Free Governance Templates & Resources
Download professionally developed governance templates for boards across Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. All resources are free with registration.
Australian Resources
- Board Meeting Agenda Template — A comprehensive template for structuring effective board meetings with clear agenda items and time allocations. (DOCX)
- Board Charter Template — A foundational template outlining board responsibilities, composition, and processes to establish good governance. (PDF)
- Risk Assessment Matrix — A visual tool for evaluating and prioritising risks based on likelihood and impact. (XLSX)
- Director Induction Checklist — A practical checklist to onboard new directors effectively and ensure they are governance-ready from day one.
- Conflict of Interest Register — A template to manage and document conflicts of interest in accordance with best practice governance.
- Governance Policies for Australian Companies — Core governance policies tailored for Australian organisations.
New Zealand Resources
- Board Meeting Agenda Template (NZ) — New Zealand specific board meeting agenda template aligned with local governance practices.
- Governance Policy Framework (NZ) — Comprehensive governance policies tailored for New Zealand organizations.
South Africa Resources
- Board Charter (South Africa) — Board charter template aligned with South African governance requirements.
- Minute Taking Template (South Africa) — Professional minute taking template for South African boards.
Paid Digital Resources
For more comprehensive toolkits, explore our paid digital resource packs: