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Governance Directions Journal – September 2024

Volume 76 - Number 8

Risks, uncertainties and complexity: Perspectives from a macroeconomist

In May 2024, Dr Grant delivered a keynote presentation at the Governance and Risk Management Forum, held by Governance Institute of Australia's Victorian chapter.

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Materiality: The key to director engagement with sustainability

Boards and leadership teams have never had so many sustainability-related obligations. Agendas are increasingly crowded with climate and nature risks, expanding disclosure standards and rising expectations for changes that benefit people, the climate and nature, through every link in the value chain.

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Dissecting the White Island disaster: Vital lessons for safety in the wake of tragedy

The White Island volcanic eruption of December 2019 stands as a poignant marker in New Zealand’s history, marking one of its most tragic episodes. This article delves into the aftermath of this disaster, dissecting the failures that led to it and illuminating crucial lessons for the future.

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CEO Memo September - Leaning into Transformation

The capabilities of a governance and risk management professional extend far beyond the standard skills and knowledge of the various roles. They must also include mindset and cognitive skills, to enable agility and adaptation now and into the future.

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Acting for You — September 2024

Updates on the submission to the ACCC, Thought Leadership Issues Paper on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Board Minutes, our thought Leadership Guide on Effective Cyber Risk Management and more.

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