Member Update: Changes to ADF Board

ADF defers President election 

Australian Dairy Farmers (ADF) held its annual meeting on Friday 1st December, to elect a President of the ADF Board and National Council.

Two nominees were received for existing Board members Ben Bennett and Rick Gladigau. Voting was conducted by an independent voting manager and returning officer from Vero Voting.

After presentations by both candidates, the voting resulted in a deadlocked position.

Given the seriousness with which ADF takes the appointment of its President and Chair, ADF Board and National Council have deferred voting until a later date (to be confirmed). 

Deputy President Heath Cook is Acting President and Chair of ADF.

ADF calls for expressions of interest for Independent Director  

Australian Dairy Farmers (ADF) is calling for expressions of interest to fill a casual vacancy position on the Board of Independent Director. 

ADF is seeking to appoint a highly experienced director who brings outstanding governance experience in the not-for-profit space; broad networks beyond the dairy industry and one who has networks and insight to government and the agricultural policy environment.

The appointment will be made by the Directors of the ADF Board, prior to Tuesday, 12 December 2023. 

The position is being advertised here: https://www.governanceinstitute.com.au/membership/member-benefits/career-opportunities/current-paid-opportunities