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Helia is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Senkevics as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director. Helia Chair, Leona Murphy said “Mark brings more than 25 years of insurance industry experience including leadership positions across Australia, New Zealand and Asia-Pacific markets. He is well placed to lead Helia as it builds on its 60-year heritage of supporting Australians to buy, invest and upgrade their homes." Commenting on the appointment, Mr Senkevics said “I’m excited to be joining Helia at a pivotal time for the Australian home ownership and lending landscape. Helia has built a strong reputation through the expertise and commitment of its people and I look forward to working with the talented Helia team, its customers and partners to build on the Company's vision to be Australia’s most trusted risk partner for home lending.” Interim CEO Michael Cant will continue in the role until Mark starts to enable a smooth transition, after which Michael will retire from full time executive work and pursue non-executive opportunities. Leona Murphy said “On behalf of the Board, I want to pass on our thanks to Mr Cant for his service as Interim CEO since 1 July 2025 and prior to that as Chief Financial Officer. Michael has been an outstanding leader for the organisation. His dedication, expertise and professionalism have left an invaluable impact, and we wish him the best as he moves into the next phase of his career.” We are also pleased to announce that Craig Ward will be appointed Chief Financial Officer from 1 July 2026, after serving in the role of Interim CFO since 1 July 2025. Read the full ASX release here: https://lnkd.in/gPaMHaZH