work, including the new loading dock, completed by removing sandstone equivalent to 25 Olympic swimming pools without the structure moving. She also referenced additional NSW government funding of $120 million to repair the undercroft areas and upgrades across the Drama Theatre, Studio and Playhouse. Herron highlighted improvements to venues such as the Concert Hall and Joan Sutherland Theatre, alongside accessibility efforts.