Northern Star Resources Ltd has set a 30% target for female Directors by the financial year ending June 2026 (FY26) and aims to increase the number of female apprentices by 5% over a three-year period. The company also introduced a Pay Equity Policy in FY26 to ensure pay equity for all employee groups and address gender pay gaps.
Material Actions and Disclosures
The Board of Northern Star Resources has established measurable objectives for gender diversity, including a target of 30% female Directors by FY26. As of June 30, 2026, the company reported a female participation rate of 23.3% among all Group employees. Additionally, the company has a Diversity and Inclusion Policy and initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion, including a Flexible Work Policy implemented in 2025.
The company also supports employees with family and caring responsibilities through various leave entitlements, such as parental leave, personal and carer’s leave, compassionate leave, and unpaid family and domestic violence leave. The company has a paid parental leave policy, and during FY26, 51 female and 128 male employees took paid primary or secondary carer’s parental leave.
Forward Commitments
The Board will review the Diversity Policy annually and continue to promote diversity and inclusion through various programs and initiatives. The company will also address gender pay gaps through regular reviews and the Pay Equity Policy. The company will maintain its commitment to ethical and responsible behavior as outlined in the Code of Conduct and STARR Core Values.
Northern Star Resources Ltd continues to support employees with family and caring responsibilities and will continue to implement and support the Flexible Work Policy. The company will also provide independent, objective third-line assurance over the effectiveness of governance, internal controls, and risk management through internal audit.
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