APA Board of Directors Election – Voting opens 2 November 2026
At the close of nominations on Monday 12 October 2026, there were four (4) nominations for the two (2) vacant positions on the APA Board. Accordingly, an election by ballot is to be conducted.
As per the APA’s Election Policy, candidates may undertake election campaigning after nominations have closed and the APA has published the list of election candidates.
There will be at least 10 days available for campaigning prior to the opening of voting. As a voter, you may be contacted by one or more of the nominees, in support of their nomination.
The nominees are, in alphabetical order:
Nominees
Supporting statement
The Board actively support and endorse current Member Director, Catherine Willis, GAICD, for another term on the Board.
Who is eligible to vote?
Voting is limited to members of the Board, State Branch Councils, National Group National Committees, National Advisory Council, National Professional Standards Panel, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Committee, National Rural Advisory Committee, LGBTQIA+ National Committee, Journal of Physiotherapy Editorial Board and the Australian College of Physiotherapists Council.
There is one vote only per eligible member. This is in accordance with the APA Constitution and Elections policy.
How to Vote
Voting opens Monday 2 November 2026 and closes Friday 23 November 2026 at 5.00 pm AEDT.
About the positions
The roles will commence on 1 January 2027 and the term will be three (3) years.
The APA prides itself on best practice when it comes to corporate governance.
The APA Board governs the association with an emphasis on:
- a future focus that adds value
- strategic issues rather than administrative detail
- pro-activity rather than reactivity
- encouraging a diversity of opinions and views
- reconciling diversity of opinion into a clear and appropriate strategic direction
- the development and expression of a collective responsibility for all aspects of the Board’s performance
- holding the APA accountable to its values and code of conduct
- continuing improvement in Board and individual Director effectiveness, and
- the interests of the APA as a whole.
The Board have agreed that the following attributes are desirable for future member directors:
Personal qualities
- Integrity, honesty, and good judgement.
- Curiosity, confidence, and courage.
- Interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a collegial team.
- Genuine interest in the organisation, profession, and its business.
- An active contributor.
Specific skills/experience
The APA values a broad range of skills and experience amongst Board members:
- candidates from across the physiotherapy profession
- a broad understanding of corporate governance, compliance, risk, financial management and strategy as required by a non-executive director
- an understanding of the role of a non-executive director and the delineation of governance and operational matters
- leadership and strategic thinking
- an understanding of health care delivery in a variety of settings
- an understanding of health policy formation, lobbying and advocacy.
The Board has also endorsed a Position Description for Member Directors.
The successful nominees will bring a willingness to undertake the AICD Company Directors Course and devote appropriate time to governing the APA.
The APA values diversity of background, sector, experience and perspective amongst our Board directors. The APA honours the richness and importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures around Australia.
We welcome all nominees and commit to a fair and equitable nomination process for all.
If you have any queries about the voting process, please contact Melanie Sherrin, Company Secretary and General Counsel via email: returning.officer@australian.physio