Essendon have apologised to Andrew Thorburn, saying the dispute with the AFL membership’s short-lived chief government is over and conceding his exit was poorly dealt with.
Thorburn selected to resign simply someday after being appointed to the job at Essendon in October, as a consequence of his function as chair of a church with divisive views round abortion and homosexuality.
The former NAB boss vowed to take motion in opposition to the Bombers for being positioned ready the place he had to decide on between the job at Essendon and his function at City on a Hill church.
But Essendon and Thornburn confirmed on Tuesday the matter can be going no additional.
“A critical element of this resolution is to enable a wider community conversation on the importance of freedom of conscience, religion and belief and how to have respectful dialogue between people with different views and perspectives,” the joint assertion between Essendon and Thorburn learn.
“All people should be respected and welcomed in workplaces and community organisations.
“No-one ought to have to decide on between their religion or sexuality, and their employment.
“The club acknowledges that the events of October should have been handled better and apologises for the impact it had on Mr Thorburn, his family and others.”
Essendon mentioned Thorburn, a long-time Bombers supporter, stays welcome on the membership, and likewise confirmed it will make a donation to an ethics institute.
“The club reiterates that he is a person of integrity who treats others, whether at work or elsewhere, with dignity and respect,” the assertion learn.
“He has a strong track record of leadership including with respect to diversity and inclusion of LGBTIQ and other minority groups.”
In a put up on Thorburn’s LinkedIn web page, the 57-year-old mentioned he would step away from all “formal responsibilities” in February and take a yr off.
“The last few months have been difficult, yet it has also given me hope and strength,” Thorburn wrote.
“This has come from the many people who have reached out to me and provided love, prayers and support through these challenging times.”
