Purpose

The Finance, Risk and Governance Committee provides oversight of the Society’s finances, analyses and monitors financial and operational risks, reviews, from time to time, the effectiveness of the Society’s governance, and supports Council in meeting its statutory obligations.

Its role is to ensure that the Society:

• Manages its limited financial resources responsibly, providing Council, through the Treasurer, with clear and timely financial information
• Identifies and monitors major risks that could affect business operations and reputation, reporting to Council as required
• Oversees the annual audit and all other formal reporting requirements, including the preparation of the annual financial report
• Operates in accordance with Australian Government legislation, Australian Taxation Office requirements, regulations of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, and other relevant legislation, regulations, and guidelines
• Reviews the effectiveness of the Society’s governance, recommending to Council changes to the Rules and operating procedures, as necessary.

Detailed information about the Committee’s Terms of Reference is available from the preceding link.

Composition

The composition of the Events Committee in 2026–2027 is listed in the table below.

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