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Vicinity Centres: Chairman Trevor Gerber announces 2026 retirement

Vicinity Centres announces Chairman Trevor Gerber's retirement in 2026 and appoints Patrick Allaway as Chairman-elect.

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The Vicinity Centres Ltd (ASX: VCX) share price is in focus after the company announced Chairman Trevor Gerber will retire at the 2026 AGM, with Patrick Allaway to succeed as Chairman-elect effective 15 June 2026.

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What did Vicinity Centres report?

  • Chairman Trevor Gerber to retire after eleven years of service, effective 28 October 2026 AGM
  • Patrick Allaway appointed as Non-executive Director and Chairman-elect from 15 June 2026
  • Gerber led the company through a multi-year investment and repositioning strategy
  • No financial or dividend updates were included in this announcement

What else do investors need to know?

Vicinity Centres highlighted the significant contribution of Trevor Gerber, noting his leadership through the COVID-19 pandemic and during a period of strategic refocus toward premium retail assets. The company credits Gerber for leaving the business well-positioned, with a clear strategy and robust financial footing.

Patrick Allaway joins the board with over 30 years' experience across financial and capital markets, and a strong background in corporate advisory. He brings industry expertise from previous roles at major listed businesses such as Bank of Queensland Ltd (ASX: BOQ) and Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Ltd (ASX: NEC)

What's next for Vicinity Centres?

Following this leadership transition, the company says it will continue its focus on delivering sustained income and value growth through its premium retail asset strategy. Incoming Chairman Patrick Allaway highlighted his intention to work closely with the board and executive team to build on current momentum and further position Vicinity as a leader in the sector.

The brokerage's forward focus appears to be on maintaining asset quality, disciplined management, and continuing to create value for securityholders as the new chairperson takes over.

Vicinity Centres share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Vicinity Centres shares have risen 2%, slightly trailing the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen 3% over the same period.

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