2025 AGM, Director Election, and CAC appointments

Media statement

Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation announces the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), Director Election, and the appointment of Cultural Advice Committee members.

Following Director nominations, the Selections Committee has endorsed four eligible candidates under the Corporation’s rule book.

The candidates are Colin Garlett, Wayne Ryder, Charne Hayden, Geraldine Hayden.

As family members, Charne Hayden and Geraldine Hayden will contest one director position, in accordance with the rule allowing only one family member to serve on the Board at a time. Colin Garlett and Wayne Ryder will stand unopposed.

We thank all nominees for their continued commitment and leadership within the Whadjuk community.

Members of the Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation will be sent a postal vote - proxy or in-person voting is not permitted.

The election closes 27 November, with the declaration of result to be announced at the Corporation's Annual General Meeting (AGM). Details regarding any remaining vacant director position will be announced following the AGM.

Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation’s member-only AGM will be held on Saturday, 29 November 2025 at Burswood on Swan.

Members appointed to the 2025/2026 Cultural Advice Committee (CAC) are Dolcie Donaldson, Kay Walley, Karen Morich, Jennifer Garlett, Patrick Egan, Steven Jacobs, and Stan Hedland.

The CAC will provide cultural guidance and advice to support the Corporation’s activities and ensure decisions are aligned with Whadjuk cultural values and community priorities.

We extend our congratulations and appreciation to the newly appointed members for their dedication to preserving and promoting Whadjuk culture and heritage.

Download: Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation media statement (PDF 837KB)