Association Board Survey 2025 findings released
Associations Forum and Governology analysed the results of the 2025 Association Board Survey in which 344 associations took part.
The Association Board Survey, conducted annually since 2008, examines a number of trends in association governance and Board composition. This is the second year in which we have surveyed the UK therefore the report now provides the similarities and differences between associations…
College of Surgeons to mark 100 years in Melbourne
Melbourne will host the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) centenary celebrations in 2027, combining the celebrations with their Annual Scientific Congress.
The gathering is the largest multi‐disciplinary surgical meeting held in the Australasia region, bringing together 2,500 leading surgeon and health experts at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
“This city has been home to our RACS…
NRMA chief executive Rohan Lund to step down
Chair of the NRMA Board, Derek Stanwell, has announced today that after nearly a decade of leadership, the NRMA Group CEO Rohan Lund has resigned and will be leaving the organisation.Under Rohan’s guidance, the NRMA has evolved into…
Press Council appoints Dr Bronte Adams AM as its new Chair
The Australian Press Council has appointed Dr Bronte Adams AM as its new Chair, effective 1 December 2025.
Dr Adams brings a distinguished career in leadership, governance and public policy. A Rhodes Scholar and Member of the Order of Australia, she has worked across technology, innovation, education, telecommunications and the creative industries. She has held senior roles in government, was a consultant at McKinsey & Co, and is the founder of consulting firm Dandolo…
Victoria Tourism Industry Council announces new CEO
VTIC is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Patroni as its new Chief Executive Officer, commencing 11 August 2025. A long-standing VTIC member and former Board Director, Lisa brings an intimate understanding of the organisation’s mission and values, as well…
The State of Association Webinars: Finding the Right Rhythm
Our recent member event on digital learning revealed that the question of "how often should we host a webinar?" has no single answer, with associations adopting highly varied strategies for their virtual events.
Monthly is the Benchmark: The most common practice indicates an average frequency of monthly or a few times per month, equating to an annual volume of 12 to…
Association Board Survey 2025 findings now released
Associations Forum and Governology analysed the results of the 2025 Association Board Survey in which 344 associations took part.
The Association Board Survey, conducted annually since 2008, examines a number of trends in association governance and Board composition. This is the second year in which we have surveyed the UK therefore the report now provides the similarities and differences between associations…
Announcing the ADA NSW President and Vice-President 2025
The Australian Dental Association NSW is pleased to announce that at the Council meeting held on Friday, 26 September, the ADA NSW Council confirmed the appointment of Dr Mark Morrin as President and Dr Cathleen Dong as Vice-President of our Association. Dr Mark Morrin owns and operates a large private practice in Newcastle comprising of associate dentists, oral health therapists and hygienists. He has held several roles within ADA NSW including…
Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians appoints Sudi Sekhar as CEO
On behalf of the Board of Directors, we’re pleased to announce that Sudi Sekhar MBA, GAICD has been appointed as the College’s next CEO. Sudi brings over 15 years of leadership experience across purpose-driven and member-based organisations.
He is recognised for his ability to shape and implement strategy, forge…
Partner News: The Digital Imperative: Future-Proofing Associations Through Member-Centred Learning
Professional associations across Australia and New Zealand are at a crossroads. With membership attrition, competition for attention, and the demand for new revenue streams, associations are under pressure to innovate. The Digital Imperative, a new whitepaper from D2L, examines how associations can remain indispensable by delivering personalised, digital-first learning experiences.
According to Memberboat’s Association Sector Digital Maturity Survey, 65% of associations rank member…
Partner News: Everyone is a VIP - The Andrew Gaze MVP Awards Night
The NBL’s 2025 Andrew Gaze MVP Awards is Australian basketball’s “night of nights”. A long-standing annual event since its inception in 1979, The Andrew Gaze MVP Awards demands a night of glamour, prestige and exhilaration for its 46th year.
Situated in Australia’s home of sport, and intersected with a vibrant entertainment scene, Centrepiece leveraged these two key ingredients to create an iconic and unforgettable event.
