The twenty-second Annual General meeting (AGM) of Football Australia Limited was held at (3:00pm AEST) on Friday, 23 May 2025 at Football Australia's offices, in Sydney and via videoconference. The AGM coincided with the release of the Football Australia 2024 Annual Report.
During the AGM, members received and reviewed Football Australia's Annual Report, which covered 12 months to 31 December 2024. Members also considered the Annual Budget for FY25 and discussed the organisation's activities during the period.
An election was held for a Director position on the Football Australia Board, as stipulated by its Constitution. Mr. Anter Isaac, proposed by Football West and seconded by Melbourne Victory, was re-elected for a further term expiring at the 2028 AGM.
Following the AGM, the Board convened and unanimously re-elected Mr. Anter Isaac as Chairman.
In his address, Chairman Isaac shared his vision for the strategic direction of Football Australia, and commented on the 2024 Annual Report.
Quotes attributable to Football Australia Chairman, Mr Anter Isaac:
"The past year has been one of strategic renewal and disciplined ambition. We have invested in future-ready foundations, and navigated significant changes across our National Teams-all while continuing to grow commercial strength and community engagement. Though it all, our focus remains clear: to build a football ecosystem that is united, resilient and ready for the future. "
"However, we are not satisfied and look towards continued improvement. That is our obligation to grassroots football and all our football stakeholders.
"Heather Garriock becoming the first woman to lead the organisation, as Interim CEO, will bring an unmatched passion for the game, deep football knowledge, executive acumen and a clear vision for the future. We are confident in her ability to lead Football Australia with strength, unity and a mindset of service that reflects the values of our entire football family."
"2024 was a year of laying the foundation for football's future, with purposeful financial, structural and cultural investment. Despite a reported accounting deficit, our cash position remains strong and sustainable.
"As we look to the horizon, our priorities are clear: finalise the Matildas' new coach, support the Socceroos' World Cup qualification campaign, deliver a successful AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026, and lay the foundation for a truly national second-tier competition - the Australian Championship. We are moving to four-year football cycles to ensure footballing activity is better synchronised with business operations and budget. We continue evolving our digital and physical infrastructure while uniting our football family under the shared values and enduring principles that will define Football's future in Australia."
"On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Jaclyn Lee-Joe for her service, dedication and commitment to the Board and Football Australia. Jaclyn will always be part of the Football Australia family."
The Football Australia Board comprises the following members:
- Anter ISAAC - Chair
- Joseph CARROZZI AM
- Christine HOLMAN
- Sam CICCARELLO
- Catriona NOBLE
- Spiro PAPPAS
