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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
Golf club basks in solar savings
Posted on 17 Aug 2023
A Melbourne golf club has shown that not-for-profits can afford major green upgrades, without…
Action on climate change will help NFP leaders sleep at night
Posted on 16 Aug 2023
Climate change is our very own modern-day monster, but if we act together, it is possible we will…
Clean, green and increasingly part of the scene
Posted on 16 Aug 2023
We all know electric cars are a powerful weapon in the battle to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Should I stay or should I go?
Posted on 16 Aug 2023
Stepping up into a role as chair of the board is a big deal.
Loans paid through council rates could pay for green upgrades for NFPs
Posted on 16 Aug 2023
The biggest challenge for many not-for-profits wanting to go green is finding finances or…
Answering ageism with art
Posted on 16 Aug 2023
The power of art is being harnessed to help break down the barrier of ageism and foster inclusivity.
Is ALP policy just decoration?
Posted on 15 Aug 2023
While the federal government is well disposed toward the charity and NFP sector, it’s time to start…
Matildas score win for girls’ participation in community sport
Posted on 15 Aug 2023
The Matildas’ round ball heroics have captured the imagination of junior female soccer players…
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…