The Infrastructure SA Board is an independent board that combines the expertise of the private and public sectors and is charged with overseeing the development of SA’s major infrastructure plans. The Board is comprised of four private sector representatives and three ex-officio public sector members and reports directly to the Premier of South Australia.

Anthony F Shepherd AO, Chair

Tony is Chair of Infrastructure SA, Bingo Industries Limited, and the Entertainment Quarter. He is a Director of Enviropacific Pty Ltd, Racing NSW and Virgin Australia International Holdings Limited.

Tony has had an extensive career in Australia and overseas in the private and public sectors. He pioneered private infrastructure with projects such as the Sydney Harbour Tunnel, Melbourne City Link and East Link.

Tony was the inaugural Chair of WestConnex and oversaw the listing of Transurban, Transfield Services and Connect East. He was also President of the Business Council of Australia, Chair of Macquarie Specialised Asset Management, VenuesNSW, Snowy Hydro Limited 2.0, GWS Giants, the National Commission of Audit and ASTRA (the subscription TV Association).

Tony is a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Patron of Infrastructure Partnerships Australia. Tony is also a life member of the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) and the Australian Football League (AFL).

This year Tony received the Outstanding Alumni Award from the University of Melbourne and in 2023 he became an Inductee in the Bradfield Hall of Fame.

In June 2012, Tony was named as an Officer of the Order of Australia.

David Reynolds PSM

In April 2024, David was announced as the Chief Executive of the newly created Department for Housing and Urban Development.

David is responsible for ensuring the delivery of the State Government's commitment to addressing the State's housing crisis by focusing on the delivery of services and policy that allow additional homes to be constructed as quickly as possible. David also develops strategy to ensure the management of the State's Planning System to support our growing population to maintain our lifestyle.

David has a demonstrated record of success in policy advice, financial management, and developing strong relations across government, industry, and community sector organisations.

David was the Chief Executive of the Department for Trade and Investment. He drove business investment in the State and facilitated trade in goods and services both interstate and internationally.

David was previously the Chief Executive of the Department of Treasury and Finance which included managing the state economy and budget through the global pandemic while continuing to invest in infrastructure and managing the State's credit rating.

David completed a Bachelor of Economics (Hons) from the University of Adelaide and in 2022, was awarded a Public Sector Medal for his outstanding contributions to economic and financial policy in South Australia.  He is also a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and also a National Fellow of the Institute of Public Administration Australia.

David is a passionate South Australian driven by helping to grow the South Australian economy through leading and collaborating within government and the private sector.

Robert Rust

Robert has spent the majority of his 45-year career working on major projects across the full range of delivery models for both the private and public sectors, including several public–private partnerships in the economic and social infrastructure sectors.

Robert’s public sector work includes roles as the inaugural Chief Executive of Health Infrastructure NSW and the Chief Operating Officer of the WestConnex Delivery Authority in Sydney. His private sector work includes landmark projects such as the Sydney Harbour Tunnel and Melbourne CityLink. He has been Bid Director on several major projects and brings a strong commercial and technical focus to project development and delivery, with a successful background in claims resolution.

Robert is Chair of Inland Rail Pty Ltd and a Director of Reliance Rail. He also conducts assurance and dispute resolution work for various state governments on major projects, including chairing the Independent Dispute Avoidance and Resolution Panel for City and South-West Metro and the Joint Project Committee's across all 3 Metro's in Sydney.

Robert studied civil engineering at the University of South Australia and obtained an MBA from the University of Technology Sydney. He is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Rick Persse AM

Rick Persse AM was appointed to lead the Department of the Premier and Cabinet in December 2024.

An accomplished public sector leader, Rick joins the department after a successful period from April 2022 as South Australia’s Under Treasurer leading the Department of Treasury and Finance.

Prior to Treasury, Rick was Chief Executive of the Department for Education for 6 years, after leading the Attorney-General’s Department for 4 years.

With expertise in policy and strategy development, transformation, public sector reform and major project delivery, Rick’s knowledge of public administration comes from an expansive career building and leading teams as an executive at a variety of South Australian central government agencies.

Prior to being appointed to the role of Chief Executive, Attorney-General’s Department, Rick worked with government and non-government clients as a Big 4 Consulting firm SA Government and Health Leader.

Rick has a Master of Business Administration from the University of Adelaide and a Graduate Certificate in Public Sector Management from Griffith University.

Tammie Pribanic

Tammie Pribanic was appointed Under Treasurer for the Department of Treasury and Finance in South Australia in December 2024. The first woman to hold this position.

With a career spanning over two decades in the public service, Tammie has demonstrated leadership and expertise in fiscal policy, financial management and policy development.

Tammie has held various roles within the Department, including within the South Australian Government Financing Authority, providing advice on diverse commercial and asset management matters and was appointed Executive Director of Budget Analysis and Performance in 2015. She also served as the Chief Operating Officer at the Department of Education before returning to Treasury and Finance as Deputy Under Treasurer in 2022.

Throughout her career, Tammie has been instrumental in driving key financial initiatives and reforms, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and the sustainability of South Australia's financial future.

Tammie holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Economics from the University of Adelaide.