Tenterfield is on the northern end of the picturesque New England and Northern Rivers Region – the Shire of Tenterfield is a large area of 7,134 km2 with an overall population of 6,973 residents – and growing.

Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified individuals for appointment as an external independent member to the Tenterfield Shire Council’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC). The ARIC is a key component of Council’s governance framework and is responsible for assisting Council to fulfil its governance and oversight responsibilities. Membership currently consists of 3 independent voting members (one of whom is the Chair).

The Committee was established in 2009 to ensure open and transparent governance, aligning with Council’s corporate values of Integrity, Community Focus, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

All appointments are made based upon a demonstrated ability to meet the independence and eligibility criteria as well as ensuring the ARIC as a whole has a complementary mix of skills/experience. Demonstrated Integrated Planning & Reporting experience is highly desirable.

The ARIC meets at least 4 times a year, one of these meetings (usually December) is in person, and Council will pay a competitive remuneration rate for independent membership of the ARIC resolved by Council at $1,100 (ex GST) per meeting. The Council also reimburses, or makes payments, for reasonable travel, accommodation and meal costs and expenses for the in-person meeting.

For further information and/or to submit an EOI for appointment to the ARIC, a nomination package is available below in the EOI Information and Application Form.

Completed nomination forms should be lodged at Council no later than 5:00pm, 30 May 2025.

Enquires should be directed to Council’s Director of Corporate Services on 0498 534 035 or council@tenterfield.nsw.gov.au

Hein Basson

General Manager

Click link to download – EOI Information And Application Form ARIC Independent Member