Charities Register – the good and the bad
There is a new charities register where anyone can look up details of an organisation. Check out the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) register here. There are some good and bad things which come from this register. The real pity about it is, the bad can [...]
Political implications
Political Implications The political implications of the events in Canberra in the past few days are being felt nationwide. Regardless of who you believe should be in power, there is no question that it has created an uncertainty about the short and long term future, [...]
Not-for-profit must be redefined
Not-for-profit must be redefined Not-for-profit is a term that carries considerable baggage and it is harming charities ability to deliver services, raise awareness and find cures. For all its intended good, not-for-profit as a sector defining term is having a negative impact on society. [...]
The Voice
Are you enjoying watching the latest season of The Voice? It’s such a great concept, watching credible singers given an opportunity to be judged on the quality of their voice. Is it unique? Is it telling a story? Does it stand out? Do you want to buy [...]
Not-for-profit definition is a problem
Whether a not-for-profit is a charity or not is only part of the question. The trouble is the just released ‘draft‘ definition by the Treasury is only answering this question. The Treasury website (left) – looking into charities and defining a not-for-profit organisation Who [...]
Current clients matter
Current clients matter It would seem to be the obvious, current clients matter. However what is said and what is done can often be two very different things. The organisations who get it right reap the rewards and those who don’t risk untold damage. Current [...]