The Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (FAR Committee) plays a key role in supporting the Curling Australia Board by overseeing the organisation’s financial management, risk profile, and compliance framework.
Purpose
The FAR Committee assists the Board in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities in the following areas:
- Preparation and integrity of Curling Australia’s annual budget and financial reports
- Monitoring financial performance and reviewing business cases outside the approved budget
- Oversight of internal controls, business risk frameworks, and insurance activities
- Appointment and performance of external auditors
- Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
While the Committee provides focused oversight, responsibility for the integrity of Curling Australia’s financial reporting remains with the Board.
Authority
The FAR Committee is authorised by the Board to:
- Make recommendations on financial, audit, and risk matters
- Engage advisers or seek information necessary to fulfil its responsibilities
- Request attendance from Curling Australia personnel as required
- Resolve any disagreements between management and external auditors (escalating material disagreements to the Board)
Key Documents
2025 FAR Committee Membership
The Committee consists of at least three members appointed by the Board. At least one member must be an independent Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA). All members are required to be financially literate and able to constructively challenge the information presented.
Committee membership is reviewed periodically, and rotation is encouraged.
Committee Members:
- Gerald Chick | Member | Curling Australia Director
- Roddy Liu | FCPA (SMSF Specialist) SSAud | Independent Member
- Jocelyn Webb | CA, MBA | Independent Member | Chair
Meetings
The FAR Committee meets quarterly, with additional meetings scheduled as required. Standing items are aligned with Curling Australia’s financial calendar and key governance events such as the Annual General Meeting.
Meetings may include:
- Reporting to the Board
- Budget planning and review
- Audit preparation and findings
- Risk register and insurance review
- Policy and compliance updates
Reporting
The FAR Committee Chair reports to the Curling Australia Board on matters discussed and provides formal recommendations. A written report is provided after each meeting, and the Committee ensures the Board is promptly advised of any issues that may impact the organisation’s financial integrity or reputation.
Contact
For further information, please contact the Company Secretary at secretary@curling.org.au
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