Governance

The Constitution of a company is a primary corporate governance document which must be adhered to by the Board. This is the Diversa Constitution as amended at 15 January 2009.

The Board Charter details the operation of the Diversa Board including its role and responsibilities, committees and operating procedures.

The Company’s Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards Policy ensures that all Directors, employees and contractors understand the behaviour and actions expected of them throughout and after their employment.

When a listed company becomes aware of any information that could be expected to have a material effect on the price or value of the Company’s securities, it must immediately disclose that information to the ASX. This document outlines Diversa's approach to continuous disclosure.

The aim of this policy is to promote effective and timely communication with shareholders and encourage effective participation at general meetings.

This policy outlines Diversa's approach to risk managment within its business operations.

Diversa monitors and evaluates the performance of its Board, its Board Committees, individual Directors and key Executives in order to fairly review and actively encourage enhanced Board and management effectiveness. This document summarises our approach.

One of the responsibilities of the Board as a whole is to consider issues relating to its composition, independence and structure in order to fulfil its requirements under the Board Charter. This document outlines Diversa's policy and procedure in this area.

As a listed company, key Diversa management and Directors are restricted from trading in it's securities and are subject to Insider Trading prohibitions. This document details Diversa's Securities Trading Policy.

This document outlines the responsibilities of Diversa's Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer.