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APPOINTMENT OF THE CHAIRPERSON TO COUNCIL'S AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE

Executive Officer, Jonci Wolff · Office of the CEO & Mayor

Executive summary

Noosa Council has, by resolution, established an Audit and Risk Committee. Under the Audit and Risk Committee Charter the Committee comprises four members: two Councillors and two external members, one of whom serves as Chairperson. This report seeks the appointment of independent member Mr Ian Rushworth as the Chairperson of the Audit and Risk Committee. The term of the former Chairperson, Tim Cronin, concluded on 12 December 2025. At its meeting on that date, the Committee recommended the appointment of Ian Rushworth as Chairperson for an initial three-year term. Ian has served as an independent member of the Committee since June 2023 and brings extensive expertise in internal audit, risk management, governance and cyber security. His appointment will ensure continuity, provide a seamless transition and strengthen the Committee’s ability to deliver independent oversight and advice on audit and risk management matters, supporting strong corporate governance across Council.

Recommendation

That Council

  1. Note the report by the Executive Officer to the Ordinary Committee Meeting dated 18 December 2025 regarding the vacancy in the Chairperson position on Council’s Audit and Risk Committee;
  2. Thank Tim Cronin for his valuable contribution to the Audit & Risk Committee in his capacity as the Chairperson of that Committee for the past 6 years; and
  3. Appoint Ian Rushworth as the Chairperson of the Audit and Risk Committee for a term of 3 years.

Report details

Index: 27.22 Audit and Risk Committee