Mr. Drew Harris:

I have no insight as to how many people have applied. I am not part of the selection process. I think in part that article might be somewhat speculative because in my experience - having run and been involved in other competitions around deputy commissioner and assistant commissioner posts - these competitions are treated with great confidentiality, as one would expect of a competition where personal information and careers are being pursued. I am not clear that is actually the stated interest in respect of the role of Commissioner. I can say it is a fantastic job and it has certainly been the privilege of my career to have had, in effect, seven years as Commissioner, which will be the total when I finish at the end of August. If asked about the job by individuals - and I have been asked - I have always said this is a fantastic opportunity and a fantastic privilege to undertake. I have always told people it is well worth doing despite the obvious difficulties and stresses encountered in such a role. It is hugely rewarding at the same time.