The recipients of the 2020 Association Awards and Associations Hall of Fame inductees were announced during the online 15th Associations Forum National Conference on 14-16 December 2020. Association of the Year 2020 accolade was awarded to Restaurant and Catering Australia (RCA), the leading national association that represents restaurants,…

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Philanthropy Australia (PA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Jack Heath as its new CEO, commencing January 2021. Jack joins PA following eight years as CEO of SANE Australia, the leading national mental health charity he led through a period of substantial growth. Jack has been a leader in the non-profit sector for more than 20 years, both in Australia and overseas. After a decade working as a diplomat, speechwriter, and senior adviser to Federal Ministers, including Prime…

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Restaurant & Catering Australia (R&CA) was proud to announce that it has been awarded the Association of the Year Award in 2020 from the Associations Forum, the leading organisation assisting associations and charities, with more than 500 associations, charities, clubs, societies, and other not-for-profit organisations counted as members. R&CA CEO Wes Lambert said that winning the prestigious award was a highlight in what has been an extraordinarily challenging year for R&CA, our members,…

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MEDIA RELEASE ​16 December 2020 Association Events Survey 2020 examined how association events were held and produced, and the trends that emerged. With 194 associations participating, Association Events Survey 2020 indicated:

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The Brewers Association of Australia is delighted to announce John Preston as its new Chief Executive Officer. John will commence on 4 January 2021. Brewers Association Chairman, Peter Filipovic, said that Mr Preston was selected after an extensive and competitive nationwide recruitment process. “On behalf of the Board, we are thrilled to welcome John to lead the Brewers. “John has a demonstrated track record of creating and communicating compelling visions and strategies.…

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A broker association has welcomed a new president, a new VP and two new board members, after the “founding fathers” vacated their seats to “make way” for new directors. Equipment finance broker and the managing director of Atlas Broker, Matthew Atkin, has been appointed as the new president of the Commercial & Asset Finance Brokers Association (CAFBA) of Australia. Mr Atkin was formerly the vice president of the broker group and was elected…

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In early December 2020 NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) shocked teachers’ associations by stating that “Effective immediately, the new Policy replaces the existing Endorsement of Professional Development Providers and Courses Policy and all NESA Registered PD courses are deregistered.” Peak body Professional Teachers Council NSW (PTC NSW) and its member associations were deeply disappointed by this decision. PTC NSW CEO David Browne said “The quality of the professional learning…

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Cancer Council Australia today announces the appointment of Tanya Buchanan as incoming Chief Executive Officer, commencing on 30 November. Cancer Council Australia Board Chair Hugh Harley said, “Cancer Council Australia is delighted to announce the appointment of Ms Buchanan, who will bring extensive experience and skills in public health to the role of Chief Executive Officer. “Ms Buchanan’s proven track record, most recently as Chief Executive Officer of the Thoracic Society of…

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Retail Drinks Australia (Retail Drinks) has today announced the appointment of Mr Michael Waters as Chief Executive Officer. Waters had been serving in the role in an acting capacity from 01 July 2020 following the departure of Retail Drinks’ founding CEO, Julie Ryan, and prior to that held the position of Chief Operating Officer since December 2018. Retail Drinks Chairman, John Carmody, congratulated Michael on his appointment and praised his work as Acting CEO over the past five…

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For the first time in its history, Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) conducted its Annual General Meeting virtually today, where the nine Directors of the Board were announced, with Executive positions subsequently appointed by the Board. MEA's Board of Directors and Executive roles are as follows: Nigel Collin - ChairpersonSuzana Bishop, Fed Square - Deputy ChairBeverley Williamson, Melbourne Convention Bureau - Secretary

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Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA) appoints Jae Redden as their new Chief Executive Officer. She is the former CEO of Medical Journal of Australia publisher AMPCo. Ms Redden takes over from interim CEO Mark Upton who has been holding the fort since February following the departure of former CEO Richard Lawrance.  Ms Redden has experience both in professional membership-based organisations and providers of health information, having been a board member…

