Every year on the 3rd December, the world comes together to recognise and celebrate the International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD). This day is a powerful reminder of the importance of creating inclusive societies where individuals of all abilities have equal opportunities to thrive. In Australia, IDPwD is not just about raising awareness—it’s a call to action for businesses, communities, and organisations to foster environments…

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Understanding what members value most has never been more important. The 2024 Association Member Experience Report by Higher Logic is here to keep you ahead of the curve. Based on insights from nearly 400 association members, this report reveals their top priorities, preferred communication methods, and key factors influencing retention. Use these findings to enhance member experiences, meet their needs,…

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Celebrating its 20th year of publication, ASSOCIATIONS continues to educate and inspire associations and not-for-profit organisations across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. This bi-annual publication showcases news and updates across the industry, practical advice on association management and insightful articles from association leaders.  In this special edition, Associations Forum announces the…

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The Blackbaud Institute, a sector research lab at Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software for powering social impact, has released a new report, Charitable Support Across Generations in Australia and New Zealand,…

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Anna Case, Executive Manager of Sales at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC), brings a wealth of experience in destination marketing and the convention business. Since joining GCCEC earlier this year, Anna has gained valuable insights into why associations consistently choose this iconic venue for their conferences and events. Why is Gold Coast a Preferred Destination…

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Standards Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Rod Balding as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).   Rod Balding joins Standards Australia with extensive experience in finance, commercial, and risk management sectors and significant contributions to the not-for-profit sector through his involvement with entities such as the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), the Women’s Basketball World Cup, the Australian Sports Foundation,…

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The P&C Federation of NSW is proud to announce a new chapter in its leadership, as Aresha Quaass has been elected as President of the Board following the December Board Meeting held this past weekend. Aresha, who represents the South Coast electorate, succeeds Yvonne Hilsz, whose term as President has been marked by unwavering commitment, impactful leadership, and a deep passion for supporting P&C Associations across the state. Yvonne Hilsz’s tenure has been defined by her tireless advocacy…

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A powerful lobby group that represents Australia’s mum and dad investors plans to grill James McClements, the chair of Mineral Resources, over his lack of action in addressing the dodgy dealings of the company’s boss and founder Chris Ellison. The Australian Shareholders…

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Australia, 5th November 2024: To support Australian businesses, charities, and membership organisations doing it tough, Pure Public Relations and New Colony are giving back with the launch of a $50,000 pro bono initiative, the Impact Challenge. This initiative invites organisations to apply for a comprehensive, custom strategy and short-term pro bono PR program at no cost, crafted by expert teams from both Pure Public Relations and New Colony. The goal: to help organisations address and…

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I am delighted to share the exciting news of Scott Bumpstead's appointment as the new Executive Director of the Science Teachers Association of Victoria (STAV), commencing January 2025. Scott's career reflects exceptional leadership across education, fitness, sport, and not-for-profit sectors. His expertise in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and organisational transformation, combined with a proven ability to drive growth…

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AIDA would like to thank the outgoing President Dr Simone Raye for her incredible leadership and dedication to AIDA over the past few years. We also thank outgoing Directors: Dr Glenn Harrison and Dr Tammy Kimpton, plus Student Director Jessica Storrar for their contributions to our mission. We are excited to introduce the 2024-25 AIDA Board, an incredibly prepared group of leaders who will continue to drive Indigenous excellence in health:

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