National Australia Day Council Annual Report

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1 National Australia Day Council Annual Report

2 National Australia Day Council Limited 2013 National Australia Day Council Limited Old Parliament House King George Terrace Parkes ACT 2600 Telephone: Facsimile: ACN ABN The National Australia Day Council is generously supported by the Australian Government

3 Contents Chair s Message 4 Board of Directors 5 CEO s Message 6 Charter 7 Australia Day 9 Australian of the Year Awards 15 Recipients of the Australian of the Year Awards Corporate Services 19 Corporate Partners 20 Staff 21 Contents NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Australia Day National Network 22 Directors Report 24 Auditor s Independence Declaration 31 Independent Auditor s Report 32 Financial Report 34 Statutory Financial Statements 35 Statement of Comprehensive Income for the year ended 30 June Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June Statement of Changes in Equity for the year ended 30 June Statement of Cashflows for the year ended 30 June Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June Sponsors and Partners 50 3

4 Chair s Message Chair s Message NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL The National Australia Day Council (NADC) inspires national pride and spirit to enrich the lives of all Australians, and I m delighted at our achievements this year on our key focus areas of participation, meaning and recognition. Our research shows us that Australians see Australia Day as a uniting day: a day to recognise the values, culture and diversity of our nation. I m so pleased that in 2013, almost 18 million Australians participated in Australia Day. This shows us that our national day really is a reflection of Australia: a day to celebrate both our community as a whole and the 22 million stories that make up our nation. Of course, Australians also participate in Australia Day because of the amazing array of events that are on offer around the nation. From the fun runs held at dawn right through to when the last cracker is released in the evening, these events are only made possible through the committed efforts of local State and Territory event organisers. I recently had the opportunity to meet more than 150 of these brilliant individuals at the Australia Day National Conference in Canberra and I am encouraged by the delegates who had travelled across the country and their eagerness to learn how they can continue to inspire pride and spirit in their own community. As part of the National Conference, we launched the call for nominations for the Australian of the Year Awards. Through this program, we encourage all Australians to nominate someone who inspires them, makes a difference in their community and embodies the values that they feel are truly Australian. I m so honoured that we deliver this unique and prestigious Australian program that acknowledges so many outstanding Australians and really is the people s Award: one nomination is all it takes to recognise someone you admire. Ita Buttrose AO OBE, Professor Ian Maddocks AM, Akram Azimi and Shane Phillips are great role models that we can all be proud of as our Australians of the Year for has been a year of transition for the NADC, in both leadership and direction, and I m so proud of what has been achieved and all the success we have to build upon for the future. Without the support and dedication of the National Australia Day Network and our key partners we would not be able to achieve these great results. On behalf of the NADC, I would like to thank our State and Territory colleagues, the Australian Government and our corporate sponsors and partners for their ongoing support. Adam Gilchrist AM Chair 4

5 Board of Directors As at 30 June 2013 Mr Adam Gilchrist AM Chair Former wicketkeeper/batsman Australian Test and One Day International cricket teams Ms Shelley Reys AO Deputy Chair Managing Director Arrilla Indigenous Consultants and Services Ms Janet Whiting Chair, Audit Committee Partner Corrs Chambers Westgarth Prof Ian Frazer AC CEO and Research Director Translational Research Institute Board of Directors NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Mr Jason Glanville CEO National Centre of Indigenous Excellence Ms Renée Leon PSM Deputy Secretary, Governance Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet Ms Carol Schwartz AM Chairman, Our Community & Qualitas Property Partners Ms Robbie Sefton Director Sefton & Associates Dr Thinethavone (Tim) Soutphommasane Postdoctoral Fellow, Institute for Democracy and Human Rights University of Sydney Prof Samina Yasmeen Director, Centre for Muslim States and Societies University of Western Australia 5