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Science & Technology Australia is pleased to announce the election of new members to its Executive Committee at STA’s Annual General Meeting today. Silo-busting innovator and industry-engaged research entrepreneur Professor Mark Hutchinson is STA’s new President-elect. He will become President at the end of our next AGM in November 2021. For…

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At its core, digital strategy is a decision-making process that aligns an organization’s vision, goals, opportunities, and activities to maximize the business benefits of digital initiatives. When implemented thoughtfully, a digital strategy will identify priorities, implementation milestones, and progress toward the strategic goals of your association. To build your digital strategy, your organization must look beyond its operational needs by examining how technology will allow your association…

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The Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists’ Association Inc. (ADOHTA) held their Annual General Meeting virtually on Sunday 15th November 2020. As a result of the resolutions passed by the membership, ADOHTA will implement a Board governance structure and operate as a single entity trading as a Company Limited by Guarantee by March 2021.   Leticia Masters' appointment as President has concluded and she is delighted to welcome Nicole Stormon to the ADOHTA President role. Ms…

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Energy Networks Australia (ENA) has welcomed Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) Chief Executive Officer, Ben Wilson, as the new Chair of the Energy Networks Australia Board. Mr Wilson was elected yesterday at a full meeting of the board. ENA Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Dillon, welcomed Mr Wilson to the role saying he was looking forward to working with the new Chair. “Ben is well known and respected within the industry and has significant experience across gas…

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The Australian Catholic Primary Principals’ Association has unveiled their new logo at the 2020 AGM, which was held recently. President of Australian Catholic Primary Principals’ Association, Mr Brad Gaynor, said that the new brand reflects a contemporary association that places Jesus at the centre of all we do as leaders in Catholic communities. “Our Association has been supporting and advocating for…

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The wait is over. Super Forum 2020 is here, and it's better than ever! We've gone virtual, but you can expect the same quality content you get every year. We have topic pods, expert sessions with Q&A, networking opportunities, and so much more. Join hundreds…

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Australia's 3.5 million small businesses support our national economy, employing almost half of the Australian workforce. Late or long payment times can cause significant problems to their cash flow, impacting their businesses. To address this, the Australian Government has introduced the Payment Times Reporting Scheme. The scheme aims to help payment outcomes for small businesses. It will create transparency around the payment practices of large businesses to small businesses. About…

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At EnergyAustralia, we know managing your business's energy costs could be a huge challenge at the moment. As the Associations Forum trusted business energy partner, we're offering Associations Forum members a free Energy Efficiency Assessment to help optimise your usage and identify ways to save money where you can. Benefits: Identifies possible cost savings for your business Outlines a range…

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A new virtual event platform, ICC Sydney Connect is now available at world leading International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), providing event organisers with complete end to end virtual and hybrid solutions. The new service will be delivered by ICC Sydney's expert Audio Visual and Information Communication Technology teams, enabling clients to broadcast their virtual and hybrid events from ICC Sydney's state-of-the-art studios with a customisable interface, delivering a truly…

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At the recent IPSHA Biennial General Meeting, Paul Clegg was welcomed as the President of the Association for the 2020-2022 biennium. Paul has taken over the Presidency from Grant Bock, who served as President for the 2018-2020 biennium. “Together with the incoming Federal Board members, I look forward to building on the outstanding work of Grant Bock and the outgoing Federal Board members. IPSHA prides itself…

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The Netball NSW Board announces today the departure of longstanding Chief Executive Officer, Carolyn Campbell.A trailblazer in the once male-dominated sports industry, Campbell joined Netball NSW as Game Development Manager in 2003 before being promoted to CEO in 2006.In her time as CEO netball has seen exponential growth across the state and last year announced record registrations in excess of 115,000 members.Perhaps her greatest achievement came in 2020 when…

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Scott Willis first came across physiotherapy after "doing his knee" as a young teenager in high school. The young man had grown up in a low socio-economic area in Sydney's west, attending public schools in Mount Druitt and Rooty Hill. "I'd never even heard of physio ... and then did my knee ... and had to have some physio before…

