Australian Institute of Company Directors

Volatility is no longer the exception. It's the operating environment.

From global conflict and trade tensions to AI and the energy transition, a series of powerful forces are reshaping Australia's economy and creating new challenges for boards.

In the latest Director Download, AICD Chief Economist Mark Thirlwell explains what directors need to know about the changing economic landscape, the outlook for interest rates, and the long-term productivity challenges facing Australia.

🎧 Listen now and subscribe to Director Download for more insights for Australian directors and boards: https://bit.ly/3RMdseH

One of the NFP sector's most debated topics is director remuneration.

In the latest episode of Boards with Purpose, Phil Butler is joined by Jenni Hutchins, CEO of Warrigal, to discuss the thinking behind the organisation's decision to remunerate its board.

Rather than asking whether boards should be paid, Jenni and Phil explore the governance questions boards need to work through before reaching a decision, including accountability, board capability, stakeholder trust and the future demands placed on directors.

Listen now: https://bit.ly/3RKJA2u

Please note: The Australian Institute of Company Directors does not take a position on whether directors should or should not be remunerated. Our annual NFP study indicates a growing level of interest in this topic particularly from larger NFPs and for that reason, we have developed the Not-for-Profit Director Remuneration Guide to assist organisations considering remuneration in a thoughtful, ethical, and transparent way.

Read the guide: https://bit.ly/4bRROws

🎧 The ASX Corporate Governance Principles are being reset, with a new fifth edition currently under consultation. What could the proposed changes mean for boards, directors and listed companies?

In this episode of Director Download, former Reserve Bank of Australia Governor and Chair of the ASX Corporate Governance Advisory Group Dr Philip Lowe explains the thinking behind the proposed streamlining of the principles. He discusses board culture, diversity, skills, transparency and the push to reduce unnecessary regulatory duplication, while maintaining strong governance standards.

He also shares his views on productivity, investment, AI and why trust remains fundamental to Australia's long-term prosperity.

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/3TWVeb2

🎧 Could stress be affecting the quality of board decisions?

In the latest episode of Director Download, workplace wellbeing expert Dr Rebecca Chabot explores the link between wellbeing and governance, explaining how chronic stress can impair judgement, decision-making and emotional regulation.

Drawing on neuroscience, Rebecca shares practical strategies to help directors think more clearly, improve resilience and perform at their best in the boardroom.

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4yrxfAI

Governance is constantly being shaped by new information, and staying up to date isn't optional.

That's why your AICD membership includes complimentary access to the Essential Director Update, a members-only two-hour session covering the key challenges and opportunities facing today's boards.

Touring nationally from September to October, the Essential Director Update will help you stay informed, prepared and confident in the boardroom.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4fk50LK