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Council Meeting No 5/09

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A meeting of the Council was held in the Council Chamber, level 1, Old Quadrangle on Monday 27 April 2009 at 4.00pm.

Present

Members

The Chancellor (Hon A Chernov) (in the Chair)
The Deputy Chancellor (Ms R Storelli)
The Vice-Chancellor (Professor G Davis)
The President of Academic Board (Professor G Stevens)
Ms E Alexander, Professor G Bowes, Mr M Coyle, Professor P Dawkins,
Dr M Doig, Ms T Jonas, Judge I Lawson, Mr R Johanson, Associate Professor M Joshi,
Mr M Myer, Ms E Ritchie, Mr N Turnbull and the Hon D White

Others Attending

Justice Susan Crennan (incoming Council Member)
Mr T Peake (incoming Council Member)
The Provost (Professor P McPhee)
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global Relations) (Professor J Dewar)
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (Professor P Rathjen)
The Deputy President of Academic Board (Professor R Slocombe)
The Senior Vice-Principal (Mr I Marshman)
The President of Convocation (Ms L Boston)
The President of UMSU (Ms C Drakeford)
The Vice-Principal and Head of University Services (Ms E Baré)
The Vice-Principal and Academic Registrar (Ms Gillian Luck)
The Acting Vice-Principal and Chief Financial Officer (Mr A Tait)
The Vice-Principal and General Counsel (Mr C Penman)
The Vice-Principal (Human Resources) (Mr Nigel Waugh)
The Vice-Principal (Major Projects) (Ms Lin Martin)
The Director (Information Technology & CIO) (Mr S Kathir)  

The University Secretary (Ms J White)
The Deputy University Secretary (Mr J Green)
The Academic Secretary (Ms P Pepperell)
The Manager, Corporate Affairs (Ms C Buckridge)
Mr D Speagle (Office of the Vice-Chancellor)
Ms E Fazio (Office of the Vice-Chancellor)
Ms Jasmina Joldic (Office of the Vice-Chancellor) (observer)

Business

  1. FORMAL MATTERS

    1.1 Apologies and Leave of Absence Requests [Item A.01]

    Apologies were received from Ms O Bishop and Dr V Mansour for this meeting.

    Council approved Professor Dawkins’ leave of absence request for the 25 May Council meeting.

    1.2 Welcome

    The Chancellor welcomed the Honourable Justice Susan Crennan on her impending return to Council as a Governor-in-Council appointee and noted that confirmation was still awaited of her formal appointment, together with that of Mr Tony Peake.

    The Chancellor also welcomed Professor John Dewar, who had taken up his position as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global Relations) on 6 April 2009, Ms Lin Martin, attending her first meeting as the new Vice-Principal (Major Projects), and Mr Allan Tait, who had recently been appointed Acting Vice-Principal and Chief Financial Officer.

  2. Minutes of Previous Meetings and Follow Up Action Sheet[Item A.1(a) and A.1(b)]

    2.1 The Minutes of Council Meeting 4/2009 held on 16 March 2009, copies of which had been distributed, were confirmed , subject to the following amendments –
    Minute 5: Replace the word “starred” with “unstarred”.
    Minute 6.2: Replace the word “income” with “expenditure” in line 2.
    Minute 9.3: Insert “proposed” before “merger” throughout the minute.

2.2 The Action Sheet from Meeting No. 4/2009 was noted.

  1. Declarations of Interest [Item A.2(a)]

The Chancellor called for any declarations of interest for items on the agenda for the current meeting. No declarations were received.

  1. Starring of Additional Items[Item A.2(b)]

Additional items B.2.(21),(22),(23); and C.7(3) were starred for discussion.

  1. Motion to Adopt or Receive “Unstarred Items of Business”[Item A.2(c)]

It was agreed that the unstarred items of business be adopted where containing recommendations and received where containing reports.

  1. Key Issues and Documents for Discussion[Item A.3]

There were no key issues for discussion.

  1. Chancellor’s Report[Item B.1]

7.1 Indigenous Affairs Advisory Committee

    Council received the first report of its Indigenous Affairs Advisory Committee (IAAC), presented by Judge Lawson, chair of the Committee. Council noted that the Committee had discussed ways in which the aspirations contained in the Vice-Chancellor’s “Apology to the Indigenous people of Australia” might be embraced by the University at the highest level of governance.

