Governance Statement

Perth Markets Group Limited (PMG) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance. Our governance framework is designed to ensure transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability, aligning with the interests of all stakeholders, including shareholders, employees, customers, and the broader community.

Board of Directors

The Board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of PMG, overseeing the management of the business, and ensuring that the company operates in a manner consistent with its mission, values, and regulatory obligations. The Board comprises experienced directors with diverse skills across agriculture, finance, property management, and business operations.

Key roles of the Board include:

• Setting the strategic goals and ensuring their effective implementation.
• Monitoring financial performance and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting.
• Managing risks, ensuring robust internal controls, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Ensuring that a culture of strong ethical standards and corporate responsibility permeates the company.

Corporate Governance Charter

Our Governance Charter aligns with the principles of the ASX Corporate Governance Council and is designed as an overarching statement of governance framework and policy.

To prescribe a range of governance principles and practices to apply to the Organisation covering the following:

Board Structure and Independence: The Board is composed of independent non-executive directors, shareholder representative non-executive directors, and industry representative non-executive directors, all of whom are committed to maintaining independence of thought and judgment at all times.

Risk Management: PMG has implemented a comprehensive risk management program to identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may impact business operations.

Compliance: We are committed to full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards, including environmental, occupational health and safety, and market regulations.

Stakeholder Engagement: PMG is committed to engaging with stakeholders to ensure their views are considered in decision-making processes. This includes transparent reporting and open communication with shareholders, market tenants, and local communities.

Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility

As the operator of Western Australia’s central market hub, PMG acknowledges the importance of environmental stewardship, sustainability, and community engagement. We integrate these values into our corporate strategy and governance approach, ensuring that business decisions support both short-term performance and long-term societal benefit.

Ethical Standards

The company is dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards. Our Code of Conduct provides a framework for ethical decision-making and is regularly reviewed to reflect changing regulatory environments and best practices.

Click here to view our Governance Charter.