The Governance lite framework aims to improve governance functions in small and voluntary organisations.
Timeline of key dates for existing incorporated societies to update rules and reregister.
A handbook written for Churches in New Zealand which outlines key legal issues to be aware of ranging from set…
Helpful tips for organisations who have decided to apply to become a registered charity, making sure you have all the…
Links to COVID-19 information that is relevant to the community sector - for organisations and how they work, their staff…
An eBook from Parry Field Lawyers with tools for organisations that are in the planning and start-up phase.
The five key steps to help you decide if you have to set up a charity or a legal entity…
Governance resources for social sector organisations - read about specific topics or download a full guide for goverance in social…
The Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) is New Zealand's primary health & safety law.
SportTutor is a free online learning tool for the NZ sports sector, created to support, help and guide people working…
A Companies Office information hub about the incorporated societies law changes and what your society will need to do to…
Charities Services have translated some of their key resources into nine languages.
A charitable trust is an agreement between people (called trustees) to manage property, over which they have control, for charitable…
The ten key changes in the 2022 Act that incorporated societies need to be aware of.
While the model of governance may vary for each charity, there are common core roles and governance functions that need…
This guide for people who are, or are thinking about becoming, board members of a charity.
A downloadable document giving an overview of the information contained in the online Community Resource Kit.
A comprehensive online course about good governance for Incorporated Societies and Charities.
Advantages and disadvantages of different types of decision making - the process of deciding about something important, especially in a…
A sample agenda and guide to the 'on the day' running of an AGM.