Former federal minister John Dawkins has been appointed to the board of big building industry super funds Cbus as an independent director.
Dawkins was Trade minister in the Hawke Labor Government.
Announcing Dawkins' appointment, Cbus chief executive David Atkin said the role of independent director brought a unique perspective to activities of the board, while acting in the best interests of Cbus' 655,000 members and 76,000 employers.
Atkin noted Dawkins' depth of experience in the financial services sector, particularly as a director at Sealcorp Holdings (now Asgard Wealth Solutions), and as chairman of Elders Rural Bank.
The $205 billion super fund has appointed Simon Warner as chief investment officer (CIO) following a global search to replace outgoing Damian Graham.
Industry super fund Rest has appointed an interim head of private markets following the exit of Simon Esposito.
Two former Statewide Super executives have been acquitted of dishonesty charges following a trial in the District Court of South Australia.
Allianz Retire+ has announced major leadership changes with the appointment of a new CEO and distribution heads to help expand its presence across the institutional channel.