Royce joined Chemistry Australia in January 2024 as Director Skills Policy and Programs.  Royce is also the Executive Officer of the Australia New Zealand Industrial Gas Association (ANZIGA).

Royce has diverse experience having worked in the transport sector, as a political adviser and early in his career in the aviation and banking sectors.

Previous roles include Senior Government Relations Specialist at VicTrack, Group General Manager Government Relations at Toll and Senior Policy Advisor to Victoria Premiers Ted Baillieu and Denis Napthine and other Ministers/Shadow Ministers.

Royce has been a Director of the Australian Logistics Council, and he holds a Bachelor of Science (Mathematics).

Australia New Zealand Industrial Gas Association (ANZIGA)

Bernard joined the Association in September 2015 and is Director Net Zero Transition and Policy.  His role is national, encompassing engagement with federal and state governments, and other stakeholders on policy issues impacting the Australian chemistry industry.

Bernard worked as Industry and Government Affairs Manager with Nufarm for 12 years. Prior to that he worked for Deloitte (as Principal Indirect Tax), the Australian Customs Service and the World Customs Organisation in Belgium.

Bernard has formal qualifications in law and taxation and he was admitted as a Barrister to the Supreme Court of NSW in 1991.
 
Bernard is a passionate advocate on behalf of the Australian chemistry industry, with extensive government networks and experience dealing with regulatory matters.

Australian Paint Manufacturer’s Federation (APMF)

Peter joined the Association in 2001.  As Director Circular Economy and Future Industries, Peter is responsible for supporting industry growth, diversity and competitiveness through strategy, policy and his role as Secretariat lead for the Plastics Council.

He provides specialist policy and technical advice for, and on, the chemistry industry, plastics and emerging industries.  As the Chemistry Australia Company Secretary, he provides advice to the Board and CEO on strategy, governance, risk and industry development.

Peter represents Chemistry Australia members on the Australian Academy of Science National Committee for Chemistry, the Green Chemical Futures Board, the Victorian Centre for Sustainable Chemical Manufacturing Board, the Chemical and Plastics Manufacturing Innovation Network Board and the Global Plastics and Environment network.  Peter is also a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Peter has a diverse background with more than 37 years experience in the automotive, materials handling, industrial and agricultural film, association management and emergency services sectors. During this time his responsibilities have included: manufacturing engineering; marketing and sales; plant management; environment, health and safety, research and development, recycling, national issues management and strategic development.  In addition to his industry work, Peter is an officer and operational firefighter with the Country Fire Authority.

Matthew was appointed CEO in April 2026.

Matthew was previously the Vice President Global External Affairs at Dyno Nobel (formerly Incitec Pivot) and joins Chemistry Australia with more than 25 years of leadership experience in Corporate Affairs, Communications, Media, and Government & Industry Relations.

In his role as Vice President Global External Affairs at Dyno Nobel Limited and Group Vice President at Incitec Pivot Limited, he guided the company through major transformations and high-profile projects in Australia, the United States and Europe.

Matthew has held senior roles across corporate (ASX100), government and industry, delivering results in complex, high-stakes environments.