The Government has announced that former Tax Commissioner, Mr Michael Carmody, announced his retirement from the Commonwealth Public Service on 24 August 2012. At his retirement, Mr Carmody was the CEO of the Australian Customs Service. Mr Carmody’s public service career commenced in 1968 and he was appointed Tax Commissioner in 1993, a position he held for 13 years. As Commissioner, Mr Carmody oversaw the introduction of GST, a modernisation of the tax system and improved engagement with the community.
In 2005, Mr Carmody was awarded the Order of Australia in recognition of his contribution to public service tax administration. In January 2006, Mr Carmody was appointed CEO of the Australian Customs Service. He also served as a member of the Board of the Australian Crime Commission.
Source: Minister for Home Affairs’ media release, 24 August 2012
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