Selection and Appointment of Directors

Procedure for the selection and appointment of new directors:

In the event that a new director appointment is required, the Board will adhere to procedures including the following:

• the experience and skills appropriate for an appointee, having regard to those of the existing directors and any other likely changes to the Board will be considered;

• upon identifying a potential appointee, specific consideration will be given to that candidate's:
  • competencies and qualifications;
  • independence;
  • other directorships and time availability; and
  • the effect that their appointment would have on the overall balance and composition of the Board including by reference to the Crown Board Skills Matrix adopted from time to time; and
• all existing Board members must approve the proposed appointment.