    Council accepted the advice of the IAAC that the University recommend to the Government the insertion in s4A of the proposed Model University Bill, an object clause in the form or to the effect of the following clause recommended by the Committee:

    “to use its expertise and resources to involve the Indigenous people of Australia in its teaching and learning, research and knowledge transfer activities and thereby contribute to realising Indigenous aspirations and safe-guarding of the ancient and rich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage.”

    The matter was referred to the Council Nominations and Governance Committee to settle the terms of the clause.

    Council noted that the Advisory Committee intended to bring forward on a later date recommendations for forms of commemoration of the traditional owners and a revised protocol for the “Welcome to Country” ceremony.

7.2 Draft University Bill

    Council noted that the University had hosted a plenary meeting of senior officers of Victorian Universities and representatives of the Department of Industry, Innovation and Regional Development (DIIRD) to consider common issues of concern about the first draft of a Model University Bill.  The Senior Vice-Principal advised that, as a result of the meeting and earlier discussions, a greatly refined draft Bill would be issued by DIIRD in the near future, which more closely meets the expectations of the University sector.

7.3 Council Appointments

    The Chancellor noted that, although the confirmation of the appointment of Justice Crennan and Mr Peake was thought to be imminent, nominations for Deputy Chancellor would not be called until a full complement of Council members was in place.

7.4 Tour of the “Underground” at Union House

The Chancellor advised Council that there is to be a tour of the newly developed “Underground” in the basement of Union House, immediately prior to the 25 May meeting.  As Chair of the MUSUL Board, Dr Doig endorsed the invitation and encouraged members to view this innovative commercial facility.

7.5 Graduate Students Association Campaign for Public Transport Concessions

The Chancellor reminded Council that the question of transport concessions for Victorian postgraduate and international students had previously been brought to its attention in May, 2006, when Council had endorsed the principle that overseas students should be treated in the same way as domestic students.

Council adopted the following motion, as tabled by the Graduate Student Association:

“That the Council endorses the policy of the Graduate Student Association that the State Government provide to Victorian postgraduate and international students the same public transport concessions that are now made available to domestic undergraduate students”.

  1. Vice-Chancellor’s Report[Item B.2]

Council received and noted the Vice-Chancellor’s Report.

8.1 Retirement of Professor Peter McPhee, Provost

The Vice-Chancellor informed Council, that he had accepted, with much regret, Professor McPhee’s decision to retire from his duties as Provost with effect from 14 July 2009.  Professor Davis paid tribute to the major contribution made to the University by Professor McPhee over a period of about 20 years, most recently as Provost.  It was noted that all staff and members of Council had been advised of the news by a notice that forms an attachment to these Minutes.

8.2 Federal Budget

In relation to the forthcoming Federal Budget, the Vice-Chancellor noted that the University was not anticipating a significant increase in Commonwealth funding for next year and the impact of the Global Financial Crisis on demand from international students in 2010 was likely to remain unclear. In addition to inflationary trends, these factors would have a negative impact on the University’s budget position.  In the meantime, the University was planning to make a 7.5% saving on recurrent expenditure across the board by 2010.

8.3 Faculty of Economics & Commerce Proposed Merger with Melbourne Business School

8.4 Growing Esteem Discussion Paper

Council noted the Vice-Chancellor’s advice that the Growing Esteem strategy was to be reviewed as part of the original implementation plan.  Following discussion of issues raised at the 2009 Council Planning Conference and the 2009 Deans and Heads Conference, a strategy discussion paper was in preparation.  It will be considered at the mid-year Deans and Heads Conference in May 2009.  Council noted that it will have an opportunity to provide input and comment prior to its wider distribution at the University.

The responses from both Council and the University community will form the basis for the revised Strategic Plan to be brought to Council in December 2009 for final endorsement.

[Secretarial Note:  A draft paper was distributed to all Council members on 1 May 2009]

8.5 Ombudsman

8.6 Point Nepean

Council noted that negotiations for the establishment of the National Centre for Coasts and Climate (NCCC) at Point Nepean were continuing but were still subject to the resolution of certain financial issues.  The University was working with the Department of Sustainability and Environment to refine further a draft business plan.

8.7 Melbourne Energy Institute

8.8 Baillieu Library Turns 50

Council noted that the Baillieu Library was celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2009 with a series of events.  It was the first post World War II modern purpose-built university library in Australia when it opened on 21 March, 1959.

8.9 Magna Charta Universitatum

Council received a paper concerning the Magna Charta Universitatum, which was developed during the 900th anniversary of the University of Bologna in 1988 and which documents fundamental university values and rights. 

