CANBERRA, ACT, Sept. 13 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release:

The Albanese Government is pleased to announce Ms Melissa Doyle AM as the new Chair of the National Australia Day Council Board.

Ms Doyle has had a distinguished career as a television presenter, author and journalist, with more than 30 years of experience.

In the 2016 Australia Day Honours List, Ms Doyle was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia, recognising her significant service to the community through roles with a range of charities and in broadcast media.

Ms Doyle is a Director of the Greater Western Sydney Giants Football Club, and former Chairperson and Director of the GIANTS Foundation.

She is currently champion for Australia...