ACNpA Board Nominations
As an ASIC-registered not-for-profit company, ACNpA has a Board of Directors. ACNpA's constitution requires directors to step down after two AGMs. This means four of the five current directors must step down. These directors can also nominate for re-election.
ACNpA is committed to renewal and a democratic process. As such, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to nominate to join our Board of Directors. As a cornerstone of our community, we rely on the guidance and governance of a strong board to further our three key activities: advocacy, promoting high clinical standards, and professional development.
Nominations are open to current financial ordinary members of ACNpA, and non-practising members who are eligible for ordinary membership, as required by the ACNpA constitution. Not a member yet but eligible and interested in serving? You're welcome to join ACNpA first, then nominate.
Thank you, Debbie
Our colleague, Debbie Anderson, stepped down from the Board in April 2026. Debbie had a formative role in ACNpA and was foundational in its conceptualisation and set-up. She contributed a monumental effort to organising our two (and coming up on three) highly successful conferences, setting up and managing our website, writing blogs and a newsletter, and shaping the processes and organisation of ACNpA. ACNpA would not be what it is today without Debbie, and we are forever indebted to her intellectual input and practical hard work. Thank you, Debbie.
The current board
Four board positions are vacant this year.
The current board members are:
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Amie Foran – responsible for Continuing Professional Development. Position open; will renominate.
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Jamie Berry – responsible for Membership. Position not open (not scheduled to step down).
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Leonie Simpson – Chair and responsible for Advocacy. Position open; will renominate.
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Stephen Bowden – responsible for Clinical Standards. Position open; will renominate.
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Yi Leng Fung – Company Secretary and Treasurer. Position open; will renominate.
Why join the ACNpA board?
Serving on the board is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in our community, shape our strategic direction, and develop your governance and leadership skills.
We are particularly seeking candidates with experience in:
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Professional development planning and implementation
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Advocacy
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Marketing and public relations
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Website management
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Financial management
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Setting and regulation of clinical competency standards
You may have skills in one or several of these areas.
Critical qualities we need in our directors are:
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Diverse viewpoints, life and work experiences
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Curiosity, an enquiring mind and an ability to respectfully speak up and ask questions
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An ability to work co-operatively, respect diverse opinions and reach consensus on key issues
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A personal commitment to ACNpA's aims and a willingness to work to achieve ACNpA's objectives
What's involved
Board members hold a position of trust and responsibility. Before you nominate, it's important to be aware of the roles and responsibilities of directors:
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Directors must be registered with ASIC and have legal responsibilities in line with this.
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Directors must:
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attend board meetings (held at least every two months)
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attend an annual governance meeting
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commit to reading board papers before meetings
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make decisions and take actions to progress the ACNpA strategic plan
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Each director of ACNpA is responsible for one of ACNpA's key activity areas by chairing a relevant committee, including holding regular meetings for that committee. Committee terms of reference are available on request from contact@acnpa.com.au.
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Directors must sign the ACNpA Director Code of Conduct and agree to act in accordance with the Board Governance Charter.
You can download our Strategic Plan, Board Governance Charter (includes the Code of Conduct) and Nomination Form below.
Nominations timeline
Nominations open
The call for nominations is announced to all members by email and on this page. Nominations open on 24th August 2026.
Nominations close
Completed nomination forms and supporting documents must be received by 17:00 AEST on 25th September 2026.
Candidate statements viewable
If positions are contested (more nominations than positions), candidate statements will be posted on this website (viewable by members only) after the closing date until voting closes.
Voting online
Where more than one nomination is received for a board position, online voting will occur via a third-party election system called ElectionBuddy. All ordinary members at the close of nominations will be eligible to vote. Members will receive an email link to vote and will be able to cast one vote on each contested position. Members can allocate a proxy vote if they wish. Voting will occur between 09:00 AEDT on Sunday 4th October and 17:00 AEDT on Saturday 17th October.
Confirmation at the AGM
At the Annual General Meeting, a vote will be held on the proposal to accept the results of the online vote. Newly elected directors will be confirmed and take office at the AGM. The AGM will occur at 16:30 AEDT on 22nd October 2026 at Rydges Sydney Central (at the conference).
How to nominate
Nominating is straightforward. All nominations must include:
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a completed Nomination Form (including another ACNpA member's seconding of your nomination)
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a current CV
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a brief candidate statement (max 250 words) outlining your suitability and interest in the role
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confirmation of your areas of skill and expertise that fit with the required board skills mix
Check your eligibility
Confirm you're a current financial ordinary member (or a non-practising member eligible for ordinary membership), that you or your nominee are willing to stand, and that you are not ineligible to be a company director under ASIC regulations.
Read the role and documents
Review the board role description and governance documents below so you understand what's involved in becoming a director.
Submit your nomination online
Submit the Nomination Form (download below), your CV and your candidate statement (max 250 words on who you are and why you'd like to serve), and confirm your relevant skill set via the following link: https://forms.gle/RA2irCAcVVDRdJcX9
Meet the deadline
Submit by the closing date, 17:00 AEST on 25th September 2026. You'll receive confirmation that your nomination has been received.
Relevant documents to review
Some important documents you need to understand the role and the process are below. For further information, or to arrange a discussion about the role with the ACNpA Chair, Leonie Simpson, please email contact@acnpa.com.au.
Submit your nomination (with the required documents) through the following link https://forms.gle/RA2irCAcVVDRdJcX9
Frequently asked questions
Who can nominate?
Any current financial ordinary member (or non-practising member eligible for ordinary membership) can nominate themselves or another eligible member (with that person's consent). Student, associate/registrar and international affiliate members are not eligible to stand under the constitution.
Do I need to be nominated by someone else?
A nomination requires a seconder, and both nominee and seconder must be members. You can nominate yourself with a colleague seconding.
How much time does being a director take?
Directors attend board meetings at least every two months (usually by video, for around 1.5 hours) and need to read the associated board papers before meetings. They contribute to portfolio or committee work between meetings, which usually includes a committee meeting between board meetings. The role is voluntary and unpaid.
What happens after I submit my nomination?
You'll receive confirmation of receipt. If the number of nominees exceeds the positions available, candidate statements will be published on this website for members to read. Members will vote online, with the vote outcome confirmed at the AGM.
Can I withdraw my nomination?
Yes. Contact Yi Leng Fung, ACNpA Company Secretary and Treasurer, via contact@acnpa.com.au to withdraw your nomination.
What if I have other questions?
Contact Yi Leng Fung, ACNpA Company Secretary and Treasurer, at contact@acnpa.com.au to ask other questions of the board, or contact board members separately for specific questions about portfolio areas.