Council resolved to affirm the University’s intent to abide by the goals of the Magna Charta Universitatum and authorised the Vice-Chancellor to sign the Charter on its behalf if the University’s application to do so is approved.

8.10 Veterinary Science Centenary

 Council noted that the Faculty of Veterinary Science was celebrating its 100th Anniversary and that more than 2000 students have graduated from the School since it opened on 2 March 1909.

8.11 Enterprise Bargaining Update

 Council noted the Vice-Chancellor’s report on recent developments in negotiations with the National Tertiary Education Union over a new enterprise agreement.  Professor Davis advised that the University is committed to achieving a new agreement that supports a careful balance of fair and reasonable salary increases, job security and funding for programs.

8.12 Energy Savings

 Council noted that there had been a substantial reduction in energy consumed by the University in 2008, following various energy-savings initiatives.  Nevertheless, continued attention to targets and further reducing resource consumption was essential.

8.13 Compliance Report

 Council received the April Compliance Report, noting that it contained the results of an audit of the University’s Safety Management Systems conducted by WorkSafe Victoria in October 2008.  There had been some 24 non-compliances with SafetyMap initial level criteria and that corrective action plans had been submitted to WorkSafe in January 2009.  It was noted with concern that, of these, only one non-conformance had been corrected.  Council was advised that a second progress review was due on 28 April and another on 26 May, and that management is monitoring the situation.  A consolidated report would be provided to the May meeting on action taken, noting that detailed reports containing Environmental Health and Safety data are provided to the Remuneration and Employment Conditions Committee of Council on a regular basis.

8.14 Approvals on Behalf of Council

 Council noted that the Vice-Chancellor had approved the following matters on behalf of Council:

  1. Provost’s Report [Item B.3]

Council received and noted the Provost’s Report to Council.

9.1 Final Report of the Music Implementation Steering Committee

Council noted that the new Faculty of the VCA and Music (VCAM) was established on 6 April 2009 and received the final report of the Music Implementation Committee, which had been overseeing the integration process since June 2008.

9.2 Student Services and Amenities Fee 2010

Council noted the Provost’s report on the current situation with regard to the proposed repeal of the VSU legislation and the recent passage by the House of Representatives of the Higher Education Legislation Amendment (Student Services and Amenities and Other Measures) Bill 2009.  Professor McPhee advised that, although the Bill’s passage through the Senate is not yet assured, he was engaged in detailed negotiations with student bodies on the formula for the distribution of funds and the way in which they should be utilised according to guidelines laid down by the Government. Council noted that Senior Executive had approved a 50:50 split of the fees between (i) student organisations – MUSUL, UMSU and GSA; and (ii) Office of the Provost - Student Wellbeing Services, including Children’s Services and Melbourne University Sport.

9.3 Preparation for AUQA Audit 2010

Council noted that the University will be audited by the Australian Universities Quality Agency (AUQA)  in May 2010, with its Performance Portfolio (self-review) due in February 2010.

  1. Senior Vice-Principal’s Report [Item B.4]

Council received and noted the Senior Vice-Principal’s Report to Council.

10.1 Performance Against Student Load Targets and Fee Revenue Target

10.2 Governance and Management of Bio21 Institute

Council received a report on the governance and management of the Bio21 Institute, which had been endorsed by the Deans of Science, Engineering, Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences.  It noted that the Institute is fully integrated into the management/reporting structure of the Faculty of Science and will be expected to develop an independent business plan.

10.3 Bio21 Institute Environmental Health and Safety

Council noted from the report provided in response to its request to be informed, that significant progress had been made towards “whole of Institute” management of Environmental Health and Safety and the centralisation of various legal compliance requirements within the Institute.

  1. Finance Committee[Item C.1(a)]

Council received an oral report from the Chair of Finance Committee concerning Meeting No. 3/2009 held on 24 April 2009.

11.1 Sale of Properties

  1. Academic Board [Item C.2]

Council received and noted the report of Academic Board Meeting No. 2/2009 held on 2 April, 2009.

12.1 Honorary Degrees

12.1.1 Award of Honorary Degrees of Doctor of Laws

Council approved the award of a honorary degree of Doctor of Laws to one individual whose citation was tabled at the meeting.

12.1.2 Award of Honorary Degree of Doctor of Visual and Performing Arts

Council approved the award of an honorary degree of Doctor of Visual and Performing Arts to an individual whose citation was tabled at the meeting.

