News and Reports: Edition 1

Managing for Recovery report

This second survey of third sector organisations reveals that in the face of the worldwide financial crisis, Australian charities generally expect a positive year ahead.

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Productivity Commission report on the Contribution of the Not-For-Profit sector

The report has made 38 recommendations to simplify what it sees as a complex and opaque regulatory framework. It proposes a national registrar for community and charitable purpose organisations.

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National Compact

The National Compact was launched in Parliament House on 17 March 2010, following almost two years of community consultations. It discusses the need for innovative partnerships between government, business and not-for-profit organisations.

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• Visit the National Compact website

Directors Social Impact Study

Report by the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) aimed at understanding the contribution directors make to the economy and society through their engagement in the NFP sector.

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National Survey of Volunteering Issues

 The annual National Survey of Volunteering Issues conducted by Volunteering Australia provides an insight into the issues that affect volunteering in Australia.

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