Switchboard Annual General Meeting 2026
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AGM 2026
Switchboard Annual General Meeting
Saturday 21st November, 2.00pm - 4.00pm.
Venue: Victorian Pride Centre - Theatrette
79 - 81 Fitzroy Street St Kilda and online
Online meeting link: will be shared via registration platform above.
KEY DOCUMENTS
Documents will be available no later than Fri 13 November:
2026 Agenda
2026 Board Nominees
Special Purpose Financial Report
2025 - 2026 Annual Report
SWITCHBOARD CONSTITUTION
Download the Switchboard Constitution here.
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Attendance and voting options
Member attendance at the AGM is key to the successful governance of Switchboard and an important way to have your voice heard.
You can attend the AGM in person (St Kilda), online or have your vote counted by completing a proxy vote if you are unable to attend at this time.
Please RSVP to ensure Switchboard can conduct the AGM and make decisions that are legitimate and representative of the membership.
Unable to attend and want to submit a proxy vote?
A proxy vote allows members to appoint another person, known as a proxy, to vote on their behalf.
You can choose any other voting member as your proxy or nominate the Chair (Morgan Podesta).
We will be using an online form to nominate your proxy vote again this year.
Proxy nominations must be received by Sunday 15th November.
If you would like to download a form please email completed proxy forms to admin@switchboard.org.au or chair@switchboard.org.au.
If you require any assistance, or have any questions please email admin@switchboard.org.au.
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Election to the Board
As per rule 50, all board positions will be declared vacant and be up for election at the 2026 AGM. Switchboard will be seeking General Board Members at the 2026 AGM.
In order to nominate for a position on the board you must be a Member for more than ten days.
Executive Members: (2 year term)
The current Chair, Deputy Chair, Secretary and Treasurer intend to renominate.
General Members: (1 year term)
Up to Four (4) General Member positions will be vacant for nomination at the AGM (subject to the decision at the AGM regarding the number of General Members).
Two (2) current General Members are intending to renominate for election as General Members at the AGM.
Are you interested in joining the Board?
Any prospective nominations to the Board must be received by 2nd November via this nomination form.
The answers to this application will be shared with Members.
If you’d like to discuss nominating for a position on the Board, please reach out to Morgan Podesta - Board Chair via chair@switchboard.org.au.
Position Descriptions
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Membership Form
To become a Switchboard Member complete the online form.
Once received you will be emailed an invoice to pay your membership fee.
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Chair
The Chair is an organisational leader responsible for representing the Switchboard in a range of contexts and supporting the CEO to lead the organisation in line with the strategic direction set by the Board. The Chair leads the Board and ensures that it operates effectively, within legal requirements and according to sound governance practices, and fulfils its role in setting the organisation’s strategic direction.
Time commitment
10 hours per week, including some weekday, weekend and evening work.
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Deputy Chair
Deputy Chair Position Decription
The Deputy Chair fulfils all and any of the responsibilities of the Chair, when the Chair is unable to do so. The Deputy Chair shares some responsibilities of the Chair, with a focus on: representing Switchboard at community events and forums and in the media; supporting the operation of the Board and subcommittees; and supporting the CEO in managing the organisation in line with the strategic direction set by the Board.
Time commitment
5 hours per week, including some daytime, weekend and evening work.
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Secretary
Secretary Position Description
The Secretary is responsible for ensuring that Switchboard Victoria fulfils its responsibilities as an Incorporated Association, as required of the Secretary in the Rules of Incorporation and under relevant legislation.
Time commitment: 3- 4 hours per week, including some weekend and evening work. Additional hours will be required prior to the Annual General Meeting.
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Treasurer
Treasurer Position Description
The Treasurer is responsible for the management of Switchboard’s financial responsibilities. It is the role of the Treasurer to oversee the Organisation’s finances and contribute to strategic planning with a financial lens.
Time commitment: 3 hours per week, which can be undertaken outside of business hours. Additional hours will be required prior to the end of the Financial Year, which may require some work during business hours.
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General Board Member
General Board Member Position Description
A General Member participates in Board meetings, Committee meetings and the work of the Board. They contribute the discussion and decision-making and undertake tasks as required, with the best interests of Switchboard Victoria in mind.
Time commitment: 3 hours per week, including some weekend and evening work.