Leadership programs: becoming an agent for change
Social Leadership Australia is running a four-day Adaptive Leadership Program from 7-10 August 2012 and scholarships are available for not-for-profits to attend.
Not-for-profit wins project management award
The Asia Pacific Federation of Project Management has awarded the Brisbane City Council an inaugural Project Management Achievement Award for its Three New Community Pools Project.
New resources available to help not-for-profits
Third Sector has launched a new online shop to provide not-for-profit organisations, associations and charities with a central toolkit that will lead to successful decision-making, staff training and idea generation.
Update on not-for-profit reform
It has been announced that reforms in the not-for-profit sector will be implemented in stages to allow organisations to transition to the new regulatory framework.
$200,000 available for not-for-profits
The Federal Government is offering grants of up to $200,000 to eligible not-for-profit organisations that wish to undertake a project associated with its recently announced Child Aware Approaches initiative.
Australia’s first charity celebrates 199 years of achievement
Australia’s first charity, The Benevolent Society, is celebrating its 199th birthday as it continues to play a pivotal role in supporting Australian communities and acting as a catalyst for social change.
Is your publication really worthwhile?
Having a regular publication can increase your not-for-profit organisation’s profile and generate more members or donors. However, it is important to take a closer look at the economics of publishing and assess if producing a magazine in-house is an efficient strategy for your organisation.
New association appointments
The Victorian Vocational Rehabilitation Association and the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia have appointed new CEOs, and the Local Government and Shires Association of NSW have selected two new experts to join their review panel.
Nonprofit strategy forums discuss ‘modernisation’ of the sector
With the pending start-up of the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission on 1 July, the annual nonprofit strategy forums will discuss the new regulatory environment for not-for-profit organisations.
Standardisation of the term ‘not-for-profit’
Federal Government Assistant Treasurer David Bradbury has released a revised exposure draft that standardises the term ‘not-for-profit’ throughout tax laws.
