Woodside Petroleum's naming of departing Wesfarmers chief executive Richard Goyder as its next chairman to replace Michael Chaney has raised eyebrows among investors who are questioning the apparently limited pool of alternative board talent in Perth.
While Mr Goyder's eminent suitability for the role is not in doubt, the appointment is being described as "cosy" by some investors given Mr Chaney holds the chair at Wesfarmers.
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