Jeff Kennett, beyondblue Chairman, has announced that former Prime Minister Julia Gillard has accepted the invitation to join the Board of beyondblue as a Director. “We are particularly honoured that Julia Gillard has seen fit to join our organisation as we continue to serve those in the community suffering depression and anxiety and who are at risk of suicide,” Mr Kennett said. He said Ms Gillard’s appointment was suitable due to her support for and work to establish…

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With a brand new program promising to inspire, AIME (Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo) 2015 is now open. Industry members from the travel, planning meetings, conference and special events sectors are encouraged to pre-register online from today to secure free entry to the event. Delegates who do not register can still purchase tickets on the door for $25. Scheduled for 24 – 25 February 2015 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, AIME is set to showcase 700 Exhibitors…

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The Primary English Teaching Association Australia (PETAA) has announced the launch of an independent, competitive research grant offered to researchers. The successful applicant must collaborate with teachers and students in primary schools. The annual grant of up to $75,000 will enable researchers to study the efficacy of different educational approaches to teaching English in a primary school setting and must include teachers and schools as research partners. Research must also be conducted…

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Terri Smith is the new CEO of Post and Antenatal Depression Association Inc. (PANDA). She will commence her role on Monday 15 December 2015. Ms Smith has a strong background in community organisations and previously held the position of CEO at Optometry Victoria. Prior to her 7 years at Optometry Australia, Ms Smith was the Deputy CEO/National Program and Policy Manager for Breast Cancer Network Australia, and the Director of Client Services for Moreland Community Health Services. Ms…

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The Australian Dental Association SA (ADASA) has announced their new president is Dr Anthony Smerdon, who was elected last month. He succeeded Dr Janet Fuss. One of Dr Smerdon’s first moves as president was to praise the recent decision to integrate the University of Adelaide’s dentistry and a public dental service. The future of the clinic is secure for the next 30 years and Dr Smerdon hoped the longevity of the project would improve access to dental services for public patients. “The…

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In the wake of the severe storms in Syney and other parts of NSW, Master Electricians Australia (MEA) has opened an emergency hotline number. The hotline is intended to help homeowners quickly and safely get their power suppliers reconnected. The hotline number is 1300 889 198. MEA NSW State Manager Jody McGann said many homes would need to be inspected by a license electrical contractor before the power could be reconnected. “Homeowners who need an electrical safety inspection…

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Trisha Mok has been appointed president of Governance Institute. Ms Mok is only the third woman in the organisation’s 100-year history to be appointed president and chair of the professional association. Outgoing president, Alan Evans, said Ms Mok’s appointment indicated a shift for Governance Institute. “In fact, 10 years ago just 10 per cent of the membership was female. Today it is 25.5 per cent and Trisha is an outstanding example of this change,” he said. Mr Evens went…

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Interest in AIME 2015 is rising as the business event industry leader was named Best Exhibition at the annual Australian Event Awards (AEA).  The Awards receive hundreds of applicants from organisations and associations of all sizes from all over Australia. These entries are whittled down to just four, from which AIME was chosen as the winner.  The other three competitors in the top four were Australian Tourism Exchange 2014 (Tourism Australia), Taste of Sydney 2013…

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Anne Cross, CEO of UnitingCare Queensland has received the honour of Telstra Business Woman of the Year. Telstra said Ms Cross, a former front-line social worker and champion of the not-for-profit sector, has aided hundreds of communities and thousands of people every day by reshaping the way healthcare, community and aged-care services are delivered. Ms Cross said she hoped the accolade would raise the profile of the not-for-profit sector and attract even more high-achieving people…

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The next World Congress of Accountants (WCOA) will be held in Sydney in 2018. The event, which is expected to attract 5000 leading accounting professionals, is the latest to be secured for the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney). To date, ICC Sydney has 18 international business events planned, all revolving around the professional services sector and contributing an estimated economic impact of almost $150 million. The bid for WCOA was led by Alex Malley from CPA Australia…

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The Association of Australian Convention Bureaux (AACB) has answered the Australian Government’s Productivity Commission's call for comment on Australia’s international tourism industry. The study was titled “Australia’s International Business Events Sector: The Economic and Strategic Value Proposition” and examined the benefits of international business events. Deloitte Access Economics partnered with AACB in producing the study. “AACB has been working hard to advocate for a strong…

