Electronic Ballot Software vs Paper Ballots: Which Is Better?

Proxy Voting at AGMs — Rules, Forms & Deadlines Not every shareholder can make it to an AGM. That’s just reality. Travel, timing, competing commitments — they all get in the way. Proxy voting exists to solve that problem, and when it’s handled properly, it keeps participation high and decisions valid. But there’s a catch. […]

Can Creditor Meetings Be Held Online? ASIC Rules Explained Short answer: yes, they can — and these days, they often are. Online creditor meetings have moved from a temporary workaround to a standard option in Australian insolvency practice. What started as a response to COVID-era restrictions is now embedded in the legal framework, with clear […]

When an enterprise agreement goes to a vote, the mechanics matter just as much as the outcome. I’ve seen more than a few agreements delayed — or worse, rejected — because eligibility wasn’t handled properly. It’s not usually deliberate. It’s often a simple misunderstanding about who can and can’t vote. The catch is this: if […]

Creditor meetings are where the real decisions get made in an insolvency process. Appointments, fees, restructures — it all lands here. On paper, the voting rules look straightforward. In practice, they can get tricky quickly. The key issue is that creditor voting doesn’t rely on a single majority. You need two: one by number, and […]

Your First Strata AGM: A Practical Guide Under the New NSW Compliance Rules For developers, strata managers and newly formed strata committees, the first Annual General Meeting (AGM) of a strata scheme is a pivotal milestone. It marks the transition from developer control to owner governance and sets the operational framework for the building moving […]

NSW Strata Law Changes: What They Mean for Committee Elections — and Why Transparent Voting Matters More Than Ever For strata managers, committee members and owners corporations across New South Wales, recent reforms to strata legislation are more than procedural tweaks. They go to the heart of how committees are elected, how decisions are made, […]

From 1 April 2026, major reforms to NSW strata law come into force that directly affect how Annual General Meetings (AGMs) are run — especially the timing, notices and voting process. With compliance deadlines approaching fast, getting your AGM administration right isn’t optional — it’s a legal obligation. Guide to strata law changes for strata […]

As virtual and hybrid meetings continue to reshape the way Australian organisations govern, compliance has become a critical focus. Whether you’re convening an AGM, SGM or EGM, getting the legal and procedural aspects right is essential to ensure decisions are valid, members’ rights are protected, and your organisation avoids potential challenges. In this guide, we […]

AGM Digital Governance Embracing virtual Annual General Meetings (AGMs) has become the norm in 2024, offering a streamlined and efficient approach. Utilising cutting-edge virtual meeting platforms and expert service teams ensures a professional and seamless AGM experience. A pivotal element of AGMs remains the voting process. Whether it’s ratifying the minutes from the previous meeting […]

With more and more of us turning to virtual interactions these days, it’s important to know how to properly engage with others online. This is especially true when it comes to video conferencing software, which are being used mostly for online learning, company events, and annual general meetings. It can be tempting to just use […]