Australia: a 30% target for women on boards

Various initiatives are taking place, the aim of which is to increase the proportion of women on company boards. In February, the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors set a target of 30% for women on ASX200 company boards, to be met within three years: see here (pdf). A few days ago, the Australian Institute of Company Directors adopted the same target, but argued that it was appropriate for all companies, not just listed companies: see here (pdf).