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International Advertising Association Global, a global association representing all areas of the marketing and communications industry, has appointed three Australian IAA Global Vice Presidents. The appointments are representative of newly elected IAA Global Chairman and President Joel E. Nettey’s focus on four key pillars – Diversity & Inclusion, Creativity & Innovation, Regulatory Issues, and Education. Heather Leembruggen will lead as IAA Global Vice President for IAA Elections. She…

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The resignation has been announced of one of South Australia’s most influential industry lobbyists, Civil Contractors Federation South Australia (CCF SA) Chief Executive, Mr Phil Sutherland. He will step down from the pivotal position in January next year, ending a nine year tenure with the organisation, regarded highly for its role under his helmsmanship on…

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The Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS) is pleased to announce it is now offering a COVID-Safe consultancy service to assist businesses to comply with current health and safety requirements. ACHS is an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving quality and safety in health care and related services/industries. With the 'new normal' that Australia is facing in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the onus is on all businesses to comply with current regulations,…

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A passionate advocate for Electric Vehicles, Motor Trade Association Queensland's Chief Executive Officer, Dr Brett Dale has announced his resignation after five years at the helm of the 91-year old organisation. Dale has been integral to putting a spotlight on disruption and understands the need to stay ahead of the game to provide direction, leadership, and support to members.

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The President of the Master Plumbers and Mechanical Contractors Association of NSW (MPA NSW) Mr. Callum McKay has announced that after some eighteen (18) years of dedicated service, Mr. Paul Naylor will retire this week from his role as Chief Executive Officer at MPA NSW. Mr. McKay says “Paul has served the Association and represented the plumbing industry more broadly with what can only…

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Meetings & Events Australia (MEA) has announced that Chief Executive Officer, Robyn Johnson, has resigned from her role effective 12 November 2020 and will be relocating to the NSW South Coast. As a CEO, Ms Johnson rebranded MEA’s flagship annual conference as ‘Evolve’ and positioned it as a key event on the industry’s calendar, launched a scholarship program to educate NSW regional students, grew MEA’s National Awards program and launched the Celebration of Excellence publication,…

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Help your association to navigate the digital landscape, adapt and grow Has your association gone digital in ways you never expected over the past few months? You’re certainly not alone. Join the first of its kind Digital Academy with Causeis to help you take stock and chart the way forward. The Digital Academy was developed by Causeis in response to the rapid change associations are experiencing – the need to urgently pivot to new virtual and digital operations hasn’t left much…

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In a quick win for the Australian Cabinet and Furniture Association (ACFA), their new CAMS software made it faster and easier for members to renew. Now they’re reaping benefits across the whole organisation. When this year’s membership renewal came around, the Australian Cabinet and Furniture Association (ACFA) weren’t sure what to expect. Their new Cloudbased Association Management Solution (CAMS) had just gone live, so members would be encountering it for the first time. The results spoke…

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Conference Logistics (Conlog) are a leading Professional Conference Organiser (PCO) with staff located throughout our offices in Canberra, Adelaide and Brisbane. This year we are celebrating our 30th anniversary, and are proud to announce that we have added a Secretariat service to our offerings, enabling us to assist with committee, administrative, membership and governance requirements. Our head office in Canberra is set up with a fully operational business facility,…

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Australian Computer Society (ACS) has announced Rupert Grayston, its Director of Professional Standards and Assessment Services, as interim CEO effective 8 October. Grayston, who has been with ACS for more than two years, accepted the role this week. “I’m excited to be leading ACS during this interim period as we undertake the search for a new CEO,” Grayston said. “My experience in association management and strategy, as well as a thorough working knowledge of the dynamics…

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Australia’s longest-running sustainability awards program, the Banksia Awards recognise individuals, communities, businesses and governments for innovation and excellence in environmental and social stewardship. Last year, the Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia (ISCA) was named ‘best of the best’, taking home the Banksia Gold Award for a powerful commitment to the Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs) and for demonstrating the potential to deliver a big future impact.…

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A new industry association for finance and mortgage brokers has launched. Finance Broker Education & Training Australia (FBETA) is Australia's first digital industry association for Finance & Mortgage Brokers.

