Townsville Community Information Centre

Good governance is not about ticking boxes. It is about clarity, accountability, and confident decision-making when issues are complex and pressures collide. This practical workshop introduces participants to the realities and contradictions of good governance, where organisations may be fully compliant yet still struggle to manage ethical tension, influence, legitimacy, and risk. It explores why compliance alone is often insufficient to deal with real governance challenges. Using realistic scenarios drawn from volunteer-run and member-based organisations, the session examines issues such as financial pressure, member influence, conflicts of interest, and the boundary between strategy and operations. The workshop is suited to committee members, board directors, managers and CEOs, volunteers, and anyone seeking to build a more effective, transparent, and resilient organisation. Across the session, attendees will explore common governance pitfalls, learn how to distinguish governance from management, and understand how unclear roles, informal authority, and stakeholder pressure can create risk. Through guided discussion and simple diagnostic tools, participants will walk away with a clearer picture of what good governance looks like in practice — and how to strengthen it in their own organisation. Perfect for committee members, board directors, managers/ceo's volunteers, and anyone seeking to build a more effective, transparent, and resilient organisation. This session will count towards your CPD hours, and attendee's will be given a certificate of attendance. Presented by Sean Johnson FGIA from Lakefield Drive

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 Planning ahead as you age can make a real difference. This session gives you clear, practical information to help you understand your options and make confident decisions as you or your family member's age. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 How the aged care system works and what support is available The steps involved in accessing aged care services Key financial considerations for later life How to prepare for a secure and comfortable future 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝 Older adults planning for the future Family members, Carers, and support people Anyone wanting a clearer understanding of aged care or retirement planning