GS1 Australia and the Drinks Association have announced a new strategic partnership to drive industry standards development and adoption to improve business and supply chain efficiency in the drinks industry.Maria Palazzolo, GS1 Australia’s Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer said, “We are delighted to be working with the Drinks Association for the benefit of members, many of whom have membership in both organisations. Through this partnership, we have a much…

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An accomplished company director with significant experience in the not-for-profit sector will help lead Australia’s occupational therapists through a period of rapid change it was announced today.Ms Samantha Hunter will commence work as the Chief Executive Officer of Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) on 13 September, OTA President Dr Angela Berndt said.“As a senior leader, Samantha has overseen significant strategic growth across a diverse range of entities including…

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The Northern Territory Cattlemen’s Association (NTCA) has announced Ashley Manicaros as its new Chief Executive Officer following an extensive recruitment process. Mr Manicaros is the current Business Editor at the NT News. He is a long-time Territorian with an in-depth knowledge of the Territory, its industry and its ambitions. NTCA President Chris Nott said the appointment was made from a strong field of applicants for the role. “Ashley is widely known for his work at…

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 The Swimming Pool & Spa Association of Victoria (SPASA Vic) Board has announced the appointment of Chris Samartzis to the position of CEO.  Chris has been the General Manager of VANA Ltd, the peak industry body for Victorian Newsagents, since 2015. During his time with VANA, Chris oversaw the development and growth of other VANA subsidiaries, Nparcel and Nadvert, which have a national footprint with…

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Lung Foundation Australia, the peak body working to improve lung health and reduce the impact of lung disease in Australia, has today announced the appointment of Mr Mark Brooke as the new Chief Executive Officer. Mark Brooke is a trusted, respected leader with over 27 years of executive experience leading a diverse range of not for profit organisations, including HeartKids, Asthma Australia and Playgroup Queensland. He is well known for his focus on leading consumer-centric and sustainable…

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The National Oncology Alliance will champion a health system that keeps up with science to provide all cancer patients with the treatment, support and care they deserve, and can afford. Access to treatment shouldn’t be determined by bank balances: A new survey of Australian Oncologists has found major problem with access to cancer medicines; that over 6,000 Australians are unable to afford the…

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The Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA WA) has announced the resignation of CEO Allison Hailes. “Allison has been integral to UDIA’s continued success and growth as the leading organisation representing the property development industry in Western Australia,” UDIA WA President Nick Allingame said. “Allison has been an excellent ambassador for the development industry in her ability to build relationships across the spectrum…

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The Australian Primary Principals Association (APPA) announced today that Tasmanian principal, Malcolm Elliott, would become its new president from January 2019. Mr Elliott replaces Dennis Yarrington, who will finish his term as President after leading the association over the past four years. Mr Elliott, currently President of the Tasmanian Principals Association, was elected unopposed by the national, state and territory sector principals’ associations that make up the Australian Primary…

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Screenrights Chair Jill Bryant announced today that she had received Chief Executive Simon Lake’s resignation. “It is with great reluctance that we’ve accepted Simon’s decision to resign to address a serious health issue.” During Simon’s two decades as leader, Screenrights has developed into a highly respected company which last year paid over 40 million dollars to rightsholders, with over 4,000 members in 60 countries. Screenrights has also built a range of innovative services that promote…

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The President of registered charity The Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL National), Mr Robert Dick, resigned at the charity's board meeting on Thursday 19 July.Mr Dick's final day as President and Chair of the RSL National Board was Thursday 19 July.The announcement comes amid the ACNC’s investigation into RSL National, which was confirmed by the ACNC Commissioner, the Hon Dr Gary Johns, in February this year. Mr Dick’s decision to resign from RSL…

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