Jondaryan Woolshed board resigns

TOOWOOMBA Regional Council (TRC) has accepted the resignation of the volunteer Jondaryan Woolshed Board.

Mayor Paul Antonio expressed his gratitude to the board’s volunteer directors for their dedication and commitment over many years to the expansion and betterment of one of the region’s most significant tourism and historical facilities.

The council has approved the appointment of an interim board to guide the immediate future direction and development of the Jondaryan Woolshed facility.

“Let me be absolutely clear about this, the change in the governance structure will in no way affect scheduled or planned events and functions at the Jondaryan Woolshed,” Cr Antonio said.

The council unanimously appointed finance and business strategy committee chair Cr Mike Williams to chair the new board with Cr Geoff McDonald to act as a director.

Environment and community services general manager Nick Hauser and financial services manager Ann-Marie Ryan will serve as fellow directors.

Cr Williams said this was an opportunity to guide the Woolshed in a new direction with a focus on the long-term operation and development of the facility.

“The interim board has been appointed in a temporary capacity for six to 12 months while we conduct a review of the Woolshed’s operations and proceed with appointing a new board.

“During this interim period, council will call for nominations for people to serve on the board. There is an opportunity to seek expressions of interest to fill more specialised roles.

“Ideally, we will be seeking people from the surrounding district who have a keen interest in promoting our rural heritage along with the relevant business skills to ensure the Jondaryan Woolshed has a strong and viable future.’’