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Bring a colleague to Third Sector Expo for only $189

Wed, 1 February 2012 Not-for-profit friends of Third Sector are invited to attend Third Sector Expo 2012 for free and bring a colleague for only $189.

Applications open for $5,000 scholarship

Wed, 1 February 2012 Individuals involved with a not-for-profit association are invited to apply for the inaugural $5,000 City of Mandurah Convention Scholarship.

New association for psychologists

Wed, 1 February 2012 A new association representing Indigenous psychologists has been announced to increase the number of Indigenous psychologists in Australia and ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have access to high quality mental health services

New measures for working with volunteers

Wed, 1 February 2012 The Federal Government has met with not-for-profit organisations to discuss new laws affecting volunteers and to find ways to cut the red tape involved in working with volunteers.

Why a strong brand is important for associations

Tue, 31 January 2012 Branding is a very important part of marketing and it is crucial to invest properly in this asset in order to stand out in your industry and attract members.

New appointments at Oxfam and beyondblue

Tue, 31 January 2012 Oxfam Australia has elected a senior lecturer from Murdoch University as its new Chair and beyondblue has appointed Former Chief Minister of the Australian Capital Territory Kate Carnell as its new CEO.

New speakers and Platinum Sponsor announced for Third Sector Expo

Wed, 18 January 2012 Chair of the Australian Government's Not-for-Profit Sector Reform Council Linda Lavarch and international not-for-profit sector leader John Brothers have been announced as speakers at Third Sector Expo 2012, and Drake International has been confirmed as the Platinum Sponsor.

Grants available for resource development program

Wed, 18 January 2012 Applications are now open for a fundraising and resource development program designed to empower not-for-profit organisations to develop and implement revenue generating strategies.

New Year resolutions for not-for-profits in 2012

Wed, 18 January 2012 Third Sector Services Manager Candice de Chalain suggests New Year resolutions to improve your not-for-profit’s efficiency and success in 2012.

New appointments in the sector

Wed, 18 January 2012 The New Year has brought with it various appointments in the not-for-profit sector, including a new Chief Barker at Variety and a Chief Executive at the Brewers Association of Australia and New Zealand.

In the spotlight…

Spinal Injuries Association

10 ways to fast track your career

Dylys Bertelsen explains how not-for-profit professionals can improve their career prospects and get ahead of the competition.

How to secure valuable partnerships

Third Sector speaks to Gerard Veltre, CEO and Artistic Director of not-for-profit performing arts organisation Phunktional, about how he successfully attracted and maintained valuable partnerships to grow his organisation.

Ask an expert: Answers to your governance questions

For this edition, Third Sector readers were invited to submit their questions to governance expert Frank Spranger.

Establishing a communication strategy

Effective communication is essential for an association to fulfil its goals and can be achieved through a strategic communication plan.

Tips for bequests

Moores Legal explains how not-for-profit organisations can improve their bequest marketing.

How to improve your grant application strategy

Peggy Hailstone explains how not-for-profit organisations can improve their grant application strategy in six simple steps.

Is your not-for-profit prepared for change?

Frank Spranger explains how not-for-profit organisations can strategically plan for change.

A new look for SSEE’s member magazine

The Society for Sustainability and Environmental Engineering has a new member magazine, Sustainability and Infrastructure.

Key messages are key to great outcomes

Does your team understand the key messages of your organisation?

Help available to grow events

There is a new toolkit available to help associations increase the number of international delegates attending their events.

5 minutes with Rod Young

Chief Executive Officer, Aged Care Association Australia

FREE registrations now open for NFPs’ professional development

Thu, 29 December 2011 Registrations are now open for the FREE two-day professional development conference and exhibition Third Sector Expo.

Review of not-for-profit governance

Tue, 20 December 2011 The Government is seeking the views of not-for-profit organisations and other stakeholders on appropriate governance arrangements for the future of the sector.

Applications open for $180,000 director scholarships

Tue, 20 December 2011 Applications are open for Victorian Women’s Governance Scholarships, which will provide 34 female directors with training in corporate governance.

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