Call for Nominations for Director

In accordance with the company’s Constitution two Member-elected Director positions will become vacant when the term of office of Lewis Sidney Ramsay and Aileen Elizabeth Cull expire at the end of the 2026 Annual General Meeting.

• Lewis Sidney Ramsay is offering himself for re-election.
• Aileen Elizabeth Cull is offering herself for re-election.

Nominations are invited from eligible Members to stand as candidates for Director. If there is more than two (2) candidates, an election will be required for each position. The forms and information required to nominate are available at the Bank's Registered Office located at Level 1 of Queensland Country Centre, 333 Ross River Road, Aitkenvale or by contacting the Company Secretary on 07 4412 3728. Nominations must be received at the below address by no later than 5.00pm on Friday, 11 September 2026.

About the board

The Board of Queensland Country Bank Limited (the Bank) is responsible for the overall governance, strategic direction and long-term sustainability of the Bank and operates within a complex regulatory environment. The Board currently comprises six directors: 4 Member-elected Directors, namely Lewis Ramsay (Chair), Patricia O'Callaghan (Deputy Chair), Aileen Cull and Lauren Shepherd and 2 Board-appointed Directors namely Karl Grant and Sean Kelly, reflecting the Bank's commitment to maintaining an appropriate balance of diversity, independence, experience and capability in accordance with its Constitution. Board composition is actively managed through a structured succession planning process, ensuring an appropriate mix of skills, experience and diversity to support the Bank's strategic priorities and regulatory obligations.

Members who are considering nominating should be aware of the significant statutory responsibilities and necessary time commitment required to act in the office of Director.

Nomination & Eligibilty

In order to nominate, a candidate must be eligible for election under Clause 48 (Qualification) of the Bank’s Constitution, be nominated by two (2) Members, consent to the nomination and to an assessment under the Bank's Fit and Propper Policy in the terms required by the Bank and give the Returning Officer a notice of nomination and declaration complying with Schedule 2 of the Bank's Constitution before nominations close.

APRA Prudential Standard CPS 520 Fit and Proper requires the Bank to assess whether each nominee has the necessary fitness and propriety to perform the role of Director. As part of this process, nominees will be required to provide a Statutory Declaration and consent to the collection and assessment of personal information, including background and probity checks.

Skills and Experience/Competencies Required 

In line with the Board's Fit & Proper Policy candidates must have the competence, character, diligence, honesty, integrity and judgement to perform the required duties. The Bank is seeking candidates who have formal governance qualifications (such as completion of the AICD Company Directors Course or an equivalent program) who can contribute to the continued strength and capability of the Board and who have competence and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Banking and financial services;
• APRA‑regulated executive experience;
• Mergers & Acquisitions;
• Strategic marketing and stakeholder engagement;
• Accounting, finance and financial literacy.

By Order of the Board
Lisa Parker
Company Secretary
30 July 2026