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The Australian Government announced on 11 September that $50 million would be allocated to the Business Events Grants Program. This assistance is part of the $1 billion Relief and Recovery Fund which is providing assistance to sectors, regions and communities disproportionately affected by the economic impacts of COVID-19.  This has been…

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Holstein Australia has announced that Rohan Butler has been appointed as the Association’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective from the new financial year. Rohan, currently Holstein Australia’s Genetic Improvement and Research Manager, succeeds current CEO, Graeme Gillan.  “I am honoured to have been appointed as Holstein Australia’s next CEO. It is a privilege to be part of an organisation that leads in the delivery of high quality herd improvement services and innovative solutions…

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The Association of Consulting Surveyors has been awarded international recognition for its magazine, The Surveyor.  The Surveyor has won top honours in the Best Single Issue category in the 2020 Tabbie Awards—a prestigious worldwide competition for publishers of business, trade and custom magazines.“The entire magazine is clean and easy to read. The style and tone fit the industry and are cohesive throughout. There is no wasted space, yet the issue is not…

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The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR) has announced the departure of its Chief Executive Officer, Ms Natalia Vukolova, after more than seven years in the role. Ms Vukolova has resigned to start a family, effective from 25 September 2020.  Mr Mark Nevin, previously RANZCR's Head of Policy and Advocacy, will serve as interim CEO for 12 months while the Board chooses a permanent replacement. 

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“Non-dues” revenue is revenue from any source other than membership fees. Non-dues revenue can help associations smooth out disruptions in the economic cycle, allowing them to maintain budget and continue to provide members with the levels of service they expect. But, how do you bring in more non-dues revenue – especially when economic times are so tough? Non-dues revenue has long been an important ingredient in any association’s financial health, so we’ve put together a…

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"It is only among the waves of change that we will find our true direction.” Sujoy Dey, Managing Director, Australasia - CIMGlobal Stepping into a new role in the middle of a global pandemic that has crippled the…

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Associations Forum is proud to welcome EnergyAustralia as our exclusive energy partner, who can give our members the benefit of competitive energy offers and opportunities to better manage their energy use. EnergyAustralia help businesses explore innovative ways to become more energy efficient so that they can spend more time doing what they do best - running a business.   EnergyAustralia is one of Australia’s largest energy retailers and generators, with more than 1.7 million…

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Matt Crouch, Matt Crouch Legal                  Associations rely on their conferences and other events to raise much needed revenue.  This awful pandemic has led to many event cancellations and postponements.  Others have evolved into "virtual" events or "hybrids", being part virtual and part face-to-face. This has brought event contracts into sharp focus.  Insurance may help, but it's your contracts that are in the front line.    Venue…

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Not-for-profit organisation Quantum Support Services has announced the appointment of Natalie McDonald as its new Chief Executive. Upon announcing Ms McDonald’s appointment, Quantum Chair Roland Davies stated. “The Board was seeking a leader that could build on our strong foundations to expand our partnerships, shape our future through innovative business models and grow our services to support more children, young people and families in Gippsland”. “We are confident that Natalie’s…

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Massage & Myotherapy Australia has appointed Ann Davey as Chief Executive Officer. Ms Davey’s career has spanned working in higher education and commercial organisations. She has also worked for Massage & Myotherapy Australia for the past 11 years as the Association Manager. “I am honoured and excited to be appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer of our leading Association for the massage and myotherapy industry,” said Ms Davey. “I wish to acknowledge the retiring…

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Rohan Butler, formerly Holstein Australia’s Genetic Improvement and Research Manager, has formally taken up his new role of Chief Executive Officer. Mr Butler succeeds outgoing CEO, Graeme Gillan. “I am honoured to have been appointed Holstein Australia CEO,” says Mr Butler. “It is a privilege to head up an organisation that leads in the delivery of high quality herd improvement services and innovative solutions for dairy farmers, and one that I have been part of for the last 10…

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The Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) has welcomed Peter Turnbull as its new International President. “The Institute has a long and proud history of service to members, students and the governance community and to have the opportunity to be its International President is an honour and something to which I am very much looking forward,” said Mr Turnbull. “I would like to acknowledge the substantial achievements of my predecessor Edith Shih. On behalf of our Institute, I thank Edith…

