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October 2008

Third Sector

October 2008

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Q&A with Senator Stephens

Q&A with Senator Stephens

The Parliamentary Secretary for Social Inclusion and the Voluntary Sector, Senator Ursula Stephens, outlines some of the Rudd Government’s plans for the not-for-profit sector in this country.

Notes from a 2020 Summiteer

Notes from a 2020 Summiteer

Melissa Conley Tyler

What was it like to be at the 2020 Summit? Was it genuine? Was it just a PR stunt? National Executive Director of the Australian Institute of International Affairs, Melissa Conley Tyler, takes us on the emotional rollercoaster that was 2020.

Political Leadership of Not-For-Profits

Political Leadership of Not-For-Profits

Margot Cairnes

Not-for-profits are political entities and should partake in healthy political engagement to ensure their continued success.

Advocate, educate and save lives

Advocate, educate and save lives

Zelda Tupicoff

The National Stroke Foundation is one of 41,000 not-for-profit organisations in Australia competing to increase public awareness of their cause, raise funds, influence government policy decisions and provide services to meet the needs of their stakeholders. So how do they make their voice heard?

Gold Coast vs Brisbane; beautiful one day, perfect the next…

Gold Coast vs Brisbane; beautiful one day, perfect the next…

Zelda Tupicoff

The ‘Sunshine State’ rivalry heats up with the two big cities vying for the honour of events capital of Queensland.

Help is at hand for not-for-profits

Help is at hand for not-for-profits

Kerry Hicks

Like for-profit organisations, there is an expectation that not-for-profits (NFPs), in particular charitable NFPs, are accountable and transparent about their operations. This is achieved by improving disclosure and reporting and adopting contemporary governance practices.

Ticket to ride

Ticket to ride

Zelda Tupicoff

A self-funded community organisation, Bicycle Victoria is owned collectively by its 40,000 members. With the mission of “getting more people cycling more often”, the association organises a range of public events including The Great Victorian Bike Ride, an annual celebration of cycling and an epic week long journey around the state.

Planning the perfect public event

Planning the perfect public event

Andi Mether

A public event can be just what you need to raise money, generate publicity and boost membership - but what is involved and where should you start?

Governance challenges for the not-for-profit sector

Dr Gavin Nicholson

Succession and development of boards and management, articulating and actioning the mission focus, and realising the similarities and differences in for-profit and not-for-profits are some of the major challenges facing the not-for-profit sector in Australia.

Who needs members?

Who needs members?

Zelda Tupicoff

What does membership mean to your association? How does the structure of your association shape membership services? How effectively do you gain and keep members?

The art of the business card

Tania Ennor

Your business card is a reflection of your organisation, so make sure you get it right.

Youth Challenge Australia appoints new executive director

Youth Challenge Australia appoints new executive director

Nicholas Goodwin has been appointed the new Executive Director of Youth Challenge Australia, based in Sydney. He replaces Sebastien Brignano who has gone to work for Medecins Sans Frontieres in Chad.

Nick Koerbin takes the helm at Materials Australia

Nick Koerbin takes the helm at Materials Australia

Materials Australia has announced Nick Koerbin as its new CEO, replacing Maruta Rodan who retired earlier this year.

Arts Festival appoints new Philanthropy Executive

Arts Festival appoints new Philanthropy Executive

The Melbourne International Arts Festival is pleased to announce that Amy Williamson has joined their development team as Philanthropy Executive.

New CEO for aids trust of Australia

The Chair of the AIDS Trust of Australia Robert Furley has announced that the Nick Toonen has been appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer.

The AusIMM announces new CEO

The AusIMM announces new CEO

Michael Catchpole has been appointed to the position of Chief Executive Officer of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (The AusIMM).

PCB appoints new managing director

PCB appoints new managing director

Perth Convention Bureau (PCB) has promoted Christine McLean to the role of Managing Director.

AuSAE launched in Tasmania

AuSAE launched in Tasmania

Nick Koerbin

The Master Plumbers Association, the Cancer Council of Tasmania and the Australian Medical Association were among the organisations represented at the first meeting of the Tasmanian branch of Australian Society of Association Executives (AuSAE).

Become a certified association executive

Become a certified association executive

If you are an association professional then you should consider the benefits of the professional accreditation on offer through the Australian Society of Association Executives’ Certified Association Executive Program.

National Third Sector leaders’ symposium – A must see event!

National Third Sector leaders’ symposium – A must see event!

If you are a leader of an association or another not-for-profit organisation there will be an opportunity on 28 October 2008 for you to make a difference to Australia’s future – don’t miss out!

Australians are richer but giving less

Australians are richer but giving less

A recent study by The Australian Centre for Philanthropy and Not-for-profit Studies (CPNS) has found that despite their increased prosperity, many wealthy Australians are not giving as much as their overseas counterparts.

Two awards for the Sydney Exhibition and Convention centre

Two awards for the Sydney Exhibition and Convention centre

The Sydney Exhibition and Convention Centre has won the New South Wales Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) Industry Award for its achievements as a meeting venue for 2007, while also being presented with the Variety International Corporate Award for 2008.

Charities turn to Facebook

Social networking sites such as Facebook may provide welcome relief to Australian charities struggling to overcome the do-not-call register and spam filters.

Development of National Compact

As part of its social inclusion agenda the Federal Government has established an expert panel to work towards developing a National Compact with Australia’s not-for-profit sector, which aims to improve and strengthen the working relationship between the two bodies.

Association members are happier and wealthier than non-members

The William E. Smith Institute for Association Research has released its third research project report Where the Winners Meet: Why Happier, More Successful People Gravitate Toward Associations, which reveals that on average, association members earn higher salaries, like their jobs more, and are happier people than those who do not join associations.

Record number at volunteering conference

Record number at volunteering conference

The Volunteering Australia National Conference proved to be a huge success with a record 530 delegates converging on the Gold Coast to discuss the latest in recruitment, retention and management of volunteers.

NAB releases volunteer program review

NAB releases volunteer program review

The National Australia Bank (NAB) has released a ten year review of its volunteer program outlining a number of key elements in the success of a corporate volunteering program, including simplicity, adaptability and ongoing dedication.

New version of Volunteers and Tax guide

The Australian Tax Office (ATO) has recently released a new version of its Volunteers and tax guide.

New publishers on board

Third Sector is now published by Great Southern Press in partnership with the Australian Society of Association Executives (AuSAE).

AIM wins gold

AIM wins gold

The Australian Institute of Management (AIM) has been recognised for its career development and training programs, winning a gold medal in the recent inaugural Human Capital Top 5 Reader Survey.

Ray North retires from ALPGA

The General Manager of the Australian Liquefied Petroleum Gas Association (ALPGA), Ray North, has announced his retirement and has named Steve Woodward as his successor.

New free online service improves return to work

Not-for-profit group ResWorks (The Foundation for Research into Injury and Illness in the Workplace) has established a free online service that aims to inform employees, employers, practitioners and insurers on the best worldwide research on return to work issues.

What does publishing in-house really cost?

What does publishing in-house really cost?

Chris Bland

A regular publication can increase your association’s profile and generate more members, but have you looked at the economics and assessed the true cost of producing a magazine in-house?

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