DGR Reform Consultation 2017
Proposed reforms to the Deductible Gift Recipient Scheme
In June 2017, the Australian government released a consultation paper,and invited submissions, regarding possible reforms to the DGR scheme.
A commentary on the Treasury DGR Discussion Paper can be found here, and a resource paper highlighting shared positions can be found here.
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Loan Cars for Missionaries
Mission Motors exists under God to provide a support service to Christian Missionaries back in Australia and needing the use of a car. It is a ministry of Springwood/Winmalee Anglican church. They have a fleet of 16 used vehicles, almost all of which have been donated by Christians in Australia. For more information, email: missionmotors16@gmail.com
Read MoreChild Protection Toolkit
The Child Protection Toolkit is designed to be used by boards and managers of any not-for-profit organisation that works with children and includes legal overview, practical information including a checklist and how to respond to a report, and an outline of child protection schemes and obligations in each Australian state.
Link: https://missionsinterlink.org.au/child-protection-toolkit/
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Cars to borrow in South East QLD
A pool of vehicles is available in Sth East Qld for missionaries planning to visit Queensland – missionaries in need can be linked with vehicle owners.
More information at: https://missionsinterlink.org.au/car-loans/
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2017 Missionary Tax Guide
A new 2017 edition of the Missionary Tax Guide, produced by the Australian Not For Profit Accountants Network Inc., has been released and is available for purchase from Missions Interlink as an e-resource. For more information, click here.
Read MoreChildSafe
ChildSafe Limited exists to serve organisations working with children and young people, with the goal of improved child safety. ChildSafe resources are suitable for all types of community organisations. They are an initiative of Scripture Union Australia, who conceived and developed ChildSafe as an internal project before creating ChildSafe Limited as a separate entity in 2007. ChildSafe actively partner with many churches, schools and other community organisations.
For more information, visit www.childsafe.org.au
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Aldinga Beach Retreat: A Respite Ministry
The Aldinga Beach Retreat is located in Aldinga Beach, South Australia, an hour’s drive south of Adelaide. The retreat house is modern and family friendly, and has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. As a ministry of Missions Interlink, stays are offered at a significantly reduced cost for missionaries, pastors, and Christian workers who are in need of retreat. More info at: missionsinterlink.org.au/retreat
Read MoreManaging Charity Money
Managing Charity Money
This guide from the ACNC provides insights into good practices of financial management and includes practical steps that can be taken to ensure finances are used appropriately and protected from misuse. It can be downloaded here.
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Managing Conflicts of Interest
Managing Conflicts of Interest
The ACNC has produced a guide to help charity board members manage any conflicts of interest. It can be downloaded here.
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