Voting is now open for the position of HERDSA President Elect/President and closes at 5.00pm AEST on 24 April 2026. All HERDSA members are encouraged to vote.

You must log into the HERDSA web site and be a current HERDSA member to be eligible to vote.

Vote online at  https://herdsa.org.au/president-elect-election-2026 

The position of HERDSA President requires a three year commitment. For the first year, beginning at the 2026 conference in July, the successful candidate serves as President Elect, or the current President when already holding that position. From July 2027 the nominee elected as President for 2027-2029 has two years as President before another election is required.  The maximum a President can serve is 6 years.

Candidate statements are online at:

• Edward Palmer https://herdsa.org.au/election-statement/edward-palmer
• Christy Collis, https://herdsa.org.au/election-statement/christy-collis

After you have made your selection press "Submit". NOTE: It is possible to review your submission until the close of voting at 5.00pm AEDT 24 April 2026.