Board Members

The members of the Board of Governance are

President: Stephen Blackwell

Board Member: Dorothea Lenehan

Board Member: Bruce Clapham

Board Member: Gary Anderson

Board Member: David Evans

Board Member: Andy Dodd

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Could the age of automation see us no longer define ourselves by our work, while at the same time usher in a new age of productivity and prosperity?

Many of us have been working from home the last 3-4 months and with it, comes the ability to claim some costs imposed on our household budget.

A posture of humility, an eye for nuance and an ability to transfer are the 3 key elements of deep thinking that will equip us to navigate this digital age.

If business leaders empower their scattered team, then we are guaranteed to see the most unique of innovations spring from the most unique of times.

Putting up a fight against these three enemies of tenacity is a good sign you’re on your way to developing a healthy and productive level of it.

Struggling to see how you’ll ever afford that dream home or get out of debt? Dave Ramsey’s advice could give you the hope you need.

Re:Imagine is a short course designed to help Christian business and enterprise leaders navigate their way out of the current COVID season with confidence.

One of the biggest enemies of momentum is monotony, and right now it feels like we are all participating in a modern, viral version of Groundhog Day.

We are living in times of unprecedented change, Australians are responding to these and the impact they have on how they work and learn.

Instead of seeing ourselves as victims, we can position ourselves as leaders of our own lives in this unprecedented time and lean in to change.

Social anxieties are not just the domain of young people. Social challenges affect each lifestage and generation differently.

This is about more than a scorched and dusty, dry land. What some are calling the worst drought in living memory seems to have more to it than just that.

Speaking as a X-Generation boy who all the other generations despise, let me say this: If you’re a Christian, it’s not OK to say “OK Boomer”.

Without Thanksgiving, or any public holidays, Black Friday is not as big an event in Australia as it is in the U.S – but it is gaining recognition.

The average household annual income is $116,584 and the national average household net wealth has tipped the million-dollar mark for the first time.

More than 1 in 5 Australians (21%) have experienced food insecurity in the last 12 months, meaning they ran out of food and were unable to buy more.

Events in Australia are big business. It ranks 8th amongst the top 50 countries for business events, a sector that accounts for AUD $1.48 trillion per year.

It is hard to refute the statement that we are now living in the great screenage. Screen-based devices are now a regular part of our day to day lives.

For many of us, the very mention of Artificial Intelligence conjures up futuristic notions of SkyNet and cunning malevolent robots.

A recent data release from the ABS shows some interesting findings about Australia’s population and migration trends during last year.

We need convincing evidence of the goodness of God’s character if we are to trust him with our lives and futures in a world that deadly pathogens exist.

The one thing that God cannot do is remember your sins once he has forgiven you. He has promised this many times in the Bible.

“For years pastors have pleaded with their congregations to remember that the church is outside the four walls” says Open Doors Australia CEO, Mike Gore.

The flowing copperplate script with red and white colours is a logo that is recognisable around the world, but how much of it’s history is known?

In the great debate of how exactly divine sovereignty and human free will interact, here are three things we can be sure of.

What plans have you had cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic? If you are feeling thrown and disorientated, there is hope still.

At the age of 9, Dan Paterson experienced a car accident which prompted a life journey exploring some of the biggest and most painful questions of life.

What does it mean to make history? Nelson Mandela, Pelé, Mother Teresa, and Albert Einstein are all names which are instantly recognisable to many of us.

Remind yourself about the incredible power of prayer to access strength and help from God in your time of need with these 13 hope-filled verses.

The Psalms say to “taste and see that the Lord is good”! Throughout the ages, millions of transformed lives have testified to Christ’s resurrection power.

For Young & Free, Best Friends captures the cry of a generation longing for truth and a life different to the status quo.

Do we offer kindness as a means to feeling ‘upstanding’? Or is it truly out of genuine value for another life and our desire to serve them?

Paul Baloche, the writer of iconic Sunday setlist staples like Open the Eyes of My Heart Lord, Hosanna and Above All has released his 22nd album.

Pop the corn, lay back and work your way through these top five movies to stream this Mother’s Day!

While, in isolation, plenty of people binged Netflix’s crime documentary, “Tiger King” (2020). But maybe we’re not so different from him as we think.

The Aussie singer-songwriter says, “songwriters still need to pursue uncommon ways of saying timeless truths, as that’s what awakens wonder”.

Lead vocalist for contemporary Christian band Unspoken Chad Mattson talks about his faith journey, the band’s history and the meaning behind ‘Good Fight’.

The well meaning short 3 minute video of Gal Gadot and other celebrities singing Imagine has been mercilessly slammed and labelled “tone deaf”.

An online HOPE-FILLED film festival featuring 10 of the most inspirational stories and more delivered straight to your inbox!

We Are Messengers can only write songs, full of declarations about sin, forgiveness, and mental health—because they’ve each wrestled with these things.

If you’re feeling depleted, don’t quit friend – simply, pause, pray and let God refill you. He’s the supply that never runs dry.

In the busyness of the everyday, how can we discern what we should focus on and what really matters in life? Here’s a question that can help.

New research reveals that one in three people in accommodation and food services have lost their jobs since Australia’s 100th case of COVID-19.

While the COVID-19 pandemic is universally affecting everyone, men – and dads in particular – are feeling the strain in unique ways.

This rich and creamy chicken soup is more like a delicious curried chicken stew and tastes amazing served with a side of bread.

Author Robert Garrett suggests looking for these four areas of competence before giving teens their ‘P Plates’ for social media.

These mini cakes are light, moist and not overly sweet, perfect for an afternoon snack or after dinner treat. This recipe serves 12.

Resilience, generous leadership and selective listening are just a few things that author and entrepreneur Seth Godin touches on.

25 common sense and practical ways to cope with the stay at home directive and to ground yourself in these unsettling times.

Warm your soul with a bowl of this hearty chicken and vegetable soup that’s deliciously creamy!

These physical and behavioural signs could suggest that your child is anxious about returning to school, and here’s how you can support them.

Every child is different. Every situation is different. But by listening and taking it slow you’ll be in a better place to ease their transition.

With so many new expectations on parents through the pandemic, parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson says that it’s okay to do less.

While parents may need to monitor their teens’ usage, social media in this time is proving to be invaluable for their teens’ mental health and wellbeing.

The free online video series by Colin and Compassion Australia offers short talks featuring messages of encouragement, Bible readings, prayers and music.

Dr Justin Coulson shares some tips for how divorced parents can negotiate differences and make shared custody achievable during this difficult time.

Co-parenting at the best of times is complicated. Dr Justin Coulson gives some guidance to help co-parents navigate these challenging times.

Don’t try to be a Pinterest parent, psychologist Collett Smart advises. Encouragement and tips as home schooling commences in Australia.

It isn’t always quickly fixed, but we can take these steps to mend their broken hearts and broken trust. As we do, we might even find that we mend our own.

In this article, psychologist Collett Smart gives 6 tips for how families can effectively navigate being housebound together during COVID-19.

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