Director retirement – Rob Pascoe
After 15 years of service as a Director on the Board of the Sydney Swans, Rob Pascoe has announced his intention to retire at the upcoming AGM.
With a record of more than 300 games including two premierships from five Grand Final appearances, Rob has been involved with the club over such an important and successful period in its history.
On behalf of the Board, our members and more than one million supporters, I wish to thank Rob for making available to our club his passion, commitment and expertise over such a long period of time. It is people like Rob who make our club so great. He has played a key role in driving the continued growth and consistent success of the club, while always maintaining our present and future only have meaning if our history, dating as far back as 1867 and the important adopting of the South Melbourne name in 1874, is remembered, honoured and celebrated. Rob has been the embodiment of the spirit behind our Grand Final banner of 2005 statement: “Two Cities, One Team, Together Living the Dream”.
Rob will also retire from the following four sub-committees: Audit and Risk (of which he was Chair), Remuneration, Membership and Fan Engagement and Culture and Heritage.
We wish Rob and his family all the best and look forward to seeing them regularly into the future.
As a consequence of Rob’s retirement, we now call for nominations from eligible members who wish to stand for election.
The process involves eligible ordinary or Life Members advising they wish to stand for election accompanied by nominations from two eligible members. Nominations must be received before December 16, 2019. The formal process for nomination and election is outlined on the formal Member Election Notice which accompanies this letter.
An important consideration for the Board is the balance of skills, experience and personal networks that any individual Director will bring to the Board as a whole. I believe a significant element of success of our club has been the stability and sense of common purpose and unity the board has exhibited over many years. It is also important the Board has the benefit of appropriate diversity of gender, background and life experience. That said, it is a matter for members to elect a person who embodies the qualities that resonate with them and can also be additive and provide a point of difference to the Board.
If any member wishes to enquire regarding the election process and expectations of a Director I would be happy to speak with them. I can be contacted via email at PridhamA@sydneyswans.com.au.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors.
Yours sincerely
Andrew Pridham AO
Chairman
Sydney Swans Limited
ABN 48 063 349 708
2020 Member Election Notice
Notice is given that:
- There will be a vacancy in one of the two Elected Director positions on the Board of the Sydney Swans due to the retirement of Mr Rob Pascoe at the 2020 AGM.
- Therefore, nominations of candidates to fill the vacant position are called for from members.
Who can nominate a candidate?
Only ordinary members and Life Members who have paid their 2019 membership and have also paid up their 2020 membership before January 1, 2020, or committed to do so under an instalment plan, can nominate a candidate. Players and Sydney Swans employees who are members can also nominate a candidate.
Who can stand for election?
Only ordinary members and Life Members who have paid their 2019 membership and have also paid their 2020 membership before January 1, 2020, or committed to do so under an instalment plan, can stand for election. Players and Sydney Swans employees cannot stand for election.
In considering whether to nominate, members should be aware that within seven days of appointment, Directors of the Sydney Swans must be registered by the AFL, which includes agreeing to be bound by and comply with the Rules of the AFL. For registration to be approved, a person must be of good reputation and character and a fit and proper person to perform their duties.
How is a candidate nominated?
Candidates must:
- be nominated by two eligible members and
- accept their nomination.
How do I nominate a candidate?
Eligible members can nominate an eligible candidate by entering the candidate’s name in the ‘Election Book’ before December 16, 2019. An Election Book will be located at the club’s Sydney and Melbourne premises from mid-November at:
Sydney Swans Limited
SCG Light Tower #4
Driver Ave
Moore Park NSW
Sydney Swans Limited
Lakeside Stadium
31-33 Aughtie Drive
Albert Park VIC
When do nominations close?
Nominations close at 5pm (Sydney time) on December 16, 2019. Nominations must have been made and accepted before the closing time.
How does the candidate accept nomination?
An eligible candidate accepts nomination by entering, and signing, their nomination acceptance in the Election Book before December 16, 2019. The Election Book will be located at the club’s premises at the above addresses.
How are candidates chosen?
If there is only one candidate who is properly nominated, that candidate will automatically be elected. If there is more than one candidate properly nominated, a member election will be held. The election will be held by ballot. The result of the election will be announced at the 2020 AGM. It is expected the AGM will be held in late February 2020. This date is subject to change.
Who can vote?
Ordinary members and Life Members who have paid their 2019 membership and have also paid their 2020 membership before January 1, 2020, or committed to do so under an instalment plan, can vote. Players and Sydney Swans employees who are members can vote.
Who will conduct the ballot?
If an election is needed, eligible members will be sent ballot papers. The Returning Officer will be determined by the Board. It is expected that the ballot papers will be mailed in early January 2020 and the ballot held between mid-January and mid-February 2020. These dates are subject to change. The result of the ballot will be announced at the 2020 AGM. It is expected the AGM will be held in late February 2020. This date is subject to change.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact Kirsty Walker on 02 93399123.
Kirsty Walker
Secretary
