Governance · Australian business guide
Company Governance and Director Duties
Connect the Corporations Act, the company constitution, board process and evidence trail so directors can make and implement decisions properly.
At a glance
- 01
Find the rule
Start with the exact statutory provision, constitution or replaceable rule.
- 02
Manage conflicts
Disclose interests and separate personal benefit from the company’s interests.
- 03
Record the decision
Keep board papers, resolutions and reasons proportionate to the decision’s risk.
Selected reading
Understand the issue before deciding what to do next
Start with these articles for the key rules, then check the official sources before you act.
Primary sources
Source links checked 20 July 2026. Confirm the current rule before acting.
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Put the right documents and advice behind your decision
This guide is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. The right path depends on the entity, documents and commercial facts.