Mr Kris returned to the Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) for his third term as Member for St Paul's community. Mr Kris was elected as the Chairperson by the TSRA Board which brings him into his second term as the Chairperson of the TSRA.

Mr Kris aims to continue achieving real and measurable outcomes for the people of the Torres Strait region by working cooperatively with Commonwealth, State and Local government agencies, including the three regional Councils in the Torres Strait.

Indigenous ownership of fisheries is a key area that Mr Kris believes is critical to improving good economic outcomes for the region. Two other focus areas for Mr Kris are increased tourism opportunities and Indigenous home ownership.

Each year, the Chairperson, provides an overview to the Minister and public on the challenges and achievements experienced by the TSRA. To view his latest review, click here, Chairperson's Report.