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Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) President Dr Harry Nespolon has passed away aged 57 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. Dr Nespolon displayed extraordinary leadership during the pandemic, advocating on behalf of GPs and the general practice profession to ensure Australia’s primary health clinicians can deliver patients the best possible care. “The RACGP Board is in awe of everything Harry has been able to achieve, particularly over the last seven…

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Background CorpVote has been providing voting and election services to large and small organisations in Australia since 1997. We provide election planning, management and support to cover every step of the process: from nominations, vote collection, counting, audit and delivery of an independently represented result. The scope Large member base from around Australia and across the globe. Requirement to track, log and manage…

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The Union of International Associations (UIA) takes its annual Round Table Asia-Pacific to virtual this year in partnership with Seoul Tourism Organization. The UIA Round Table Asia-Pacific is the first virtual Round Table where the delegates invited can listen to keynote speeches and panel discussions on various issues and participate in discussions, networking and team-building activities at the virtual map and venues representing Seoul. The N Seoul Tower, Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul Botanic…

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Learn how to Shift Your Association's Culture to Digital in the Coronavirus Era. The guide outlines a 10-point plan that will help you identify practical strategies, explore innovative ideas, and fast-track your digital transformation.  This ever-changing period of uncertainty has not been without its challenges. We are all being confronted with the thought that maybe we are not as digitally prepared and agile to handle the challenges that we currently face. In response to this period…

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The Australian Corrosion Association (ACA) will now be led by Ross Boucher, taking on the newly created General Manager role.Before joining the ACA in 2017 as Business Development Manager Mr Boucher held roles at Dulux Group as National Major Projects and Marketing Manager and later the position of Commercial and Contracts Manager – Heavy Industry.  Mr Boucher has over 35 years’ experience in the construction and engineering industry predominantly in the areas of concrete rehabilitation,…

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Business NSW CEO, Stephen Cartwright, has announced that he will be leaving his position at the end of August after 11 years as the leader of the state’s peak business organisation.“I have been discussing this change with the Chairman for some time, and we both agree that, after 11 very successful years, and with the transformation from the NSW Business Chamber to Business NSW and Business Australia now complete, this is the right time to hand over to a successor to take the organisation…

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The COVID-19 pandemic has seen many organisations face challenges conducting their Governance Voting Programs and looking for innovative solutions for the delivery of their election, nominations process and AGM requirements. Setting up an online AGM is one thing, but how will members vote? CorpVote’s Integrated Meeting Service allows you to run physical, online or hybrid meetings, registering your visitors, collecting proxy votes prior to the meeting and collating in-meeting votes. Results…

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Discover 3 Online Community Engagement Trends and How to Apply Them What's the average engagement rate for an online community? Is the 90-9-1 rule for online engagement still true? How should we define engagement?We're excited to release the first edition of the Engagement Trends Report, a study that answers these questions and…

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The Boards of the Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia (CBFCA) and Australian Federation of International Forwarders (AFIF) have reached an agreement to form a single peak body and to change their current business names to the International Forwarders and Customs Brokers Association of Australia (IFCBAA) Ltd, which will commence operations on 1st  July 2020. Having listened to members over recent years, the Boards of both AFIF and CBFCA have…

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On 12 June, the Australian Federal Government passed legislation introducing the Director Identification Number (DIN) scheme, which will require each director to register to obtain a unique identifying number. The DIN will act as a unique identifier that will be kept permanently, even after the director has left the role.  The DIN requirement will allow companies to clearly identify all Board positions held by a director to…

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International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has recently launched the ICC Sydney EventSafe Operating Framework, an industry leading set of operating principles that will enable the venue to safely run events in an environment transformed by the Coronavirus pandemic. The launch signals the readiness of Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment centre to recommence running face-to-face events, in line with the…

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Palliative Care Victoria, has announced the appointment of Adjunct Associate Professor Violet Platt as its new CEO, effective from 22nd June 2020. Most recently, Ms Platt worked as the Co-Director and Director of Nursing at WA Department of Health, where she was responsible for the strategic development of the WA Cancer and Palliative Care Network. Within this role, she also led the development of national and state-wide cancer reforms. Ms Platt has over 30 years’ experience…

