Information Sheet 26: This information sheet summarises the major changes under the new Act and provides 'plain English' answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.

Information Sheet 14 : Managing Conflicts of Interest - UPDATE Conflicts of interest are a serious issue that all organisations need to prepare for, proactively. This information sheet defines what a conflict of interest is and provides a framework for managing the risks associated with real or perceived conflicts. A list of key resources, a sample template for a conflict of interest policy and a disclosure statement are included. Appendix 1: Draft Conflict of Interest Policy, and Appendix 2: Declaration of Interest template, are available as word documents from within Information Sheet 14. They can be adopted or adapted to the needs of your organisation.

Information Sheet 25: Strategic Planning This information sheet examines the process of strategic planning. It defines the concepts, examines concerns and barriers to effective planning, analyses the benefits and the process of achieving an effective strategic plan. There is also a list of useful resources.

Information Sheet 24: Board Performance Review The increasing governance and compliance requirements placed on Boards of non profit organisations include the expectation that they evaluate their performance regularly. This information sheet outlines principles for effective Board reviews and offers some practical information for Boards that seek to evaluate their efforts.

Information Sheet 23: Board Financial Delegation When the Board of a not-for-profit organisation has power to engage in an activity, it can delegate that responsibility to another party to enable the organisation to operate effectively and efficiently. The form, limits, risks and responsibilities of financial delegations are explained in this information sheet.

Information Sheet 22: Governance and Partnerships This information sheet explores some of the issues that need to be addressed for the effective governance of formal partnership arrangements between non-profit organisations. It outlines possible risks and clearly recommends that you ‘look before you leap’.

Information Sheet 9: Selecting A Consultant (revised 2009)

Information Sheet 21: Quality Improvement Standards in Governance and Management. Continuous quality improvement is a broad management term that describes a process through which organisations systematically assess and improve their performance along a range of criteria. Do quality standards aim to prescribe minimum levels of attainment and monitor compliance? Or do they focus on improving the quality of the service in the form of outcomes for clients?

Information Sheet No 1 (revised 2008): Simple measures to assist non-government organisations in maintaining good governance

Information Sheet 20: The purpose of this information sheet is to assist managers to deal with the vexed issue of poor performance. Some managers in small organisations may not have the skills and knowledge to enable them to deal with poor performance effectively.

Information Sheet No 19: The purpose of this information sheet is to assist managers to conduct a review that has value and benefit to both employees and the organisation.

Information Sheet 18: This information sheet outlines a process for managing staff performance effectively so that employees are supported and accountable for the performance of their duties. This ensures that they work to their maximum potential, quality services are delivered and the goals of the organisation are achieved.

Information Sheet No 17

Information Sheet No 16: Undertaking Job Evaluations

Information Sheet No 15

Information Sheet No 13: A Guide for Ethical Decision Making

Information Sheet No 12: Monitoring and adopting standards

Information Sheet No 11: The legalities of managing an incorporated community organisation

Information Sheet No 10: Professional Supervision

Information Sheet No 8: Developing policies and procedures for grievances and complaints within non government organisations