Griffith City Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Grant as its new General Manager following the announcement of Council’s long-serving and highly respected General Manager Brett Stonestreet to retire later this year.

Mr Grant brings over 14 years of leadership experience across the Local Government, not-for-profit and private sectors to his new role in Griffith. This experience includes the position of Director City Lifestyles at Campbelltown City Council, as well as Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO with Cricket Australia and Chief Operating Officer with Hyundai Motor Company Australia.

Griffith Mayor, Councillor Doug Curran said, while it was a highly competitive field, Council was delighted that Mr Grant was determined as their preferred candidate at the Ordinary Council meeting on 19 June 2025.

“We’re very pleased to have Mr Grant joining us as General Manager,” said Mayor Curran.

“I look forward to working very closely with Scott on projects and priorities our community has told us are important to them.” 

“The depth of his knowledge, proven leadership skills and community-focused approach will be an asset to Griffith as we continue to grow and evolve.”

Mr Grant said he is looking forward to stepping into the role.

“I am genuinely excited about the prospect of contributing to the continued success of Griffith City Council and working closely with the team, the Councillors and the community to help shape a strong and sustainable future for our diverse City,” Mr Grant said.

“Griffith has a strong reputation and great potential, and I look forward to building on that.”

The offer has been accepted, and Council is now progressing through the required regulatory processes, with the contract expected to be signed within the next fortnight.

Following the completion of the contract process, Mr Grant will commence in the role on 25 August 2025 under a 5-year Performance Based Contract.