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The Biometrics Institute has unveiled its new Board, and can boast a wide variety of representatives. The newly appointed Board members come from organisations such as Immigration New Zealand, the FBI, Spanish Ceca Bank and UK Home Office, to name a few. Likewise, there is a unique mix of representation from biometric user (operator) organisations. Arron Baker from Immigration New Zealand said he was honoured to be re-re-elected as Chairperson and outlined a forward-thinking agenda…

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The Corporations Legislation Amendment (Deregulatory and Other Measures) Bill 2014 has been introduced to repeal the “100-member rule” need to call a general meeting. The bill does not include changes to the dividend provisions of the Corporations Act 2001.  The government released an exposure draft earlier this year, which contained reforms to address the difficulties associated with s 254T and the current dividend test, but these reforms were not included in the final bill. This introduction…

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Media release Reed Travel Exhibitions has announced that it has undergone a re-brand of the IBTM portfolio which will now become “ibtm events – connections mean everything”. At the same time 6 of the current 8 events will also have a new brand image and logo identifying them by region (excluding AIME and ICOMEX). Notably, EIBTM is to become “ibtm world” in line with its status as a global industry event. As the world’s leading provider of events for the meetings industry and…

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With the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) on track for its December 2016 opening, AEG Ogden has announced the appointment of two new business development managers. Tina Eggers has been appointed National Business Development Manager and Michelle Nahas has been appointed the Corporate, Government and Events Business Development Manager. ICC Sydney CEO and AEG Ogden Group Director for Convention Centres, Geoff Donaghy said the appointments were timed to capture the…

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The Australian Gift and Homewares Association (AGHA) has appointed Omer Soker as CEO.  Previously, Mr Soker served as Executive General Manager to the AGHA board from December 2013. AGHA President Nigel Kirby praised Mr Soker’s appointment and past service to AGHA. Under Mr Soker’s guidance, Australian wholesalers and retailers will be given more support and ongoing challenges such as globalisation and structural threats will be addressed. With…

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After 12 years as Executive Director, Sue Blundell has announced her intention to step down from her role in September 2015. Marc Weedon-Newstead, Chair of the Board of English Australia, said that Ms Blundell had provided strong leadership to the association in its representation and support of the English Language Sector. “All who are involved in international education will be well aware of Ms Blundell’s outstanding contribution, not only to the English language sector but to…

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The Independent Primary School Heads of Australia (IPSHA) have unveiled their 2014-2016 board. Jill Bosanquet will continue her role as Secretary and Carl Salt will stay on as Treasurer.  Garry Brown OAM has been announced as President elect, and incoming State Presidents have also been elected. Judith Butcher was elected IPSHA (NSW) President for NSW. Ms Butler highlighted the fostering of collegial friendships and professional development as benefits of joining IPSHA. Bruce…

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Former CEO at Domestic Violence NSW (previously Women’s Refuge Movement NSW) Tracy Howe has been appointed the new CEO of NCOSS. Ms Howe has extensive experience in the homelessness sector and early intervention for women and children experiencing domestic violence. During her time at Domestic Violence NSW, Ms Howe brought about organisational change and left the peak body in a stronger position to achieve outcomes for women and children and advocate for the broad range of members working…

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The Asia-Pacific Incentives Meetings Expo (AIME) is the place for suppliers and buyers in the business events industry from Australia, Asia-Pacific and the rest of the globe to connect and do business.  The 2015 AIME Conference will be held in Melbourne on the 24-25 February. Here are some of the statistics that the event produces  93 per cent of Exhibitors…

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The largest conference and events centre in the Hunter Valley has booked it’s first event and is set to open in January 2015. Described as having a light-filled design, the 2,000m of pre-function, meeting and exhibition space is set to market the Hunter Valley as a leading Australian Conference destination. The Centre overlooks garden spaces and golf course greens within Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley and will be comprised of flexible conference rooms that can be broken into separate…

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The Swimming Pool and Spa Association of Australia (SPASA Australia) has elected Gary Nye as CEO. Mr Nye has previously held several senior executive positions in the fast food, general merchandise and food industries at companies such as Bilo Supermarkets, Coles Myer and Target. Most recently, Mr Nye was COO of Clark Rubber as well as President of SPRAA for the last two years, where he assisted in developing the Certificate III and IV in Swimming Pool and Spa Service. SPAS Australia…

