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COSBOA thanks outgoing CEO Luke Achterstraat

After a successful two and half years in the role, the CEO of the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) Luke Achterstraat has notified the Board of his resignation. Mr… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2025/cosboa-thanks-outgoing-ceo-luke-achterstraat.html)

Australian Sailing celebrates 75th Anniversary

  On this day 75 years ago, the Australian Yachting Federation (later Australian Sailing) became the first governing body for the sport of sailing in Australia when it held its… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2025/australian-sailing-celebrates-75th-anniversary.html)

Geospatial Council of Australia enters Liquidation

The Geospatial Council of Australia (GCA) has officially entered liquidation, with the process commencing on Thursday, 21 August. The announcement marks the end of a challenging… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2025/geospatial-council-of-australia-enters-liquidation.html)

New APNA CEO Dr Stephen Duns to champion primary health care nurses

The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) has today announced the appointment of Dr Stephen Duns as the new Chief Executive Officer, commencing Monday, 29 September. Stephen brings… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2025/new-apna-ceo-dr-stephen-duns-to-champion-primary-health-care-nurses.html)

Celebrating 100 Years of the Australian Dental Industry Association

In 2025, the Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA) proudly celebrates 100 years of supporting and shaping the dental industry. Since 1925, ADIA has championed innovation,… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2025/celebrating-100-years-of-the-australian-dental-industry-association.html)

MGA Independent Retailers Appoints Martin Stirling as New CEO

MGA Independent Businesses Australia has today announced the appointment of Martin Stirling as its new Chief Executive Officer. Martin has been part of MGA Independent Businesses… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2025/mga-independent-retailers-appoints-martin-stirling-as-new-ceo.html)

Troy Williams resigns as CEO of the National Farmers’ Federation

The National Farmers’ Federation Board wish to advise Troy Williams has tendered his resignation as CEO. The Board has accepted his decision, which was made for personal reasons.… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2025/troy-williams-resigns-as-ceo-of-the-national-farmers’-federation.html)

David Clerk steps down as CEO of Master Builders Tasmania

On behalf of the Board and membership of Master Builders Tasmania, sincere thanks are extended to Dave for his outstanding leadership and contribution over the past eighteen months. Dave… More details

(Full details: https://associations.net.au/news/sector-news/2025/david-clerk-departs-from-master-builders-tasmania.html)

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