by Megan Buntine | Feb 26, 2019 | Human Resources, Leadership
We recognise the importance of professional development in the workplace to keep staff up to date with industry requirements, enthused about the work they do, and inspired to do new and exciting things. But often we overlook the importance of doing this with members...
by Megan Buntine | Aug 30, 2018 | Good Governance, Human Resources, Leadership
We’ve probably all heard the old saying: “Two heads are better than one”. But two heads, from diverse backgrounds, are even better still! When we come together with people who are very similar to us, we tend to think in similar ways, have similar life experiences to...
by Megan Buntine | Feb 28, 2018 | Good Governance, Human Resources, Leadership
The year is already marching on and before we know it the end of the financial year will be upon us and many of us will be looking towards the Annual General Meeting (AGM) for our community group. So to be properly prepared for electing your Board or Committee of...
by Megan Buntine | Jan 29, 2018 | Good Governance, Human Resources, Risk Management
For any group which is incorporated under the Victorian Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012, it is a legal requirement to include Grievance Procedures in the Rules of Association to deal with any disputes amongst members, or between a member and the...
by Megan Buntine | Nov 30, 2017 | Good Governance, Human Resources, Leadership, Risk Management
Bullying and harassment are characterised by persistent and repeated negative behaviour directed at someone, and which creates a risk to their health and safety. Unfortunately, bullying and harassment do occur in our community groups sometimes. In addition to the...
by Megan Buntine | Jun 16, 2017 | Fundraising, Human Resources, Leadership
A Patron is someone who provides some sort of benefit to your organisation through their association with your group. They are usually someone who has a high profile in some way, and through their position can help raise the profile of your organisation as well....
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