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Statistics New Zealand has released new figures showing the number of visitors to the country for a conference or convention has risen 4.4 per cent.  Tourism NZ international business events manager Bjoern Spreitz said the findings were valid and warranted. “Tourism New Zealand has significantly increased its efforts in the business events sector of the last few years and the country is now bidding for, and winning, more international conventions than ever before.”  Mr Spreitz…

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The Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission (ACNC) has released its annual report. More than 60 000 registered Australian charities are eligible for Commonwealth charity tax concessions and must go through the ACNC before being granted reductions. It is the second annual report of the ACNC and the first time the report has been submitted to Parliament.  ACNC Commissioner Susan Pascoe AM said she was proud of the work the ACNC had achieved in meeting the regulator’s legislative…

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The NRMA board will welcome a new director in the wake of Graham Blight’s exit. Mr Blight will reach his 12-year board term limit in early 2015, making way for NSW Farmer’s Associations and Liverpool Plains farmer Fiona Simpson. Mr Blight said local councils desperately needed more money from state and federal governments for road infrastructure, making Ms Simpson a good fit. Ms Simpson said her time at the NSW Farmer’s Association will affect her work at the NRMA and she will be prioritising…

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The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) has been inducted into the RACV Victorian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame. This is the third year in a row MCEC has taken out the Business Tourism category.  "Taking out this prestigious award and being inducted into the Hall of Fame is a huge coup for MCEC and tops off our venue's most successful year in history," said MCEC chief executive, Peter King. 

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After surveying more than 2 700 directors of not-for-profit organisations, the Australian Institute of Company Directors has released the findings of Australia’s biggest study on not-for-profit governance. The NFP Governance and Performance Study was conducted by research firm BaxterLawley and found that more than 30 per cent of not-for-profits have discussed mergers in the last 12 months in order to improve efficiency and expand services. “The results of our study show…

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Applications are now open for session ideas for the 2015 ASAR Annual Meeting and Exposition. Sessions of all shapes and sizes will be considered for an audience primarily made up of association CEOs/executive directors and senior executives, on the proviso that sessions are engaging and challenging.  The aim is to create a learning experience which will explore cutting edge approaches to tackling issues faced in functional areas of association management.  The 2014 Annual Meeting…

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In the lead up to the G20 World Leaders Summit in Brisbane, the host city has released the official program for the Brisbane Global Cafe.  Designed to highlight the global nature of G20, the Brisbane Global Cafe will provide presentations and panels addressing five key themes about the future of life on Earth and will run 12-13 November. The themes include Improving Human Life, Tourism's New Frontiers, The Digital Age, Cities of the Future and Powering Future Economics.

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The Board of AgriFood Skills Australia has announced the appointment of Ms Anwen Lovett as the new Chief Executive Officer.Ms Lovett will replace retiring CEO, Arthur Blewitt, who is retiring from the position in mid-September having led the organisation since its inception 10 years ago.Ms Lovett is currently the Executive Manager of the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC) and has held senior roles at the Australian…

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Yvonne Butler has been named AIPM’s new CEO. Ms Butler has previously held several senior positions, providing her with deep industry knowledge, consulting experience and global management experience. Ms Butler is regarded as a thought leader in strategy, governance and risk management, and is widely respected in the business and project management community as well as in the government and not-for-profit sector. National President Dr Steve Milner praised Ms Butler’s appointment. “The Board…

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Bicycle Network has welcomed the addition of a Tasmanian contingent, following a merger vote on 18 September. Formerly known as Bicycle Tasmania, the newly re-named Bicycle Network Tasmania has made the jump to improve conditions for Tasmanian riders. Bicycle Network Tasmania President Di Elliffe was enthusiastic about the merger, especially given the long and supportive relationship the two associations have enjoyed. “Securing an ongoing advocacy position in Launceston will turbocharge…

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The 21st Annual World Travel Awards Asia & Australasian, this year held in Delhi, India, has named Melbourne as Australasia's Leading Meetings and Conference Destination for the second year.  The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) also took our Australasia's Leading Meetings and Conference Centre for the third consecutive year.  Melbourne Convention Bureau's (MCB) chief executive, Karen Bolinger, said the award was testament to MCB's recent success. "[We have] secured…