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APRA AMCOS is keen to enlist the help of fellow associations to spread the facts about music licensing in Australia and is already in close contact with hundreds of membership bodies. APRA AMCOS is a national membership organisation, the trading name of APRA (Australasian Performing Right Association) and AMCOS (Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society). This almost century-old music rights organisation grants licences for the live performance, broadcast,…

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There's more welcome news for QLD incorporated associations - changes will reduce red tape and improve internal governance for the more than 22,900 incorporated associations in Queensland, including the 3,750 that have registered as charities. These law changes were introduced by Queensland Parliament on 16 June 2020 with the passing of the Associations Incorporation and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2020. The legislation governing associations has not undergone substantial…

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Retail Drinks Australia has announced that Chief Executive Julie Ryan, has provided notice of her intention to step down as the leader of the national industry body that advocates and supports liquor retailers in order to pursue further career goals in the commercial sector.As the founding leader of the organisation, Ms Ryan steered its transition from the Australian Liquor Stores Association in October 2018 to the new-look industry body of today.She is cited as the leader…

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Air Conditioning & Mechanical Contractors'​ Association of Australia (AMCA) has announced that Adrian Shackleton has commenced as AMCA Queensland and New South Wales. Mr Shackleton joins the AMCA after five years with Services Trades College Australia, where he was General Manager and Company Secretary, and has worked in the construction industry…

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At Verdant, we often get asked to help our clients with governance matters and during COVID-19 we were tasked with pivoting a live AGM to an online one. We want to share with you just how the Verdant team made this happen as it may help you move your event online, but first, let’s set the scene: The client has members in Australia and New Zealand They were looking to pass a special resolution at the AGM They had cancelled their face-to-face AGM in March but…

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On 3 June 2020, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the long-awaited return of mass gatherings. Due to New Zealand's success in eliminating COVID-19, mass gatherings of any size will be back on the table as of next week, with many business events professionals praising this decision. Conventions and Incentives…

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The Internet Association of Australia (IAA) has announced the appointment of Ms Narelle Clark as its Chief Executive Officer."After an exhaustive search, the Board determined that Narelle’s combination of deep Internet expertise, all-round industry knowledge and drive will enable the Association to move to the next level," stated an IAA media release."The high regard with which Narelle is held across the industry means our Internet Exchange operations will continue to grow…

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South Australian trucking operator David Smith was elected as the new Chair of the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) at the organisation’s annual general meeting, held on 20 May 2020. Currently serving as managing director of D&S Smith Haulage, Mr Smith has worked in the transport industry for more than 40 years as a driver and is a business owner and industry leader through his involvement in associations and committees. 

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Introducing TPM iLIVE. An ONLINE and LIVE events platform. You own the event, TPM supplies the online services.  A dedicated custom registration platform combined with a branded interactive event website means TPM iLIVE packages will solve your event problems, face to face, or online.  We are proud to have created a product which keeps you connected…

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The New Zealand business events sector has received some welcome news, with the government confirming large ticketed events, including business events and conferences, can go ahead domestically with a 100-person limit.  There is also a one-metre distancing requirement, and contact tracing is essential. Conventions & Incentives New Zealand (CINZ) Chief Executive, Lisa Hopkins says the industry welcomes clarity on numbers from the government, and the acknowledgement that…

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The Australian Medical Association NSW (AMA NSW) has elected, uncontested, its third female President, Newtown GP, Dr Danielle McMullen, after she has served as Vice President for the last two years. “These are challenging times and certainly not the conditions I thought they would be when I first decided to run for President of AMA (NSW)," said Dr McMullen. “I would like to thank outgoing President, Dr Kean-Seng Lim, for his leadership of the organisation during the COVID-19 pandemic…

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Australian Dental Prosthetists Association (ADPA) has announced the departure of CEO Jeremy Irvine.  "Whilst we will miss Jeremy’s leadership, we wish him the very best in his new endeavour as Executive Director, Victorian TAFE Association," said ADPA Executive Officer, Di Woolcock. Mr Irvine has headed or held senior roles in industry associations for fifteen years and previously worked as a political adviser and ministerial speechwriter in Canberra and New Zealand. He has been…

