2026 NHIA ELECTION OF DIRECTORS – CALL FOR NOMINATIONS IS OPEN

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03/06/2026
08:00 AM

The following is a list of the Association’s current Board of Directors:

Nick Brasher (Chair) –  Farmwest

Chris Kendall (Deputy Chair) – World Wide Sires

Paul Kenny (Treasurer) – Paul Kenny Breeding Services

Adam Daniel Co-Director Nu-Genes

Ronnie Hibma Nexus Herd Development

Tyson Shea Semex 

The two directors who are due to retire by rotation are Nick Brasher and Paul Kenny. Both have confirmed they are re-nominating for their positions on the Board. Accordingly, further nominations are hereby declared open. 

Nominations are open and called for in the election of two directors to represent the membership of NHIA on the Board.

Nominees must be nominated by a full NHIA member who is in good financial standing with the Association using the nomination form. The nomination must contain the written consent of the nominee. Download the form here.

If more than two (2) nominations are received this exceeds the number of vacant positions, then an electronic ballot of all financial members will be held. Members will be notified if a ballot is required, and the vote will take place prior to the AGM. Results announced at the AGM.


  • As a member-driven organisation, NHIA highly value member input and believe that unique perspectives and expertise will greatly benefit our Association.

  • Serving as a Director provides you with the responsibility to shape key decisions, offer strategic guidance, and drive initiatives that align with NHIA’s strategic mission.

  • If you are passionate about the industry, have a desire to make a difference, are driven to pursue industry good outcomes, and possess the necessary skills and experience to make a positive impact, we warmly invite you to submit your nomination for the Director position. 

 

NOMINATIONS FOR THE BOARD IS OPEN AND CLOSES ON TUESDAY, 30th JUNE 2026

Members can nominate themselves through their respective organisation or nominate someone you believe would be an excellent candidate. 

To nominate fill in the form, download here, and email it to Karen Eastop [email protected].

The nomination form must be received no later than close of business Tuesday 30th June, 2026, AEST.

Please note that nominations received after the deadline will not be considered.

 

FURTHER NOTICE OF AGM – TO BE HELD WEDNESDAY 5th AUGUST, details TBC

NHIA will be providing further notice and details of its thirty-second AGM.

Please save the date:  Wednesday 5th August 2026. 

This is where NHIA will announce who has secured Director positions.

 

AGENDA ITEMS FOR ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

This communication also serves to call for members to submit agenda items for the Annual General Meeting by close of business, 5:00pm on Monday 13th July AEST.

Please note that the Association rules state that Ordinary business items on the AGM Agenda require a simple majority of those authorised votes that are exercised at the meeting. Special business items that would require an alteration to the Rules would require the vote of at least three-fourths (75%) of the authorised votes that are exercised at the Annual General Meeting. 

NHIA look forward to receiving nominations and working with our valued members and industry.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please contact the NHIA office.