What the ANAO Found Wrong with Grants Administration
A walkthrough of the ANAO's major grants audits, including the sports rorts and commuter car parks affairs, and the five recurring patterns of failure that the Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles 2024 were designed to fix.
Dark Patterns and the ACCC: Where Persuasion Becomes Illegal
The ACCC is targeting dark patterns under the new Unfair Trading Practices Act 2026. Drip pricing, subscription traps and manipulative design now carry penalties up to $100 million.
Grant Acquittals: A Guide for Administrators and Grantees
How do grant acquittals work under the Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles? The three report types, common mistakes and what changed in October 2024.
Automated Decision Making in Australia
Automated decision making covers everything from rules-based calculations to AI-driven assessments. This guide explains the Australian compliance framework, the December 2026 transparency deadline and what managers responsible for digital service delivery need to do.
Conciliation vs Mediation in Australia
Conciliation and mediation are both forms of alternative dispute resolution but differ in how actively the third party intervenes. This guide explains the distinction, where each process applies in Australia and how professionals can prepare effectively.
Financial Literacy for Grants Administration and Management
Build practical financial literacy for grants administration. This one-day program covers budgeting, financial reporting, compliance and risk management for grant-funded projects.