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The Australian Airports Association (AAA) has appointed James Goodwin as its new Chief Executive Officer. AAA National Chairman Tom Ganley said Mr Goodwin would bring deep experience in public policy, advocacy and stakeholder engagement to the role. Mr Goodwin has been Chief Executive of the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) since 2015. “We are delighted to welcome James to the AAA following strong interest in the role,” Mr Ganley said. “He will bring a strong understanding…

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Down Syndrome NSW (DSNSW) has announced that Jennifer Evans has been appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer, commencing Tuesday 5 May 2020.Ms Evans is a highly experienced CEO and manager who started her working life as a speech pathologist and holds qualifications in psychology and linguistics and in community and financial management. She has held management and chief executive roles in a number of ‘social for purpose’ organisations, most recently working with the Australian…

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Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has granted Australian companies the ability to hold annual general meetings (AGMs) online for the next six months. The changes will be in effect from 6 May 2020 and will allow companies - including many associations which are incorporated as companies limited by guarantee - to convene annual general meetings, and other meetings prescribed under the Corporations Act, entirely online rather than face-to-face. The changes will also give businesses certainty…

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The Board of Australian Driver Trainers Association (ADTA) has announced the appointment of Geoff Watt as the new General Manager, following a rigorous and comprehensive recruitment process. Mr Watt is described as a strong, dynamic leader with an impressive track record for consistently delivering high-quality performance in developing businesses, leading change, driving organisational objectives and optimising outcomes…

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Many of you may have already enabled remote working capabilities using Office 365 and Microsoft Teams but may not have considered ensuring a resilient business in the long term and not just during the COVID-19 pandemic. Business downtime is no longer an acceptable option these days for most organisations (be it not-for-profit and for-profit), but business resilience is. Remote working styles will cause a strain in your IT systems and applications,  and…

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It’s never been so important for industry associations to meet their members’ needs for clear, accurate and timely information. In this unprecedented COVID-19 era, the organisations who meet those needs will stay relevant. But how do you pivot with speed and agility, getting significant volumes of content in front of members on as many channels as possible?  Medium Rare is a content agency that specialises in helping…

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Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has granted on-line virtual AGMs for the next 6 months for Australian Companies. TPM Events has packaged an on-line service to assist companies in delivering their AGMs.  We know that keeping your members and shareholders is a priority, delivering a sophisticated online service is how we support your business.

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In the last edition I wrote about emergency succession plans – the importance of having one – and the key elements to a good one. If only I had had a crystal ball I would have written more generally about emergency/crisis planning! Emergency/crisis planning is now well and truly on everyone’s agenda with the Covid19 global pandemic, and highlights why good businesses and leaders take a very rigorous approach to risk…

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YHA Australia has announced the election of Tracey Powell as Chair, and the commencement of Paul McGrath as the new CEO. Tracey Powell was formerly Vice-Chair of YHA Australia and has served on YHA Boards for the past ten years. She is the Principal of an Adelaide-based Business & Marketing Consultancy. Ms Powell was elected Chair of the YHA Board (currently comprising of eight Directors,) following the organisation’s Annual General Meeting on 18 April 2020.

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Earlier this month, Sport NSW welcomed Steve Loader as its new CEO.  “Steve has been well known and respected in the sporting sector for the past 25 years” said Chairperson Carolyn Campbell. Mr Loader has experience working across many sports including at a professional level: the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Commonwealth Games, Rugby World Cups, FIFA World Cup, Formula One, ITU World Triathlon Championships and the UCI World Track Cycling Championships. He was also the Chairman…

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In response to witnessing and experiencing that dreaded Friday the 13th 2020, the day the events industry in Australia was shaken to its core due to the industry-specific fallout of COVID-19, three industry leaders came together to create a virtual event solution.The ON AIR team comprising of Create Engage, AVE and SMC Conference & Function Centre collaborated to create a solution that has now kept event professionals…

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The NSW Government is providing financial support of up to $10,000 to small businesses and non-profit organisations suffering as a result of COVID-19. Applications are now open for eligible businesses. Further details including; eligibility and how to apply can be found on the Service…

