SOUTH AUSTRALIAN CRICKET ASSOCIATION LIMITED
155th AGM
WILLIAM MAGAREY ROOM, LEVEL 3, RIVERBANK STAND
ADELAIDE OVAL
Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 6.00pm
Click here to read the SACA 2025/26 Annual Report
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of South Australian Cricket Association Limited ACN 623 135 393 (SACA) will be held in the William Magarey Room, Level 3, Riverbank Stand at Adelaide Oval on Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 6pm (ACST).
Only SACA Members who are Voting Members are entitled to attend, participate in and vote at the AGM under the SACA Constitution.
To be a Voting Member you must be a Full Member, a Country Member, a Life Member, an Honorary Life Member, a Tenured Member, an Honorary - Services Rendered Member, a Premier Cricket Committee Member or an Adult Reserved Seat Member.
To enable SACA to verify each Voting Member's entitlement to participate in the AGM, any SACA Membership Fees for the 2026/27 Membership Year must have been paid in full prior to the AGM.
All Members are asked to bring photo ID to enable them to be marked-off the register upon entry.
A copy of this Notice of Annual General Meeting (including the Order of Business and full details of voting and proxy arrangements) and SACA’s Constitution are on display in reception at SACA’s office on Level 2 of the Riverbank Stand at Adelaide Oval
To assist us to manage any possible venue capacity restrictions, SACA asks that Members please indicate if they intend to attend the 2026 AGM by registering their attendance.
Dated: 2 September 2026
2025/26 ANNUAL REPORT
Click here to read the SACA 2025/26 Annual Report
Members may request a printed copy from the SACA Membership department.
This publication includes SACA’s financial statements, directors’ statement and auditor’s report, and information covering SACA’s wide-ranging activities for the year, from community cricket and game development through to elite level.
ORDER OF BUSINESS
- Opening of the 155th Annual General Meeting.
- Receipt and consideration of the SACA 2025-26 Annual Report.
The SACA 2025-26 Annual Report (which includes SACA’s financial statements, directors’ statement and auditor’s report) for the financial year ended 30 June 2026 will be presented to the AGM. The Annual Report will also include reports from the Chair and President and Chief Executive Officer.
A copy of the Annual Report will be published on the SACA website at www.saca.com.au and a link will be emailed to Members prior to the AGM.
Members will be given a reasonable opportunity to ask questions about, and make comments on, the Annual Report. Members will also be given an opportunity to ask questions of SACA’s auditor about the conduct of the audit and preparation and content of the auditor’s report.
- Declaration of the successful candidates for election to the Board as Member Elected Directors.
- Resolution 1: Honorary Life Membership.
To consider and, if thought fit, pass the ordinary resolution to approve the nomination of Mr Jason Gillespie as an Honorary Life Member of SACA, as set out in the Explanatory Notes accompanying this Notice of Meeting (Resolution 1).
- Resolution 2: Remuneration of a future President / Chair.
To consider and, if thought fit, pass the ordinary resolution to support the remuneration of a future President / Chair of SACA, as set out in the Explanatory Notes accompanying this Notice of Meeting (Resolution 2).
- Resolution 3: Re-appointment of auditor.
To consider and, if thought fit, pass the ordinary resolution to re-appoint BDO Audit Pty Ltd as auditor of SACA on an ongoing basis, as set out in the Explanatory Notes accompanying this Notice of Meeting (Resolution 3).
- Other business.
- Close of meeting.
HOW TO VOTE
Voting in person
Voting Members (as defined on page 1) may vote on Resolution 1, Resolution 2, Resolution 3 and any other resolution properly put before the AGM:
- by attending and voting in person at the AGM; or
- by appointing a proxy to attend and vote at the AGM on their behalf in accordance with the instructions below.
Voting by proxy
A Voting Member may appoint a proxy to attend and vote on their behalf. A proxy is not required to be a SACA Member.
The Proxy appointment form is available to download HERE.
Completed proxy forms may be lodged:
- in person (during business hours) with SACA Reception, Level 2 Riverbank Stand, Adelaide Oval;
- by post to: The Returning Officer, c/- SACA, PO Box 545, North Adelaide SA 5006; or
- by email to: returningofficer@saca.com.au.
Members are encouraged to lodge proxy forms by email or post where possible.
THE DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF PROXY FORMS IS 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED AGM COMMENCEMENT TIME (BY 6PM (ACST) ON TUESDAY, 22 SEPTEMBER 2026).
