Nominations for the AUDS AGM are still open! We’re looking for members - new & old - to step up and lead AUDS into 2026!

We strongly encourage everyone to consider getting involved. If you have questions about any of the roles, feel free to approach our current committee members to learn more. No previous leadership experience required, all you need is dedication and a love for debating!

Apply for a committee position below*. Applications are open until the AGM, and nominations can also be made on the day at the AGM.

*N.B. To apply for Executive positions, an Executive endorsement must be sought from a current Executive member on the AUDS Committee.

Voting

Check out our current nominations below! We encourage everyone to come to our AGM to have a say on who represents you in 2026. Nil meeting experience required!

Note that only members in attendance on the night or have submitted a valid proxy vote by 9am Thursday 18/09/25 will be allowed to vote.

Proxy Voting

If you are unable to make it in person, you may be eligible for a proxy vote. Please email your proxy votes to debating@clubs.youx.org.au by 9am Thursday 18/09/25. To be accepted as a valid proxy vote, you must be a current AUDS member, and specify:

  • Your name and email address

  • The valid reason you cannot attend the annual general meeting

  • The details of the ballot(s) [name of position] that you are wishing to lodge a proxy vote for.

Nominations

President

  • Isaac Jacobs

  • Jess Zhang

Vice President

  • Isaac Jacobs

  • Jess Zhang

Secretary

  • Bede Hansch-Maher

Treasurer

  • Arth Tiwari

People & Culture Director

  • Theodore Lysaght

  • Max C. Stewart

  • Zihao Wu

Communications Officer

  • Sarthak Vats

  • Aadi Malhotra

  • Jess Zhang

Business & Partnerships Manager

  • Aadi Malhotra

  • Roe Bird

Events & Intervarsity Officer

  • Bede Hansch-Maher

  • Aadi Malhotra

  • Max C. Stewart

  • Darshi Pandithage

  • Roe Bird

Education Officer

  • Max C. Stewart

  • Roe Bird