The internal management of Australian Power and Gas Company Limited is governed by:
- provisions of the Corporations Act 2001 that apply to the company - known as replaceable rules;
- a Constitution; or
- a combination of both (s.135 and 136 of the Corporations Act 2001).
A company adopts a Constitution either:
- on registration, if each person specified in the registration application as a person who consents to become a member, agrees in writing to the terms of a constitution before the application is lodged; or
- after registration, if the company passes a special resolution adopting a constitution.
A company may modify or repeal its constitution, or a provision of its constitution, by passing a special resolution. A special resolution requires at least 21 days' notice (28 days for public listed companies) and the agreement of a 75% majority of eligible voters (refer sections 9, 136, 137, 140, 249H and 249L of the Corporations Act 2001).
In addition, as APK is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), it is also regulated by the ASX Listing Rules.
• Constitution
Australian Power and Gas Company Limited and the board are committed to achieving and demonstrating the highest standards of corporate governance. An extensive review of the parent entity's corporate governance framework was completed on 28 July 2009 in light of the best practice recommendations released by the ASX Corporate Governance Council. The board continues to review the framework and practices to ensure they meet the interests of shareholders.
• Corporate Governance Statement
This Diversity Policy is designed to support Australian Power and Gas’ commitment to diversity and to compliance generally with the ASX Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations.
• Diversity Policy Statement
The Corporations Act 2001 and ASX Listing Rules have strict regulations in relation to the trading of securities, particular for listed securities. The company has adopted a policy which all employees, consultants and other relevant parties are required to follow when dealing in the securities of the company.
• Share Trading Policy