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With our ongoing commitment to innovation and technology with a focus on costs and efficiencies, BoardRoom has launched CS Connect, a cloud-based...

On 2 September 2021, the Federal Parliament passed legislation to require listed entities to provide a notice to their market operator containing...

Executive Summary The Australian Government has introduced Director Identification Numbers (DIN) to improve the integrity of Australian Business...

With the 2021 AGM season upon us, this article sets out considerations for listed companies who receive director nominations. Background and Timings...

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has formally extended the time public companies have to hold their Annual General Meeting (AGM). This article summarises the implications for Australian public companies.

Reforms to virtual meetings, electronic execution of documents, electronic notices and continuous disclosure came into full effect on 14 August 2021 following the passing of the Treasury Laws Amendment (2021 Measures No.1) Bill 2021 (Cth) (the Bill). This article summarises the legislative changes and implications for Australian companies.

The Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) provides a forum for shareholders and the board of directors to share information, have discussions and make decisions. Ahead of the 2021 AGM season, this article identifies some of the common scenarios and issues that can arise at the AGM and the recommended solutions. An emphasis has been placed on the delivery of Hybrid or Virtual Meetings as well as the rise of shareholder activism.

COVID-19 has forced many businesses without websites or digital communication tools to implement solutions to communicate and interact with their customers. However, while 87% of senior business leaders agree that digitalisation is a company priority, only 40% of organisations brought digital initiatives to scale in 2020. BoardRoom was quick to adapt and support clients by implementing solutions such as the Annual General Meeting (AGM) landing page, a dedicated web page allowing clients to host vital shareholder information including Financial Reports, the Notice of Meeting and important meeting details.