Annual General Meeting (AGM) Fact Sheet
When is the AGM?
The 2026 AGM of John Paul College Ltd will be held on Thursday, 28 May 2026 at 6pm in the Gorman Lecture Theatre.
Who can attend the AGM?
To be eligible to attend the AGM, you must first become a Member of John Paul College Limited. Any person who is a parent or legal guardian of an enrolled student currently attending the College during the calendar year is entitled to apply to become an ordinary Member of the company.
To apply to become a Member, please complete the
John Paul College Ltd Membership Application Form. There is no joining fee or annual membership fee.
Once you are confirmed as a Member, you are welcome to attend the AGM. To ensure your membership application is processed prior to the AGM, please submit it before Wednesday 22 April 2026.
To check whether you are a Member, please contact the Company Secretary, Kerryn Campbell.
What if I can’t attend in person?
If you are a Member and cannot attend the meeting in person, you may appoint a proxy to attend the AGM on your behalf. To do this, complete and sign the official Proxy Form and send it to the Company Secretary, Kerryn Campbell, by 6pm on Tuesday, 26 May 2026. The AGM Proxy Form will be provided to members once nominations have been finalised.
Mail:
| Company Secretary
John Paul College John Paul Drive Daisy Hill Qld 4127 |
Email: |
companysecretary@jpc.qld.edu.au |
In-person: | Main Administration (by 4pm)
John Paul College John Paul Drive Daisy Hill Qld 4127
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How do I find out more information about becoming a Board Member?
An information evening was held on Thursday, 5 March 2026. Please contact the Company Secretary, Kerryn Campbell for more information serving as a Director of the College.
Who are the current Board of Directors?
- Mr Benjamin O’Bree (Chair)
Mrs Tracy Melenewycz (Deputy Chair)
Mr Richard McCooey (Chair of the Advancement Committee)
Mr Andrew Reid (Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee)
Ms Sonia Cahill (Chair of the Governance Committee)
Mr Con Sotiris (Chair of the Infrastructure Committee)
Mr Philip Beresford
Mrs Ilham Ahamed
Ms Diana Masci
What qualifications and experience do I need to become a Director?
Non-executive directors are expected to have a range of skills and experiences that will benefit the College, including an understanding of company financial information and governance and risk management principles; strong communication and interpersonal skills; and the ability to think strategically, actively contribute and demonstrate independent judgement.
While there are no mandatory qualifications to serve on the Board, prior to the AGM all nominees must:
- Hold a Blue Card (Queensland's Working with Children Check)
- Obtain a Director Identification Number (available from Australian Business Registry Services)
- Complete a national police check.
It is also important that prospective directors are aware of their legal responsibilities, including fiducial duties.
This year, we encourage nominations from candidates with legal, financial management, senior executive or non-executive directorship roles, who may also have primary school-aged children at the College or would contribute to enhancing the diversity of the Board.
How do I nominate for the Board of Directors?To nominate, please complete a Director Nomination Form and submit it to the Company Secretary, Kerryn Campbell, by 4pm on Wednesday, 15 April 2026. You can contact Kerryn Campbell via email or calling 07 3826 3315.
Candidates will have the opportunity to meet with the Board on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, to discuss the role and learn more about serving on the Board.
If the number of valid nominations exceeds the number of available vacancies on the Board, an election will be held at the AGM. Only Members of the Company can nominate for election or vote. To confirm your membership status, please contact
Kerryn Campbell.
How do I find out more information about John Paul College Limited?
John Paul College is a registered charity with Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). The rules governing the Company are in the Constitution, which can be found here.