12.2 New Course Proposals

Council approved the establishment of the following new programmes:

  • Graduate Certificate in Garden Design [Appendix A]
  • Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Orthopaedic Physiotherapy [Appendix B]
  • Master of Supply Chain Management [Appendix C

12.3 Student Awards

Council approved the proposals for new and revised student trust awards:

  • The Victorian Bar Justice Kenneth Hayne Scholarship R6.72(243) (Appendix D)
  • The Alan Blakney Memorial Scholarship R6.262 (Appendix E)
  • Jean Elizabeth Laby Bursaries (Appendix F)

12.4 Resolutions on Selection

Council approved the following resolutions on selection:

Melbourne Consulting and Custom Programs
Graduate Certificate in Garden Design

  1. The Selection Committee will evaluate the applicant’s ability to pursue successfully the course using the following criteria –
    • an undergraduate degree; or
    • a relevant TAFE or higher education advanced diploma or equivalent and 3 years full-time, documented relevant work experience; or
    • a relevant TAFE diploma and 4.5 years full-time, documented relevant work experience; or
    • 6 years full time professional work experience which demonstrates the capacity to successfully undertake the course.
  2. The Selection Committee may conduct interviews and tests and may call for referee reports or employer references to elucidate any of the matters referred to above.

Master of Supply Chain Management

  1. The Selection Committee will evaluate the applicant’s ability to pursue successfully the course using the following criteria –
    • an honours degree or equivalent in a cognate discipline; or
    • undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline and at least 2 years documented full time relevant, professional work experience; or
    • 10 years relevant, professional work experience.
  2. The Selection Committee may conduct interviews and tests and may call for referee reports or employer references to elucidate any of the matters referred to above.

Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Orthopaedic Physiotherapy

  1. The Selection Committee will evaluate the applicant’s ability to pursue successfully the course using the following criteria –
    • A Bachelor of Physiotherapy or equivalent;
    • Registered with the Physiotherapists Registration Board in a state or territory of Australia; and
    • At least 4 years of documented postgraduate experience in a paediatric or musculoskeletal setting.

Note: Prospective students are advised that they will be required to obtain, and pay for, working with children and police checks prior to commencing the course.

  1. The Selection Committee may conduct interviews and tests and may call for referee reports or employer references to elucidate any of the matters referred to above.

Faculty of Arts

Master of International Relations

  1. The Selection Committee will evaluate the applicant’s ability to pursue successfully the course using the following criteria –

    For the 200 point program:
    • an undergraduate degree with at least H2B (70%) average in the major or equivalent.

For the 100 point program:

  • an honours degree or equivalent in a cognate discipline; or
  • an undergraduate degree with at least H2B (70%) in the major equivalent and at least 2 years of documented, relevant work experience.
  1. The Selection Committee may conduct interviews and tests and may call for referee reports or employer references to elucidate any of the matters referred to above.

Executive Master of Arts

  1. The Selection Committee will evaluate the applicant’s ability to pursue successfully the course using the following criteria –
    • an undergraduate degree in any discipline, or equivalent; and
    • the applicant’s submitted statement of intent in seeking entry.
  2. The Selection Committee may conduct interviews and tests and may call for referee reports or employer references to elucidate any of the matters referred to above.

12.5 Amendments to Statutes

Council approved an amendment to Statute 11.5, Unsatisfactory Progress, extending the warning period for Research Higher Degree students with part-time candidature to six months.

12.6 Discontinuation of programmes

Council approved the discontinuation of the following course and research programmes, noting that they would be replaced by a proposed Master of International Relations:

  • Master of Arts (Asian Societies);
  • Master of International Politics;
  • Master of International Studies;

Council approved the discontinuation of the following course and research programmes, noting that they would be replaced by the Master of Philosophy:

  • Master of Medicine (Women’s Health Research) Pt 11 Thesis;
  • Master of Public Health by Research;
  • Master of Social Health by Research;
  • Master of Women’s Health by Research;
  1. Audit and Risk Committee [Item C.3(a)]

No meeting held.

  1. Buildings and Estates Committee [Item C.4]

Council received a report of the Buildings and Estates Committee Meeting No. 1/2009 held on 9 April 2009.

14.1 Naming Proposal - Clive Pratt Undergraduate Laboratory

     Council approved a proposal to rename the Undergraduate Laboratory in the Chemical Engineering Building the “Clive Pratt Undergraduate Laboratory”, in honour of HRC (Clive) Pratt, a chemical engineer who had made a major contribution  to the profession and the Department of Chemical Engineering over a long period of time.

  1. Council Nominations and Govenance Committee [C.5]

No meeting held.

