The Women in Defence Association (WiDA) announced its official launch in Western Australia, aiming to provide a platform for women in the defence sector to connect and create tangible change together. The establishment of WiDA reflects a significant step forward in delivering action, accountability and meaningful change towards achieving gender diversity and inclusivity within the defence industry. WiDA is dedicated to fostering…

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The Australian Coffee Traders Association details how it intends to bring the association closer to the coffee community. November 2023 was a busy month for the Australian Coffee Traders Association (ACTA). The association invited members and non-members to its annual Golf Day on 3 November at Oatlands Golf Course, followed by its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 23 November. The annual Golf Day included an Ambrose competition,…

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The NFP Year Ahead – 2024 As we head into new year organisations are expected to navigate a range of increasingly difficult challenges. These include regulatory complexity, geopolitical risk and the blurred line between board and management, as well as rapidly evolving expectations of corporate accountability and stakeholder engagement. Based upon an environmental scan of a number of…

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Companies limited by guarantee are a common legal structure for not-for-profit organisations in Australia. Members play an important governance role in holding the board accountable. To this end, members hold certain rights, including the right to call general meetings and to propose resolutions. Under section 249D of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), members holding at least 5% of the…

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After four stellar years as Science & Technology Australia's CEO, Misha Schubert has announced her resignation in the new year to take up another major CEO opportunity. STA President Professor Mark Hutchinson said it was with deep sadness that the Board of STA had accepted her resignation. "In her four years as CEO, Misha has taken STA to new heights as an influential policy advocacy voice that is highly respected across the breadth of the Parliament and policymaking,"…

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The ADAVB is pleased to announce that Ilsa Hampton has been appointed to the position of CEO. Ilsa is an experienced health sector leader who has held senior executive and CEO roles across multiple member associations. Her previous roles include CEO of Optometry Victoria/SA, where she drove positive change within the organisation including delivering the OMEGA23 - World Congress of Optometry here in Melbourne. Prior to that, Ilsa was CEO at Meaningful Ageing Australia…

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The Water Industry Operators Association of Australia (WIOA), is delighted to announce the appointment of Dean Barnett as their new Chief Executive Officer. Dean took over the role on Monday 31st July 2023, and brings over 30 years of water industry experience, previously leading the Intelligent Water Networks Program on behalf of the Victorian and Tasmanian water industry, in addition to previous Board, Management and Executive roles. "We would also like to acknowledge…

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In response to the alarming findings unveiled by the Grattan Institute's report on Australia's literacy crisis, Speech Pathology Australia is stepping forward to advocate for a national evidence-based phonics approach and more certified speech pathologists in schools. With one-third of Australian children struggling to read proficiently, the dire implications of this challenge underscore the urgent need for evidence-based interventions. As specialists in language development and communication…

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Changes to the Board of Directors at Osteopathy Australia Dr Michelle Funder (Osteopath) has stepped down as the dedicated President from the Osteopathy Australia Board, after six years. Michelle Funder concluded her tenure with Osteopathy Australia after completing two full terms of service. Michelle’s leadership as President, and continuing role on our New Course Committee been instrumental in steering Osteopathy Australia…

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Charity provider Meals on Wheels has reported an almost 50 per cent decline in volunteers for its Queensland branch since the COVID-19 pandemic. Meals on Wheels Queensland chief executive Evan Hill told 9news.com.au the charity had lost 4500 volunteers since the onset of the pandemic in 2020. "We have seen a decline in the number of volunteers across the state since the pandemic…

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The Hon. Minister for the Arts, Tony Burke today announced the appointment of Mr Michael Ebeid AM as the new Chair of the Screen Australia Board, and the reappointment of Ms Megan Brownlow as Deputy Chair. Michael Ebeid AM will take over from outgoing Chair Nicholas Moore AO whose third term ends on 30 March 2024. Michael was initially appointed to the Screen Australia Board on 14 July 2023 and brings to the role extensive experience from the media,…

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