6 CEO s Message CEO s Message NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL I have always seen Australia Day as playing an important role in our identity as a nation. It s a day for us to celebrate our Australian spirit: our passion and enthusiasm, our lifestyle, our diversity and our sense of a fair go for all. It s a day to meet over the barbeque and take stock of all that is great about this country of ours, and also to commit to ensuring we make it an even better place for the future. I see the work of the National Australia Day Council (NADC) as a meaningful and important part of the Australian spirit, delivering national programs such as the Australia Day Ambassadors and the Australian Affirmation, events of national significance in the national capital and of course Australia s most eminent awards program the Australian of the Year Awards. As Interim CEO, I have taken the opportunity to embrace this year of transition. In addition to delivering our established programs, there has been an increased focus on our online communication channels as we see people shift to using the internet as a primary way to communicate. We have incorporated this shift into the Awards program directing much of the advertising campaign through digital media. The amazing growth in both the participation and meaning of Australia Day and the Australian of the Year Awards couldn t have been achieved without the dedicated work of the NADC Board and staff, and all members of the Australia Day National Network. I would like to thank you all for your ongoing commitment and I look forward to continuing to work closely with you in the future. Of course, all the great work of the NADC is supported most generously by our partners. I would like to thank government at all levels across the nation who champion the celebration of Australia Day, and particularly acknowledge the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) who are enormously supportive and share our vision for our national day. I would also like to highlight the genuine commitment we receive from our major corporate sponsors the Commonwealth Bank (Australian of the Year Awards), Woolworths (Ambassador Program), and Australia Post (Corporate Functions). We sincerely appreciate your engagement and enthusiasm for our programs and I look forward to a continuing partnership into the future. Adrian Watts Interim Chief Executive Officer 6

7 Charter Purpose Statement Inspire national pride and spirit to enrich the life of all Australians. Our Work Participation Unite all Australians through celebration Meaning Promote the meaning of Australia Day Recognition Acknowledge active citizenship and achievement Our Values Integrity and Relevance Charter NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Strategic Themes Inclusive: Actively include all Australians in recognition of the cultural, geographic and social diversity of the nation Promote civic virtue and lived citizenship Foster positive Australian identity and social cohesion Quality Demonstrate excellence Pursue innovation Demonstrate courageous leadership Networked Facilitate community engagement and connection Strengthen and sustain the state and territory network Build productive long-term relationships with corporate partners and key contractors Marketing Orientation Leverage and position the brand Ensure connection with all Australians Key Priorities 1. Cultivate a presence in the civic culture agenda 2. Sustain the State and Territory Network 3. Grow our relationships with stakeholders 4. Maximise programs and drive the brand 7

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9 Australia Day On Australia Day we celebrate what s great about Australia and being Australian. We achieve this through a focus on participation, meaning and recognition. Through our events, programs and celebrations we instil a sense of pride and national spirit for all Australians. Motivate and encourage all Australians to participate National Advertising Campaign The Celebrate today, live it again tomorrow national advertising campaign developed by George Patterson Y&R ran for the third time in 2013 and received exceptionally good placement. The campaign aims to encourage Australians to actively participate in Australia Day and also to think about what and why they celebrate our national day. The campaign therefore reflects two key aims: encouraging Australians to participate in Australia Day and to reflect on what it means to be Australian. Australia Day NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL In 2013, the campaign included the use of both the 15 second and 30 second commercials for television, cinema and radio placement in their original form, while the print, outdoor and online executions were refreshed to better match the message and meaning of the television commercial. The refreshed execution was very striking and worked particularly well for outdoor advertising, where there was an increase across both digital placement and hard copy banner sites. The campaign began slightly earlier than in , from early December to Australia Day. This shift is credited with the dramatic increase of television placement as we were able to lock in the ad placements were locked in earlier. A total media value of 2,539,263 was secured for the campaign, which is up 9% on placement from Australia Day Ambassador Program The NADC again undertook the coordination of this national program, sponsored by Woolworths. The Australia Day Ambassador Program sees high-achieving and inspirational Australians travel across the nation on Australia Day to community celebrations large and small. Ambassadors often undertake key roles at community events, judging competitions, making inspiring speeches and being involved in citizenship ceremonies. Their involvement brings a special point of interest and excitement for local communities. A total of 386 ambassadors visited 416 communities in Australia Day Achievement Medallion Program The Australia Day Achievement Medallion program was well received again in with 1964 medallions distributed to staff in government departments, agencies, and local Australia Day committees in all States and Territories. 9