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A number of women working for Not-For-Profits have been listed in the Australian Financial Review and Westpac 100 Women of Influence Awards.  The overall winners from each of the 10 categories, including the overall winner, will be announced on October 22.  Associations Forum member Judith Fox of Governance Institute of Australia was nominated in the Public Policy Category, and fellow Associations Forum member Megan Motto of Consult Australia was nominated in the Diversity category.  The…

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The Australian Practice Nurses Association Incorporated has changed its name to the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association Incorporated. The association will continue to be known as APNA, however the P now stands for "primary health care" rather than "Practice." This change reflects the shift in the number of APNA members working as primary health care nurses in the general practice setting as APNA maintains their focus on member needs. It also is a continuation of the association's…

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Under a new brand, launched today, Palliative Care Australia hopes to promote a strong, united voice for its members and the state and territory palliative care organisations. For the first time in it's 23-year history, all state and territory palliative care organisations will be united under a national brand. It is hoped the new branding, which will be phased in over the next few months, will highlight the challenges faced by the palliative care sector.  "There is a lot of change…

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In partnership with the State Government of South Australia and the Space Industry Association of Australia (SIAA), the Adelaide Convention Bureau (ACB) has won a bid to host the 2014 International Astronautical Congree (IAC2014) in September, 2017.  "The IAC2014 is the world's most important annual interdisciplinary meeting for the space industry, regularly attracting over 3000 participants from more than 70 countries, including space professionals, academics, major corporations, government…

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Pete Haydon has been elected new Optometry Victoria's new Executive Officer. After working as the Manager of the RACV Community Foundation for 5 years, Mr Haydon said he was excited to be stepping into such a broad role.  "I'm energised to be starting something new. I'm very much looking forward to using my experience across a range of industries to help Optometry Victoria through the next phase of its evolution," said Mr Haydon. Mr Haydon has also previously held positions with…

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A new partnership has emerged between the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) and realestateVIEW.com.au in a bid to increase content sharing. RealestateVIEW.com.au already partners with REINSW and REIV, however each has its own portal. REIQ's portal will have about 100,000 listings, adding to realestateVIEW.com.au's 350,000-strong sale and rental property listings.  The partnership also means that REIQ will be connected to The…

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The Research Committee of the Australian Institute of International Affairs (AIIA) is now accepting expressions of interest for a publication support grant. Worth up to $7,500, the grant will be used to facilitate the publication of an original and high quality book on a contemporary topic of major relevance to Australian foreign policy and must incorporate some transnational or comparative perspectives.  Funds can be utilized as a publishing subvention or spent on hosting a workshop…

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After working at the Audited Media Association of Australia for 16 years, CEO Paul Dovas has stepped down to pursue opportunities in digital media. He was CEO for 4 years. Dr Stephen Hollings, Chairman of AAMA, said "Paul has been a key figure in delivering accountability and transparency for the media the AMAA represents, particularly in the complex digital space. Paul's knowledge, commitment and passion for digital media and advertising provides a solid legacy for the AMAA to follow." During…

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  The Australian Association of Maths Teachers has elected a new Treasurer without the need for a vote.  Ms Allason MacNamara from Victoria has moved into the role uncontested nd will take up the role after her official recognition during the AGM. Mr MacNamara will hold the role until May 2016. Returning Officer and Life Member, Mr Steve Thornton will officially recognised Ms MacNamara's election.

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The National Boards and AHPRA have published the Health Profession Agreements which outlines their partnership and the services AHPRA will provide to the National Boards in 2014/2015. The National Boards and AHPRA work together to implement the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme, (National Scheme), which is the scheme regulating registered health practitioners in Australia, in the public interest. The guiding principles of the National Law require the National Scheme…

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For the second year running, Sydney-based content marketing agency Mahlab Media has been selected as one of just eight international finalists for Content Marketing Agency of the Year at the highly coveted Content Marketing Awards.  As an event renowned for attracting the likes of The Walt Disney Company, Google and Time Inc., the annual CMA Awards is a worldwide celebration of the best and brightest in content marketing. Mahlab Media’s MD and founder, Bobbi Mahlab, says: “In…

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The International Centre for Complex Project Management (ICCPM) is delighted to announce the appointment of Deborah Hein as Managing Director and CEO. Deborah will continue to build on ICCPM’s previous accomplishments and lead it into the future through a renewed focus on education and research. Deborah has worked on complex projects and programs throughout her 20 year career in the public sector including projects in the Ground Telecommunications Equipment and Guided Weapon Acquisition…

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Victoria Law Foundation has awarded $130,000 to four diverse legal projects aimed at helping people better understand the law. Sunshine Youth Legal Centre, Youthlaw, the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria and Fitzroy Legal Service each received between $20,000 and $55,000 for targeted legal education projects. Sunshine Youth Legal Centre will partner with local schools to find out why young people are accruing public transport fines, and the reasons they can’t pay them.

