Coles Group has confirmed to Telum Media that Clive Mathieson will lead its corporate affairs function from 10 March as Group Corporate Affairs Officer. The appointment follows the winding down of strategic communications advisory firm, Cato & Clive Partners, at the end of February 2026, as reported on Telum, where he was a named partner since early 2020.
Clive brings more than 25 years’ experience to the role, having served as Chief of Staff to former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, following a career in the media that included senior positions at The Australian.
In an email to team members announcing the appointment, Coles CEO, Leah Weckert said: "Clive has deep experience across corporate affairs, government and media, with a career focused on high-profile stakeholder engagement and strategic communications.
"With his breadth of experience, Clive will help strengthen Coles by enhancing how we engage our people, partners and stakeholders."