governance

Guidelines: Whole-of-organisation governance

whole_of_organisation_governance A clear whole-of-organisation governance framework supports the achievement of the organisation’s strategic objectives by clarifying that decision-making is tied to risk and there is accountability for the exercise of authority. But it is also about empowering employees — allowing them to respond … Continued

Starting and Running your Community Organisation: A Guide

startingandrunningyourcommunityorganisation_aguide This Guide to establishing and running successful and sustainable community organisations aims to improve participation by new and emerging community members in Australian society and strengthen their ability to better support their communities.

Managing Culture – A good practice guide

managing-culture-good-practice-guide The multidimensional approach to exploring risk culture written about here draws out best practice and informs pathways to change. Importantly though, a chapter is assigned to the roles and responsibilities for those who govern and direct businesses. The book explores good … Continued

Introduction to the Board Member Role

Introduction_to_the_board_member_role_for_new_board_members As a new board member, you should understand the role of the board you sit on and your role as a member of that board. This fact sheet has been prepared to help new board members understand these roles, … Continued

NSW Fair Trading – About Associations

Incorporation of an association_ Fair Trading NSW managing-culture-good-practice-guide While there are benefits to be gained from incorporation, there are also obligations. These include annual reporting obligations, maintaining minutes, proper financial and membership records and registers. Incorporation is not compulsory and you may … Continued

Incorporated Associations in the ACT – Guide

Incorporated associations in the ACT guide The purpose of this guide is to support the administration of the Associations Incorporation Act 1991 (the Act) by providing information for applicants and existing associations on their obligations.

Fiduciary duty

fiduciary_duty Officers and directors control the destiny of the company, not for their own benefit but rather for the benefit of all members. They are the stewards of the company’s property and operations and they are accountable for that stewardship.

NSW – Starting an Association

fairtrading.nsw.gov.au-Starting an association The steps to incorporate vary, depending on whether your group is just starting out or is already an unincorporated body, a co-operative or a company. You cannot incorporate if you are planning to operate as a business … Continued

Guide to the legal duties of not-for-profit committee members, directors and office holders

Duties_Guide_CTH_2 This guide is about the legal duties that apply to people involved in governing not-for-profit (NFP) organisations in Australia – that is, people who sit on a committee or board, or are office holders (someone with control and influence … Continued

Smart Business – A guide to operating an incorporated association in Queensland

If you are involved in operating an incorporated association in Queensland, this guide will help you understand your rights and responsibilities. It will also assist in making sure your incorporated association’s operations comply with both the Associations Incorporation Act 1981 and Associations Incorporation Regulation … Continued

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