What was the hiring process, if any, for the appointment made to a board role where the appointee was not drawn from a shortlist provided to you as the responsible Minister?

Answer

Upon submitting his nomination, Langley Cavers underwent the standard appointment process, including an interview and the completion of due diligence checks. His candidacy was included in a recommendation briefing prepared by the Department, which proceeded through the Appointment and Honours Committee and Cabinet processes prior to the subsequent confirmation of the appointment.