KPMG Australia says independent director Patty Akopiantz has resigned, with reports noting she quietly stepped down last month. All three outlets describe the change as one of the last remaining independent directorships at the firm becoming vacant. The resignation is also linked to the earlier departure of former NSW Premier Mike Baird, suggesting a broader reduction in KPMG’s independent director representation over the same period. The sources agree that Akopiantz’s exit was not widely publicized at the time, but it is reported now as a notable development for the firm’s governance and board composition. Beyond identifying her resignation and the timing, the articles do not provide further detail on the reasons for her departure, any replacement, or immediate governance implications. Overall, the reports present Akopiantz’s resignation as a confirmed personnel change that leaves KPMG with fewer independent directors following Baird’s prior exit.