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The Outdoor Recreation Industry Council of NSW & ACT (Outdoors NSW), the peak industry association for the outdoor education and recreation sector, has recently appointed Lori Modde as the new CEO, with the departure of Dr Amanda Lloyd.  Ms Modde comes to Outdoors NSW from Sydney Olympic Park Authority, where the appreciation of the Outdoors in education, recreation and therapy is very well understood. She hopes to collide both her worlds in this position; the knowledge, understanding…

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The peak body for dental prosthetists, the Australian Dental Prosthetists Association, has thanked its outgoing CEO, Jeremy Irvine. Mr Irvine departs ADPA in mid-April, having been appointed Executive Director of the Victorian TAFE Association. "It's been a great privilege to head the Association team these past four years, including unifying our state and national bodies in 2016. I've learned much from many members, and wish the profession and the ADPA board and team the best for…

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Australian Water Association (AWA) has announced the appointment of Corinne Cheeseman as the new CEO of the association.  “Corinne’s significant experience in the water industry, complemented by her work in recent years on transforming companies with data are a powerful combination," said National President and Chair, Carmel Krogh. Ms Cheeseman has worked in the water industry for more than 22 years. She began her career in Sydney Water’s water quality testing laboratories and later…

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Matthew Moate has resigned as Chief Executive Officer of Wine Industry Suppliers Australia Inc (WISA). Mr Moate's last day will be 5 May 2020."Matthew has made a profound contribution to our organisation by increasing the relevance and engagement of suppliers across the grape and wine value chain," said the WISA Executive Board, in an announcement to members.  "We look forward to maintaining this positive trajectory and to further deliver impact and value to industry."

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Proposed new pandemic leave On 1 April 2020, the Fair Work Commission (the Commission) issued a Statement 

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Going Virtual Doesn’t Have to Mean Isolation: An Event Community Can Help As the impact of the global crisis of COVID-19 sets in, many organizations have been forced to move events from in-person to virtual. But with the help of community, you can still create a meaningful, memorable experience.We are offering organizations a free event community to…

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Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists’ Association (ADOHTA) gathered their national and state leaders to discuss train on governance and meet regarding member services and events. Held in conjunction with the Australian Dental Industry Association’s major ADX expo, the ADOHTA meeting was one of the final events held at International Convention Centre Sydney before the government’s meeting restrictions were implemented.  ADOHTA President Letitia Masters was pleased with…

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We’ve heard from you and we understand the challenges associations are facing right now due to COVID-19 and the need to practice social distancing. Microsoft Teams will allow your association to; Collaborate live and in real-time  Voice and Video Call your members and team  Host Live Events and webinars  Host Education and training workshops  Change what teams can do to what associations can’t do.  And then say “we can do that with teams…

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The Australian Services Union and the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), have agreed to lodge an application with the Fair Work Commission to amend the Clerks – Private Sector Award 2010.  Most non-profit organisations will engage staff under the Clerks Award. ACCI Workplace Director Scott Barklamb said the deal was an”historic move during an unprecedented…

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The Law Council of Australia has announced the appointment of Michael Tidball as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr Tidball currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Law Society of NSW, a position he has held for nearly 14 years. In announcing Mr Tidball’s appointment, Law Council of Australia President, Pauline Wright, said she is delighted to have secured a candidate of such high calibre to lead the Law Council into the next decade. “Having undertaken an extensive…

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The Council of the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has announced the appointment of Paul Zahra as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Paul will take up the role in May 2020. Mr Zahra is a highly-regarded career retailer whose previous executive roles have included CEO and Managing Director of David Jones and senior leadership roles at David Jones, Officeworks and Target. ARA President, Rowan Hodge, said: “We are delighted to have secured a leader of Paul’s calibre to lead…

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The Business Events Council of Australia (BECA) has appointed Dr Vanessa Findlay as the new Independent Chair of the peak industry body. Dr Findlay has a strong background in both the public and private sector, having previously held a number of senior positions including Chief of Staff in the Turnbull government in the trade, tourism and international education portfolios as well as working as a Division Head in the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources. Dr Findlay…

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