News from May 2024
Retail peak bodies, the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and the National Retail Association (NRA) have announced a proposed amalgamation, which will once approved by their respective members create a single unified body representing the $420 billion sector.
The two not-for-profit organisations have signed a heads-of-agreement for the amalgamation proposal and will commence collaboration immediately for the greater…
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The Albanese Labor Government is investing in Australia’s health workforce by upskilling our nation’s nurses and midwives through a new $50.2 million scholarship. The Primary Care Nursing and Midwifery Scholarship Program will provide 1,850 postgraduate scholarships over four years for registered nurses and midwives to become nurse practitioners and endorsed midwives in primary and aged care settings. The funding…
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"The Federal Budget lays out a long term but relatively modest ambition to develop new national industrial capabilities mainly based around clean energy, but makes it clear that the economy will grind through the year ahead with no material improvement in business conditions, unemployment continuing to grow and our fiscal position deteriorating," Innes Willox Chief Executive of the national employer…
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Thousands of not-for-profit organisations (NFPs) fear their financial futures are under threat from a tax change set to kick in next financial year. From July 1, such organisations must notify the tax office of their tax exemption status for the first time, or start paying income tax. But as the deadline looms, there…
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The Association Forum’s survey of over 100 NFP Association CEOs and Leaders has shed light on the nuanced approaches to membership retention and growth. While some strategies enjoy widespread support, others reveal a divide in opinion. Here’s a look at the findings:
Quality Over Quantity: Rethinking Member Numbers
With only 18% agreement,…
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The Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) has appointed Tanya Robertson as interim CEO effective immediately.
This follows the departure of outgoing Matthew Monaghan, who left the organisation for personal reasons, and finished with the FCA today.
Robertson has a strong track record of involvement in the FCA and the franchising…
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The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has revealed the identity of its new chief executive officer, who will lead the organisation forward.
Jane Schmitt has taken on the position at the IQA after previously working as a lawyer, business strategist, senior executive and board director.
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The MQ Board undertook an extensive, 12-month strategic review of the products and services MQ provides to members, based on Member feedback. This reflected the Board’s desire to address the expectations of members, government and stakeholders by improving…
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Caroline Louise Johnson is a perioperative nurse (Anaesthesia and PACU) with over 15 years of experience and is currently employed at Calvary Health Care Tasmania. Her career has focused on ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety and she has contributed to various projects aimed at improving perioperative nursing practices within the organisation.
She is passionate…
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With an aim of creating better government understanding of the biotech sector, New Zealand’s Life Science Summit had a positive breakthrough in just its second year.
Held in Wellington’s new convention and exhibition centre Tākina, more than 300 biotech thought leaders converged on New Zealand’s capital Wellington for the summit.
As a place where collaborative research, policy and innovative…
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Have you ever wondered how business events, exhibitions and national conferences are built and who the supplier and service providers are behind them? Moreton Hire is one of Australia’s most trusted business event suppliers, and has been building meetings, conferences, exhibitions, and events of large and small scale for 55 years.
As a long-time partner of Association Forum, they are the…
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Association executives from across Australia have been impressed by the conference opportunities across the Tasman following an Educational event organised by Tourism New Zealand and Arinex.
Three new convention centres have increased New Zealand’s capacity for association events - Te Pae Christchurch Convention…
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Associations Forum is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the Associations Forum National Conference, held at the National Convention Centre, Canberra from 30 April to 1 May.
John Peacock AM, CEO, Associations Forum was delighted with the packed conference.
“The event attracted over 400 delegates consisting…
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In California and Florida, getting home insurance is becoming an almost impossible task. It's either unaffordable or in some cases not being offered at all, with insurance companies pulling out in droves. The combination of climate-fuelled natural disasters coupled with increasing populations often living in risky areas is threatening the global insurance industry.
This isn't theoretical for Australians.…
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As a member-based association, we are a reflection of our membership and as such walk side by side with them among the challenges they face. These challenges have been varied in recent times including disruptions in the supply chain, changes in consumer behaviour, and getting regulation ready.
We are committed to enhancing our collaboration with industry stakeholders, connecting industry to share knowledge, and partnering with agencies that help prepare our members…
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The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) Board is pleased to announce it has appointed Rob LoPresti as Chief Executive Officer.
Rob brings strong capability in education, governance and policy, and extensive leadership experience gained from senior…
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The Australian Finance Industry Association (AFIA) today announced the appointment of Mr Mario Rehayem as its new Chair.
Mario brings a wealth of industry experience in the financial sector and currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Pepper Money. With more than 20 years of experience in banking…
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