Push for human rights to be enshrined in law receives widespread support
Posted on 04 Jun 2024
Civil society advocates have applauded a new report tabled in federal Parliament which recommends…
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Articles
Researchers launch new tool for building social cohesion
Posted on 04 Jun 2024
The nation’s leading social cohesion research organisation has launched a new online platform…
Good data management at the heart of sector success
Posted on 03 Jun 2024
In an increasingly digital world, corporate companies are using data and technology to improve…
People with Purpose: From high-flying travel to high-flying advocacy
Posted on 01 Jun 2024
After travelling the world, Community Council for Australia partnerships manager Deborah Smith set…
Time for your election campaign?
Posted on 29 May 2024
The upcoming federal election is an opportunity for charities and community organisations to help…
Philanthropists unite to back resilience in the bush
Posted on 28 May 2024
A quartet of philanthropic organisations has banded together to help regional not-for-profits…
People with Purpose: Meowtivated by a love of cats
Posted on 28 May 2024
Volunteer cat carer Jacquelyn Balestiero finds adopting friendless felines has enriched her life.
Minister issues call to arms to defend young Australians against perils of social media
Posted on 24 May 2024
A senior federal government minister has lamented the corrosive effect that unbridled access to…
Checklists
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Making sure your annual report is complete
Once you have completed your annual report, use the following checklist to make sure you haven't…
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Preparing for bequests
Use this checklist to help determine if your organisation is ready to establish a wills/bequests…
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Treasurer's checklist: Can your group be trusted with money?
If you're asking for grants, you have to be able to guarantee you can handle the money. The…
Policies
Budget Planning Policy
Boards are responsible for overseeing the budget of the organisation and for ensuring that the…
Delegations Policy
This policy sets out the circumstances under which the Board may delegate its responsibilities.…
Financial Controls Policy
Finances and financial transactions, including credit cards, cheques, and petty cash, if properly…
Fraud Risk Management Policy
Just like commercial organisations, not-for-profit organisations may be subject to fraudulent…
Investment Planning Policy
Boards are responsible for ensuring that the organisation operates within a responsible,…
Procurement policy
Purchasing decisions can have a big impact on an organisation’s finances, reputation, and…
Reimbursement Policy
Staff or volunteers may on occasion be required to pay expenses consequent on their employment out…