It is challenging to be in a confined area with the same people for extended periods of time. Maintaining your mental health is important at times like these. With strong vaccination rates, we can be confident into 2022 that we can protect the most vulnerable members of society.

With schools closed in NSW and Victoria, and childcare restricted to authorized workers in Victoria, many children will be at home for the next few weeks. And with their usual creative and physical outlets – libraries, sports, playgroups, and other public places.

When funding is such a challenge and public bodies are using charities to deliver their mission, it can be easy to fall into the trap of following the funding, by allowing external entities to dictate your organization’s direction.

The demands on trustees and management teams are immense. This can often lead to difficulties recruiting and retaining the people who drive the culture and mission that ultimately creates the greatest impact for beneficiaries.