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23 July 2014 Regional Group Attends Two Major Business Events in Canberra More business travellers could soon be a reality in Newcastle, Port Stephens and the Hunter Valley following the first two showcases for the region’s new ‘Altogether Perfect’ campaign which aims to boost high-yield business tourism across the greater Hunter Region. Representatives of the Altogether Perfect team from the Newcastle…

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23 July 2014 Governance Institute of Australia is inviting individuals who are interested in pursuing postgraduate studies in governance to apply for the Chant Legacy scholarship program which is open until October 2014. The Scholarships are available to applicants keen to pursue postgraduate governance studies at any government-accredited tertiary institution anywhere in the world and are based on merit and financial need. Successful applicants will…

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Geneva, 18 July 2014 MCI, a key driver of innovation in the global meetings, events, association and congress industries, today announced the opening of a new office in Santiago, Chile. MCI has expanded rapidly in Latin America since its 2009 debut and today serves a growing client-base through five offices in Brazil and Argentina. According to the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Rankings, Chile…

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It's been ten years since Associations Forum was established in 2004. On 18 June 2014, over one hundred representatives from associations plus friends of AF celebrated this ten-year milestone at Sydney’s Luna Park. Associations Forum General Manager, John Peacock, was delighted that this significant gathering could be held at Luna Park. “Luna Park Sydney is an Australian icon in prime Sydney waterfront location. For this special occasion, we were pleased to secure the services of SMA Productions,…

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11 July 2014 On behalf of the National Board of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, I am very pleased to inform you that John Brogden AM MAICD has been appointed as our new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director. John, who will take up the role early next year, succeeds John Colvin FAICD after his six outstanding years at the helm of our Institute. The responsibility of appointing the next leader of Company Directors has demanded and received the most…

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2 July 2014 The Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) is the latest brand to become a digital publisher, launching Human Resources Media in partnership with content marketing agency Mahlab Media. The Human Resources Media platform includes the content hub www.hrmonline.com.au, weekly enewsletters, fortnightly video, social media channels and a revamped print publication, HRMonthly magazine. The launch of the new media brand is part of a strategy that will see AHRI cater…

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4 July 2014 Global online technology giant Google is offering Australian Not for Profits a share in $2 million in grants to turn their technology-driven ideas into reality. Google’s Impact Challenge Australia will offer the four winning submissions mentoring and technical support from Google employees and $AU500,000 grant funding to help bring their project to life. Applications are open for Not for Profits with DGR status who can apply online…

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4 July 2014 It was an exciting step in our journey when the membership voted to change the associations name to the Australasian Sonographers Association Ltd (ASA) at the recent Special General Meeting in May.  The ASA Board of Directors is pleased to advise that this change is now effective. This change recognises our increasing New Zealand membership, branches and volunteers, yet allows us to retain our…

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The Conference & Events Division of ASHM has been awarded the National Meetings & Events Australia (MEA) Award for “In-House Meetings Management Department”. The Award highlights the professional quality of work being done by Meeting Managers working in-house in associations, government and corporations. "It's wonderful that Australia’s meetings and events industry is giving public recognition to the enormous amount of work in-house conference departments do for their organisations…

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Optometrists Association Australia has changed its name to Optometry Australia therefore the State offices have also changed. This is a positive initiative to refocus the Association’s direction. By using ‘optometry’ in our name, we are sending a clear signal that we are working on behalf of the sector. Members have told us that the best way to progress the interests of optometrists is to focus our resources and efforts on advancing the profession and we have listened and we are responding.

