Julie Bishop resigns as Australian National University chancellor

Former foreign minister steps down early as finance minister Katy Gallagher says embattled institution must continue ‘rebuilding trust and confidence’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The former foreign minister Julie Bishop has tendered her resignation from the position of chancellor at Australian National University (ANU). Bishop tendered her resignation yesterday evening, a spokesperson for ANU said. The university’s council has agreed that its pro-chancellor, Dr Larry Marshall, will act in her role until a permanent appointment is made independently, in line with recommendations from the university regulator. “In her six years in the role and through her advocacy, the Hon. Julie Bishop has raised the University’s profile domestically and internationally and strengthened global connections, including during the COVID pandemic,” the spokesperson said in a statement, thanking her for her contributions. “The Council is committed to providing a new period of strong and positive governance and leadership … [and] restoring the University’s reputation with our community.” The finance minister, Katy Gallag