RESOLUTION 1
MR JASON GILLESPIE – HONORARY LIFE MEMBERSHIP
To consider and, if thought fit, pass the following resolution as an ordinary resolution:
“That the nomination by the SACA Board of Mr Jason Gillespie for Honorary Life Membership of SACA be approved by Voting Members in accordance with By-Law 1.2(a) of the SACA By-Laws Part A and that, accordingly, Mr Gillespie be admitted as an Honorary Life Member of SACA.”
EXPLANATORY NOTES TO RESOLUTION 1
Pursuant to By-Law 1.2(a) of the SACA By-Laws Part A:
“Honorary Life Membership of SACA is only available to persons nominated by the Board in consideration of any special services rendered to SACA or SACA Ltd or in the advancement of the game of cricket. Subject to By-Law 1.2(b), a person so nominated will not be admitted as an Honorary Life Member, unless their nomination is approved by Voting Members at the AGM held next after their nomination.”
In July 2026, the Board nominated Mr Jason Gillespie for Honorary Life Membership of SACA in recognition of outstanding achievements as a player and long-term service as a cricket administrator, as outlined below.
As a South Australian cricketer, Mr Gillespie represented the State with distinction across more than 110 matches over a 13-year playing career. After making his debut for South Australia in the 1994/95 season, he was a member of the Sheffield Shield-winning team in 1995/96, before progressing to a distinguished international career.
Over the course of that career, Jason Gillespie represented Australia in 71 Test matches, 97 One Day Internationals and one T20 International.
His 97 ODI appearances rank him second among South Australians, behind close friend and teammate Darren Lehmann, while his 71 Test caps place him third on the State's all-time list, behind only brothers Ian and Greg Chappell.
Overall, he is also the third most-capped South Australian in men's international cricket, behind only Travis Head and Alex Carey. With 259 Test wickets, he ranks among South Australia's most accomplished Test bowlers.
Following his retirement from playing, Mr Gillespie continued to advance the game through coaching, leadership and mentorship.
His success across domestic and international cricket has seen him develop players, foster high-performance environments and promote standards of professionalism and excellence that have benefited teams and individuals alike.
As coach of the Adelaide Strikers, he led the club to its inaugural Big Bash League championship in 2017/18, further enhancing the success and profile of cricket in South Australia.
A particularly significant contribution was his service as head coach of the Adelaide Strikers and South Australia over a nine-year period. In these roles, he provided leadership to SACA's high-performance programs, supported the development of emerging players and helped strengthen the culture, professionalism and competitive identity of South Australian cricket. His willingness to return to the system that helped shape his career reflects a deep and enduring commitment to SACA and the advancement of cricket in South Australia.
Jason Gillespie's impact extends well beyond his achievements on the field. As the first recognised First Nations male cricketer to play Test cricket for Australia, he occupies a unique and significant place in the sport's history. A proud Kamilaroi man, he has become an influential role model whose achievements have helped broaden representation, promote inclusivity and inspire future generations of cricketers.
Over more than three decades, Jason Gillespie has demonstrated sustained service to cricket as a Grade Cricketer, First-Class cricketer, Australian representative, coach, mentor and ambassador.
His contribution has extended well beyond individual achievement, advancing cricket through player development, leadership, representation and advocacy.
Through his distinguished playing career, his service to South Australian cricket and his leadership of SACA's high-performance programs, Jason Gillespie has made an enduring contribution to SACA and the game.
In nominating Jason Gillespie for Honorary Life Membership, the Board seeks to recognise his distinguished playing career, contribution to South Australian cricket and leadership and coaching achievements and his enduring impact on the advancement of cricket.
RECOMMENDATION
The SACA Board unanimously recommends that Voting Members vote in favour of Resolution 1 to induct Mr Jason Gillespie as a SACA Honorary Life Member, in acknowledgement of Mr Gillespie’s outstanding achievements and contributions as a player, coach and enduring impact on the advancement of cricket.
RESOLUTION 2
REMUNERATION OF A FUTURE PRESIDENT / CHAIR OF SACA
To consider and, if thought fit, pass the following resolution as an ordinary resolution:
“That, for the purposes of clause 12(a) of the SACA Constitution, the President be entitled to receive such remuneration from SACA for services performed in the role of President / Chair as the Board may determine from time to time.”
EXPLANATORY NOTES TO RESOLUTION 2
Background
Clause 12(a) of the SACA Constitution provides that no SACA director is entitled to any remuneration for their services as a director unless Voting Members resolve otherwise.
