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Reviewing your bank
Whether you're choosing a banking partner for your organisation, or have been with your current…
Finance for treasurers
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Risk management for treasurers
A risk is any event or action that harms your organisation's reputation or your ability to achieve…
Special Events Budgeting
You need to be absolutely meticulous in budgeting and accounting for a special event. You need to…
Strategic planning for treasurers
Strategic planning comes before budgeting. The treasurer should be involved in the overall business…
The role of the Treasurer
What makes people become treasurers of community organisations? Some gravitate to the role because…
Top treasurers’ tips for turbulent times
Australia’s best community treasurers come from a range of not-for-profits and every corner of the…
Understanding travel expenses
While volunteer board members may not expect to be rewarded for their services, the absence of any…
Articles
People with purpose: By George, there’s still work to be done
Posted on 14 Jul 2023
“Be inspired, have your say, get involved.”
Minister steps up moves to remove secrecy muzzle from ACNC
Posted on 11 Jul 2023
The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to lifting secrecy provisions that prevent the…
A champion for people with disabilities
Posted on 06 Jul 2023
A few weeks ago I went to Rosemary Crossley’s memorial service in Melbourne’s St Paul’s cathedral.…
Canberra acts to simplify DGR
Posted on 29 Jun 2023
The federal government has streamlined the process for some charities wishing to apply for…
Institute of Community Directors Australia (ICDA) invests $4.5 million in better governance and free news service for not-for-profits
Posted on 29 Jun 2023
Australia’s leading body for not-for-profit leaders is responding to the cost-of-living crisis by…
Charities report reveals covid-era volunteering drop could have been worse
Posted on 26 Jun 2023
Our Community thinker in residence Chris Borthwick delivers his take on the recently released…
Mining magnate Twiggy Forrest gives $5 billion boost to own charity
Posted on 22 Jun 2023
Australia’s richest man, Andrew “Twiggy” Forrest, has given a $5 billion boost to Minderoo…
Australians more generous to the tune of $676 million: ACNC Report
Posted on 22 Jun 2023
The amount of money donated by Australians to charity each year has increased by $676 million 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…
Advice Guides
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
If you've come looking for this policy we're sorry to say that it's in need of a service, and…
Investment Planning Policy
Boards are responsible for ensuring that the organisation operates within a responsible,…
Reimbursement Policy
Staff or volunteers may on occasion be required to pay expenses consequent on their employment out…