Constitution Review

A Special General Meeting was held on Thursday 27 March for the membership to vote on the passing a special resolution to adopt the new constitution.

The resolution did not pass and as it did not meet the 75% majority of those in attendance, with the votes counted as 56 Yes, 42 No.

ANU Sport is committed to update our constitution to bring it in line with current legislation and better practice within the sector. This will enable us to better deliver on our purpose to facilitate sport, recreation and well-being opportunities for the ANU community.  

We would like to engage further with you, our members, to gain your valued feedback on the proposed changes. In particular, we are keen to hear:

• what you like about the proposed changes?
• whether you have any concerns about the proposed changes?
• whether you have alternate approaches for consideration?

This will enable ANU Sport to consider and address your feedback before we present a future version of the constitution for approval.

We will be hosting consultation sessions at the following times: 
Week 1 consultation opportunities

• Monday 14 April 12.30pm – 2.00pm (online)
• Wednesday 16 April 6.00pm – 7.30pm (face-to-face)
• Other dates and times by appointment, pending availability 

Week 2 consultation opportunities

• Monday 28 April 12.30pm – 2.00pm (online)
• Wednesday 30 April 6.00pm – 7.30pm (face-to-face)
• Other dates and times by appointment, pending availability 

Register Attendance here

Proposed amendments to the ANU Sport Constitution:

• promote our current and future operations, and support our organisation’s ongoing success and sustainability 

• align with better practice industry standards and facilitate efficient governance processes  

• engage members in a positive, safe, fair, and effective manner and  

• comply with current legislative requirements.  

Proposed Constitution 
Drawing on feedback from consultation sessions with the community, ANU Sport has drafted proposed changes to the Constitution based on better practice industry standards and the Associations Incorporation Act Model Rules. The proposed changes have been reviewed by an external law firm to ensure the drafting complies with legislative requirements.  

PROPOSED ANU SPORT CONSTITUTION 2025

EXPLANATION OF PROPOSED CHANGES

2024 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING MINUTES

Constitution FAQ

Understanding the ANU Sport Constitution

Part 1 - The Membership Structure 

Part 2 - The Board