The SACA Board is seeking Voting Member approval for the purposes of clause 12(a) of the SACA Constitution to permit remuneration to be paid to future Presidents / Chairs of SACA.
The Board is not proposing, and will not pay, remuneration to the current President / Chair, Mr William Rayner, if re-elected. Rather, the proposed resolution would provide the Board with the flexibility to determine whether remuneration should be paid to future Presidents / Chairs and, if so, the amount of that remuneration. The resolution does not require remuneration to be paid and does not prescribe any particular amount. Any remuneration would be determined by the Board from time to time, having regard to the responsibilities of the role, governance considerations and the needs of the organisation.
It is noted that even if Resolution 2 is passed, under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (Corporations Act), SACA cannot pay remuneration to any of its related parties (which includes the President / Chair) unless that remuneration is reasonable having regard to the circumstances of SACA and the responsibilities of the President / Chair. If the remuneration is not reasonable then it cannot be paid unless SACA obtains a further approval from Voting Members. Further, when determining what remuneration (if any) is to be paid, the SACA Board members are subject to various duties, including duties to act with care and diligence, in good faith and in the best interests of SACA. Accordingly, Members can take comfort that any remuneration that the Board may in future resolve to pay to a future President / Chair of SACA must be reasonable and in the best interests of SACA.
The Board considers that this flexibility to determine the appropriate amount of remuneration to be paid to the President / Chair from time to time will support effective succession planning and strengthen SACA's ability to continue attracting and retaining high-calibre leaders with the requisite skills and experience in the future.
Why is this change proposed?
The role of President / Chair has evolved significantly and requires a substantial commitment of time, expertise, leadership and accountability. SACA is a large member-based sporting organisation, with substantial revenue and assets and a broad range of responsibilities and stakeholder relationships. The President / Chair is responsible for leading the Board, overseeing effective governance, decision-making, organisational strategy, performance and risk and acting as a key representative of SACA with its members, Cricket Australia, government, commercial and other partners, the media and the broader community.
As the President / Chair must be appointed from among SACA's Directors, the Board considers that providing flexibility to remunerate future holders of the role may assist in attracting and retaining a broader range of suitably qualified candidates with the skills, experience and capacity to undertake its significant responsibilities.
RECOMMENDATION
The SACA Board unanimously recommends that Voting Members vote in favour of Resolution 2.
The Board considers that providing the flexibility to remunerate future Presidents / Chairs, where appropriate, will support strong governance, effective succession planning and SACA's ability to continue to attract and retain suitably qualified leaders for the future.
The Board notes that the current SACA Chair and President, Mr William Rayner, will not seek remuneration while he performs the role (if re-elected).
Accordingly, any future remuneration would apply only to future Presidents / Chairs.
RESOLUTION 3
RE-APPOINTMENT OF BDO AUDIT PTY LTD AS AUDITOR
To consider and, if thought fit, pass the following resolution as an ordinary resolution:
“That, for the purposes of the Corporations Act and for all other purposes, having been nominated by a Member of SACA, BDO Audit Pty Ltd be re-appointed as auditor of SACA”.
EXPLANATORY NOTES TO RESOLUTION 3
At SACA’s 2025 Annual General Meeting, BDO Audit Pty Ltd was formally appointed as auditor of SACA following a competitive tender process.
Under the Corporations Act, where an auditor is appointed at the same general meeting at which the previous auditor ceases to hold office, that appointment expires at the next annual general meeting. Accordingly, BDO Audit Pty Ltd's current appointment expires at the conclusion of this AGM.
The Board recommends the re-appointment of BDO Audit Pty Ltd as auditor of SACA.
Copies of the member nomination of BDO Audit Pty Ltd for re-appointment as auditor and BDO Audit Pty Ltd’s written consent to act as auditor are attached, here and here respectively.
If Resolution 3 is passed, BDO Audit Pty Ltd will be re-appointed as auditor of SACA in accordance with the Corporations Act. Unlike the appointment approved at the 2025 AGM, this re-appointment will not expire at the next AGM and will continue unless and until BDO Audit Pty Ltd resigns, is removed or otherwise ceases to hold office in accordance with the Corporations Act.
RECOMMENDATION
The SACA Board unanimously recommends that Voting Members vote in favour of Resolution 3 to re-appoint BDO Audit Pty Ltd as auditor of SACA on an ongoing basis.
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