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The Board of the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) today announced that Phil Naylor has advised that he will finish his role as Chief Executive Officer of the Association on 24th December 2014. In making the announcement, MFAA President Tim Brown acknowledged the outstanding contribution Phil Naylor has made in almost 12 years in the job. “Phil was appointed Chief Executive in 2002 when the MFAA (known then as the MIAA) was a small trade association with just 2,200…

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The Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia (EEAA) says the Federal budget has opened the door wider for the exhibition and events industry to work with the Government but it is too soon to make a call on how it will affect consumer and business confidence. Consumer and business sentiment influences the health of the exhibition and events industry so the EEAA will be monitoring the impact of the 2014 Federal budget on the sector. EEAA Chief Executive, Joyce DiMascio…

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At the 2014 Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) National Gala Dinner in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, Professional Conference Organiser Arinex Pty Ltd was awarded: * Meetings Manager of the Year * Meetings and Events Management Organisation of the Year 8 or More Employees MEA recognised Lorraine Di Vito, Arinex’ General Manager AMM, for Meetings Manager of the Year. The Award accepted by Arinex’ Managing Director, Roslyn McLeod OAM AMM AFMEA said, “Lorraine has been with Arinex for…

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 The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission has provided a submission to the Senate Economics Legislation Committee inquiry into the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (Repeal) (No. 1) Bill 2014. The submission was made following an invitation from the Committee to ACNC Commissioner Susan Pascoe AM.  Titled "ACNC Repeal: effects on the charitable sector". The ACNC submission considers the impact on the charitable…

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A global alliance between the Australian Risk Policy Institute (ARPI) and the International Centre for Complex Project Management (ICCPM) has been signed in Canberra, bringing together two peak bodies with key roles in Risk and Project Management. ARPI President Associate Professor Tony Charge said in jointly announcing the Alliance that Risk Policy is a new Decision-Making approach which can be directly applied to major and complex projects in all areas of society around the world. ‘Risk…

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Greg Mundy is the new Chief Executive Officer of Rural Health Workforce Australia (RHWA), the peak body for the national network of state and territory Rural Workforce Agencies.  Mr Mundy joins RHWA after three years as CEO of the Council of Ambulance Authorities, the peak body representing providers of public ambulance services in Australia and New Zealand. Before that he was CEO of Aged and Community Services Australia.

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The peak membership body for more than 90% of Australian optometrists is proposing to change its name and refocus its direction in response to a major review completed last month. Optometrists Association Australia (OAA) is intending to change its name to "Optometry Australia" at the national level, and the six State Divisions intend to change their names accordingly, i.e. Optometry Victoria, Optometry New South Wales/ACT, Optometry Queensland/Northern Territory, Optometry Western Australia,…

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When I was asked to write this blog post I remember being a little taken aback. ‘You realise we only have 1,200 Facebook followers and about 1,700 on Twitter, right? Are you sure?’ But, although our following is small, our time spent on social has brought many opportunities to connect with the palliative care community; opportunities that have lead to real, tangible relationships with now-engaged and loyal audiences. I’d like to share a few of the things that have worked for us along the way. Identify…

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The two major Contact Centre associations join to create ‘one voice’ for the Australian industry with the creation of a new association – Auscontact Association The ATA, (known previously as Australian Teleservices Association), and Customer Contact Management Association (CCMA) recently formally announced their intention to merge the two industry associations to become a new entity which will provide a single voice and comprehensive representation for the contact centre industry in Australia.…

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Link to ejournal: http://ejournal.fitness.org.au/?iid=89482&&#folio=1  Fitness Australia, the national health and fitness industry association launched the eJournal Powered by Fitness Australia. Purely digital and interactive, it is the first of its kind to hit the fitness industry. Based on empirical evidence, Powered is positioned to be the most authoritative voice in the…

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Engineers Australia’s cultural change initiative, strength, is the first international recipient of a Gold Circle Award, presented by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). This major public awareness campaign focuses on strengthening the voice, recognition and knowledge of engineers across the world. Find out more about this award win here. The…

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The Australian Osteopathic Association (AOA) is now officially known as Osteopathy Australia. The name change comes from the desire to better promote osteopathy to the Australian public and we see the proactive rebranding as a way to place more focus on osteopathy itself. The change also makes the association name more manageable and easier to remember for other organisations and members of the public. A recent membership survey showed that the vast majority of our members wanted us…

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GS1 Australia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) to establish, promote and strengthen collaboration between the two membership organisations. The AIPM’s National Director, Trevor Alex and Victorian President, Michael Ratcliffe signed the MoU in the boardroom of the GS1 Australia Melbourne office on 11th…

