For the first time, the peak scientific bodies from Australia and the USA have struck a partnership to facilitate better cooperation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Science & Technology Australia (STA) and the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) have today pledged to combine their voices to enhance the role of STEM on the global…

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Master Builders Executive Director, Michael McLean, has announced his intention to retire at the end of December this year. Mr McLean commenced his employment with the Master Builders Association in August 1983 as its Industrial Relations Manager and was appointed Executive Director in September 1996 when his predecessor, the late Harvey McLeod, retired. Mr McLean said that his pending retirement from his current position was the culmination of a three-year exit strategy which Master…

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The Australian Association of Gerontology (AAG) and Aged & Community Services Australia (ACSA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) enabling future collaboration to advance the understanding and experience of ageing in Australia. The MoU between AAG and ACSA facilitates the sharing of organisational knowledge and expertise to support evidence-informed approaches to improving aged care practice. In a practical sense the MoU means that AAG and…

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The ASA Board has announced the appointment of their new Chief Executive Officer Jodie Long, effective Monday 26 March 2018. Jodie is a highly accomplished executive healthcare leader with over 25 years’ experience in the allied health sector. She has the ideal mix of both business and clinical experience, plus the drive to take the ASA to the next level of growth and operational excellence for our members.

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Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), Mr Graham Catt, has announced that he will be moving on from the AVA to a new role as CEO of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA). AVA President, Paula Parker, acknowledged Mr Catt’s achievements, saying he has shown strong leadership of the organisation. “The Board congratulates Graham for his effective and strategic leadership of the AVA and his commitment to our profession over many years. I’m sure…

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The Australian Sporting Goods Association has thanked Shannon Walker for his six years at the helm as Executive Director, after accepting his resignation to pursue a new career opportunity. ASGA Board President, Andrew Reed, said “On behalf of the Board and all ASGA members, I’d like to sincerely thank…

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CPA Australia has announced Andrew Hunter as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr Hunter will start with the organisation on 3 April 2018. CPA Australia President and Chairman, Peter Wilson AM said Mr Hunter was chosen by the Board from an excellent short list of four men and four women selected from Australia and overseas. “The new Board has been working to appoint the right person to take CPA Australia forward and we believe…

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Two of the leading organisations representing dental product manufacturers and suppliers will sign a cooperative agreement this week. The Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA) and the British Dental Industry Association (BDIA) have enjoyed a close working relationship for more than fifty years and this will be cemented through a new framework for information sharing and cooperation on issues of mutual interest. “The dental industry in Australia and Britain jointly understand…

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SPASA Victoria has announced the resignation of of CEO Brendan Watkins.  In a statement SPASA Victoria President, Cliff Cooke said Brendan has been with SPASA Victoria for the past twelve years and has done an outstanding job of guiding and growing the association under his leadership. During this time, he has been instrumental in making many significant industry achievements which are a direct result…

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The Boating Industry Association (BIA) has announced that Howard Glenn has left the organisation to explore new ventures and projects. Howard Glenn has completed his change-management role as CEO, having brought together the three state Associations of NSW, SA and QLD, plus sector associations Houseboat Hirers Association (HHA) and the Charter Vessels Association (CVA). Howard had a strategy to achieve within a three-year term, and has left having…

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After nearly two years driving the rapid growth of Australia’s fintech industry, Danielle Szetho has announced her resignation as CEO of FinTech Australia. FinTech Australia has now begun the search for a new CEO, while at the same time appointing Sarah Worboys as interim CEO from 19 March while the recruitment process is underway. “It has been an honour and a privilege to have served Australia’s fintech industry as its inaugural industry association CEO, and to have been part of…

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