Appointments to the Companies Auditors Disciplinary Board

The Albanese Government has appointed Ms Nicolle Reynolds as a part‑time business member of the Companies Auditors Disciplinary Board (CADB) for a three‑year term. The Government has also reappointed Mr Howard Insall SC as part‑time Chairperson and Ms Angela Pearsall as a part‑time business member, each for a further three‑year term. The CADB is an independent statutory body established under Part 11 of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission Act 2001 .

It helps maintain confidence in Australia’s auditing profession by considering applications from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission and the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority relating to the conduct of registered company auditors. Ms Reynolds brings significant leadership, governance and financial management expertise to the Board. She has held senior roles across the public sector and financial services, including as Chief Operating Officer of the South Australian Department of Treasury and Finance and Chief Executive of Public Trustee.

These appointments ensure the CADB retains a strong mix of legal, regulatory, governance and commercial expertise to support confidence in the auditing profession and Australia’s corporate regulatory framework.