  1. Honours Committee [C.6]

Council received and noted a report of the Honours Committee Meeting 1/2009 held on 25 March 2009.

16.1 Vice-Chancellor’s Fellows

Council approved the following appointments as Vice-Chancellor Fellows:

  • Fr Peter Norden on a 0.5 FTE basis for a period of one year and nine months, commencing March 2009, and
  • Professor John Zillman on a .25 FTE basis from 20 April 2009 to 20 April 2011, then on a 0.5 FTE basis from 20 April 2011 to 20 April 2012.

16.2 Laureate Professor Appointment

 Council approved one nominee (who has not previously been so appointed) to be appointed as a Laureate Professor for a five year term commencing from this meeting of Council.

  1. Remuneration and Employment Conditions Committee [C.7]

    Council received and noted a report of the Remuneration and Employment Conditions Committee Meeting 1/2009 held on 10 March 2009.

    17.1 Salary Increase for Staff

    Council endorsed  the action of the Vice-Chancellor in approving a 2% salary increase, effective 4 April 2009, to all staff covered by the University of Melbourne Enterprise Agreement 2006 and all staff employed on a University AWA who are paid in accordance with University pay scales. Council noted that the pay increases did not apply to senior executive staff but that the decision in this regard would be reviewed by the Committee later in the year.

    17.2 Arrangements for the Appointment of Chief Financial Officer and Restructure of Senior Vice-Principal’s portfolio

    Council noted a report on the recruitment process for a new Vice-Principal and Chief Financial Officer and noted that, until such an appointment is made, Mr Allan Tait had been appointed Acting Chief Financial Officer, minute 23.3.3 below refers.

    Council discussed the relative merits of different reporting lines for a CFO and noted that, unlike the position with the former CFO,  the Acting CFO and the person appointed as CFO would attend all senior meetings with the Vice-Chancellor, to whom he would have a direct line of communication.   The Vice-Chancellor advised that due consideration would be given to issues raised in discussion when the recruitment process recommenced later in the year.

  2. Legislation and Trusts Committee [Item C.8]

Council received and noted the report of the Legislation and Trusts Committee Meeting No. 2/2009 held on 15 April 2009.

18.1 Statute for Submission to Council

Council approved the amendment of the following Statute, as detailed in Appendix A of the Report:

(1) Amendment of Statute 12.7 recommended by the University Secretary on the advice of the Honours Committee To clarify the University’s power to award honorary degrees (01/09)
(2) Amendment of Statute 12.8 recommended by the University Secretary To clarify the University’s power to revoke honorary degrees (02/09)

18.2 Regulations for Submission to Council

Council approved the amendment of the following Regulation as detailed in Appendix B of the report:

(1) Amendment of Regulation 17.1.R6 recommended by the University Secretary on the advice of the Senior Vice-Principal To amend delegations following the re-structure of Information Services (40/09)

18.3 Trust Regulations for Submission to Council

Council approved the amendment, revocation, making or re-making of the following Trust Regulations:

(1) Amendment of Regulation R6.72 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of the Faculty of Science To govern the Baldwin Spencer Prizes (28/09)
(2) Revocation of Regulation R7.26 recommended by the Trusts Lawyer on the advice of the faculty of Science To revoke the Regulation governing the Niel Walter Black Fund (26/09)
(3) Amendment of Regulation R6.72 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne School of Land and Environment To govern the Brunning Prize for Plant Collection in Agriculture (36/09)
(4) Amendment of Regulation R6.146 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of the Faculty of Science To govern the Bryan Scholarships (81/08)
(5) Amendment of Regulation R6.26 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne School of Land and Environment To govern The James Cuming Prize (39/09)
(6) Amendment of Regulation R6.49 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of the Faculty of Science To govern The James Cuming Memorial Scholarships (92/08)
(7) Amendment of Regulation R6.60 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of the Faculty of Science To govern The Daniel Curdie Scholarship (83/08)
(8) Amendment of Regulation R6.72 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne School of Land and Environment To govern the W H Ferguson Memorial Prize (30/09)
(9) Amendment of Regulation R6.6 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of the Faculty of Science To govern The Howitt Natural History Scholarships (91/08)
(10) Amendment of Regulation R7.75 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne School of Land and Environment To govern the Andrew Kelso Memorial Fund (35/09)
(11) Amendment of Regulation R6.72 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of the Faculty of Science To govern The Klemperer-Ducker Scholarship (37/09)
(12) Amendment of Regulation R7.75 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne School of Land and Environment To govern the G W Leeper Collection Fund (33/09)
(13) Amendment of Regulation R6.72 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne Law School To govern The S F Pond Prize (14/09)
(14) Amendment of Regulation R7.134 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne School of Land and Environment To govern The Madeleine Selwyn-Smith Memorial Fund (34/09)
(15) Amendment of Regulation R6.72 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne School of Land and Environment To govern the Arthur Sims Scholarship (31/09)
(16) Making of a Regulation recommended by the Trusts Lawyer on the advice of Melbourne Law School To govern The Malcolm D H Smith Memorial Scholarships (38/09)
(17) Revocation and re-making of a Regulation recommended by the Trusts Lawyer on the advice of Melbourne School of Engineering To govern The P W Tewkesbury Bequest (27/09)
(18) Amendment of Regulation R6.21 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne School of Land and Environment To govern the Wrixon Exhibition (29/09
(19) Amendment of Regulation R7.166 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne School of Land and Environment To govern The Olga Lawless Ziegler Memorial Fund (32/09).

