ASX ANNOUNCEMENT A.B.C. LEARNING CENTRES LIMITED (ASX:ABS) BOARD AND MANAGEMENT CHANGES A.B.C. Learning Centres Limited (“ABC”) has today announced that Eddy Groves and Dr. Le Neve Groves will be immediately leaving all Board and Management positions with the Company. Mr Rowan Webb has been appointed interim Chief Executive Officer with effect from 1st October 2008. Rowan is the former Managing Director of Colorado Group, the Brisbane based retailer and was a member of Colorado’s management team for over 11 years. A search for a permanent CEO will commence immediately. Peter Trimble, the newly appointed Chief Financial Officer, will assume his responsibilities once the 2008 financial accounts are finalised. Matthew Horton, General Counsel and Company Secretary will join the Board on an interim basis. Commenting on the announcement, ABC Chairman David Ryan said: “I would like to sincerely thank Eddy and Le Neve for their contributions to the business over 20 years.” We are fortunate to have someone of Mr Webb’s calibre joining ABC at this time. The Board and senior management will work closely with Rowan to ensure an orderly transition. Rowan has the right management and operational expertise to drive improvements in the performance of our core Australia and New Zealand business and will be supported by Peter Trimble, our incoming CFO.” Contacts: Investors and Analysts Andrew Barber, General Manager Corporate Affairs 07 3908 2594 Media enquiries Lisa Keenan Kate Inverarity
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