Co-operatives National Regulation (Queensland)
sch.5-sec.43Special resolutions (CNL ss238–241)
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sch.5-sec.43 Special resolutions (CNL ss238–241)
A special resolution is a resolution that is passed: by a two-thirds majority at a general meeting; or by a two-thirds majority in a postal ballot (other than a special postal ballot) of members; or by a three-quarters majority in a special postal ballot of members. A notice of special resolution is required to be given to members at least 21 days before the vote or ballot time (or 28 days notice in the case of a special postal ballot). The notice of special resolution must state: the intention to propose the special resolution; and the reasons for proposing the special resolution; and the effect of the special resolution being passed. Voting majorities for ordinary and special resolutions and special postal ballots are defined in the Law along with how a majority is counted and the requirements for registration of special resolutions. (sch.5-sec.43-ssec.1) A special resolution is a resolution that is passed: by a two-thirds majority at a general meeting; or by a two-thirds majority in a postal ballot (other than a special postal ballot) of members; or by a three-quarters majority in a special postal ballot of members. (sch.5-sec.43-ssec.2) A notice of special resolution is required to be given to members at least 21 days before the vote or ballot time (or 28 days notice in the case of a special postal ballot). (sch.5-sec.43-ssec.3) The notice of special resolution must state: the intention to propose the special resolution; and the reasons for proposing the special resolution; and the effect of the special resolution being passed.
- (a) by a two-thirds majority at a general meeting; or
- (b) by a two-thirds majority in a postal ballot (other than a special postal ballot) of members; or
- (c) by a three-quarters majority in a special postal ballot of members.
- (a) the intention to propose the special resolution; and
- (b) the reasons for proposing the special resolution; and
- (c) the effect of the special resolution being passed.