18.4 The Russell and Mab Grimwade Miegunyah Fund Committee Report

Council received a report from the Miegunyah Fund Committee, including a five-year review of the management of and expenditure from the Fund and the Bequests.

18.5 Macgeorge Bequest Committee of Management (MBCM)

 Council received a report from the MBCM and approved a recommendation from the Committee for the renewal of the appointment of the caretaker of the Ivanhoe property, Macgeorge House.

  1. Committee of Convocation [Item C.9]

Council received the report of the Committee of Convocation Meeting No 1/2009 held on 25 March 2009.

  1. Melbourne Theatre Company Board of Management [Item D.1(a)]

Council received the report of the Melbourne Theatre Company Board of Management Meeting No. 2/2009 held on 20 March 2009

  1. The Ian Potter Museum of Art board [Item D.1(b)]

No report.

  1. Summary of Reports of Matters Dealt with by the Vice-Chancellor on behalf of Council [Items D2]

    22.1 Approval of Changes to Regulations under Authority of Statute [D.2(a)]

    No amendments made.

    22.2 Sealed Documents and Other Matters Report (Confidential) [D.2(b)]

    Council received the summary of reports of sealed documents and other matters approved on behalf of Council by the Vice-Chancellor, as set out in Item D2(b).

    22.3 Appointments Report

    22.3.1  Appointments to the Board of Australian National Academy of Music Limited

    Council noted that the Vice-Chancellor had approved, on behalf of Council, the appointment of the following people from December 2008 to the Board of the Australian National Academic of Music Limited:

    • Mr John Demagistris
    • Professor Barry Sheehan
    • Professor Sharman Pretty

    22.3.2 Appointments to VERNet Pty Ltd

    Council noted that the Vice-Chancellor had approved, on behalf of Council, the following appointments to the Board of VERNet Pty Ltd:

    • Professor Leon Sterling
    • Mr Sendur Kathir

    22.3.3 Appointment of Acting Vice-Principal and Chief Financial Officer

    Council noted that the Vice-Chancellor had approved, on behalf of Council, and in accordance with Stature 2.6.7, the appointment of Mr Allan Tait as Acting Vice-Principal and Chief Financial Officer commencing 9 April 2009 [Minute 17.2 refers].

    22.3.4 Appointment of Directors to MU Publishing Limited Board and Directors’ Fees

    Council noted that the acting Vice-Chancellor had approved, on behalf of Council, the following appointments/reappointments:

    • Mr Laurie Muller: appointed for a period of three years commencing 1 January 2009 until 31 December 2011.
    • Ms Bronte Adams: reappointed for a period of three years concluding on 29 January 2010.
    • Mr Alan Kohler: to continue his appointment until 2011.
    • Mr Ian Marshman: appointed under s33.1.(b) of the constitution for a term of three years until 28 April 2012
    • Ms Eda Ritchie: to continue her appointment until October 2009.
    • Emeritus Professor John McKenzie: to continue his appointment until 29 November 2011

    Council also noted that, on the recommendation of the Chairman of the Board, the acting Vice-Chancellor had approved, on behalf of Council, a reduction in the level of directors’ fees.  Effective 1 January 2009, the remuneration for the Chair of MU Publishing is $25,000 per annum (previously $65,000) and the remuneration of directors appointed under s33.1(a) is $12,500 per annum, (previously $25,000). 

The meeting closed at 5.55pm and was followed by a brief meeting of Council members only “in camera”. A matter was brought to the attention of Council by one member and, although there was brief discussion, no action was taken or proposed.

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