Australian Retailers Association Addresses Senate on Supermarket Pricing
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has urged the Senate Select Committee on Supermarket Pricing to carefully examine all the factors contributing…
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ARA continues to dominate the retail media landscape
At the Australian Retailers Association (ARA), we are thrilled to share the remarkable impact and reach of our media coverage throughout the Christmas and Boxing Day period.
Our dedication to providing insightful commentary, tireless advocacy and accurate retail trade information has led to a significant media presence, setting us apart as the leading retail association in Australia.
Women in Defence Association launches in Western Australia
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…
The Australian Coffee Traders Association on bringing itself closer to the coffee community
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,…
The NFP Year Ahead – 2024
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…
Can a member request motions to be included in the AGM Agenda?
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…
STA CEO Misha Schubert to take up new role
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,"…
Appointment of Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch CEO, Ilsa Hampton
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…
WIOA appoints new CEO
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…
Speech pathologists champion phonics and increased presence in schools as key to addressing Australia's reading crisis
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…
Osteopathy Australia appoints new President and Vice President & Changes to Board
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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