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This year, on 5th August – 12th August,  Associations Forum will be leading a delegation to Dallas and Austin, Texas, to visit local professional and industry associations. Following this, the group will attend the ASAE Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee. Registrations are still open, at a cost of $USD3,700. The tour will include: 4-5 round-table meetings with associations in Dallas and Austin Lunch, dinner and beverages in Dallas and Austin Transport…

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Karen Whiteside, President of Playgroup NSW, announced today the appointment of Karen Bevan to the position of Chief Executive Officer of Playgroup NSW, effective 5th May 2014. Karen has a long standing career within not-for-profit organisations, and comes to Playgroup NSW after leading policy and research teams at the Royal Commission for Institutional Responses into Child Sexual Abuse. Previously, Karen worked…

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Christopher Cliffe has taken over the role of CEO at CRANAplus. His history with the organisation dates back to the 90s, when he was simultaneously working as a remote area nurse whilst enrolled as a student in one of the CRANAplus courses. Chris then went on to teach numerous Remote Emergency Care courses across the country. His new appointment as the organisation’s CEO follows an ongoing volunteer relationship that saw him serving…

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  The Business Council of Australia has elected Catherine Livingstone AO as its new president for a term of two years. Ms Livingstone is widely respected in the business community as well as in the not-for-profit and government sectors.She has a wealth of experience in the benefits of science, technology and innovation across all areas of the economy.

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Nominations for the 2014 United Nations Association of Australia World Environment Day Awards are now open nationally. Businesses, local governments, community organisations, individuals, schools 

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 The local events industry is looking to a brighter future thanks to the injection of much-needed NSW Government funds to the Australian Events Academy, the training arm of Meetings & Events Australia. The financial assistance follows ongoing lobbying from MEA over concerns the industry was facing a skills shortage. MEA chief executive officer Linda Gaunt constantly…

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Victoria Law Foundation is looking for innovative legal projects, which will benefit Victorians, to share in more than $200,000 from its next grants round in March.  Applications close on 18 March 2014 for the foundation’s General Grants program, which supports projects that help the community better understand the law.  General Grants are for projects requiring more than $5000, although grants are commonly awarded between $20,000 and $50,000.…

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  Statement from ACCI Executive Chairman, Peter Hood The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Australia’s largest and most representative business organisation, is very pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Carnell AO to the position of Chief Executive Officer. Kate will take up the Canberra based appointment in May.  "The appointment has been made following a comprehensive recruitment process conducted by the…

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 Internationally-awarded content agency Mahlab Media is leading a complete overhaul of the content strategy for Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI), with the creation of a new knowledge hub website, weekly enewsletter and fortnightly video channel, as well as the relaunch of the well-established monthly…

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New privacy legislation has now come into effect, with Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) replacing the former National Privacy Principles and Information Privacy Principles. The following article details the 13 APPs from the Privacy Amendment (Enhancing Privacy Protection) Act 2012. For more information, visit the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner website.   Part…

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  On behalf of Leading Age Services Australia (LASA), CEO Patrick Reid extends Gen Peter Cosgrove the warmest congratulations on his appointment to Governor-General.  Peter is an iconic Australian who has served our nation well beyond normal measure. He will make a fine Governor-General and we applaud Prime Minister Abbott on the appointment. LASA’s loss is the nation’s gain. Gen Cosgrove served as our inaugural chairman, providing wisdom coupled with technical ability,…

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Associations Forum will be supporting the 12th annual International & European Associations Congress, held in Paris, France, on 27-29 April 2014. The Congress will attract over 250 association executives from Europe and beyond. The comprehensive three streamed agenda provides invaluable, need-to-know information to help solve your problems and establish best-practices. Plus, share knowledge and avail of this rare opportunity to network with your fellow…

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 AIME (Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo) has today announced the establishment of two significant strategic partnerships with the Australian Federation for Travel Agents (AFTA), the peak body for travel agents within Australia, and Sabre Pacific, a global travel technology company serving the travel and tourism industry. These new partnerships are a significant step forward for AIME as it continues to build its presence in the business travel sector.…

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Associations Forum extends congratulations to association leaders who were honoured with Australia Day awards this year.  Recipients included:MEMBER (AM) IN THE GENERAL DIVISION: John Gilbert Brogden, Chief Executive Officer, Financial Services Council, for significant service to welfare organisations, particularly Lifeline, to business and to NSW Parliament.Joseph Chakman, Chief Policy…

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