10 Australia Day NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Australia Post Corporate Functions The annual Australia Day Lunches were held by each of the States and Territories in the week before Australia Day. The lunch program aims to connect the business community with Australia Day, as well as provide the sponsor, Australia Post, with the opportunity to launch its annual Legends stamp edition. Music Legends were honoured in two categories: individuals and bands. Those acknowledged were: John Farnham, Olivia Newton-john, Kylie Minogue, Paul Kelly, Molly Meldrum, AC/DC, Cold Chisel, Men at Work, The Seekers and INXS. Reports from the States and Territories indicate that the Australia Post functions were successful, with attendance figures higher than expected in many States. Australia Day in the Office Australia Day in the Office is a national program which encourages Australian workplaces to celebrate Australia Day with their work colleagues in the week leading up to Australia Day. Australia Day in the Office gives workplaces the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of staff as well as taking stock before the year ahead, while also focussing on all the good things about Australia and being Australian was the second year this program ran nationally, and saw a 39% increase in registrations from Australia Celebrates Concert The Australia Celebrates concert was again held on the lawns of Parliament House on 25 January. In 2013, the concert was broadcast live on ABC1. The Concert was incredibly popular, with crowd numbers up 5,000 on the year before. The popularity of the event was due largely to the line-up, which included Jimmy Barnes, Guy Sebastian, The Presets and Timomatic. Funding received from the ACT Government was invested in enhancements to the concert, including lighting Parliament House and using a helicopter to get aerial footage of the event. National Citizenship and Flag Raising Ceremonies The Australian Flag Raising and Citizenship Ceremony took place at Rond Terrace and was broadcast live on ABC1. This was the second year this format was delivered for this event. Stephanie Brandtz acted as MC on stage and Adam Spencer and Tim Soutphommasane provided commentary to the television audience. Several of the new citizens were interviewed on stage sharing their stories about coming to Australia and their decision to stay. The Governor-General, Her Exellency the Honourable Quentin Bryce AC CVO and the Prime Minister, the Honourable Julia Gillard MP both played key roles on the day. Prominent actor Miriam Margoyles became a citizen at the ceremony, which was also a highlight. 10 The NADC worked closely with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship, Australian Defence Force and the ACT Government to deliver this special event.

11 Australia Day in the National Capital The NADC worked in partnership with the ACT Government to present Australia Day activities in Canberra, including the display of street flags and banners and the production of a day-long program of events. Fireworks were planned as the finale of the day, however, due to an extreme weather event, the fireworks were cancelled in Motivate and encourage all Australians to reflect Radio Series In 2013, two radio series were developed to motivate Australians to reflect on the meaning of Australia Day. The Celebrate What s Great series which has become a staple of radio programming leading up to Australia Day was developed once again for the 35+ audience, and a brand new series, Maaate! was produced specifically for a younger demographic. Australia Day NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL The Celebrate What s Great series included 15 x 60-second tracks featuring well-known Australians discussing what it means to be Australian. Australians who featured in the series included Geoffrey Rush, Ita Buttrose, Richie Benaud, Jimmy Barnes, Ray Martin and Adam Gilchrist. The Maaate! series comprised 15 x 30-second spots for airplay. It included talent that had more traction with a younger audience, an opener that had a more FM feel and subject matter that was more light-hearted and upbeat. Youth oriented stations responded well to this format, particularly in rural and regional areas. Talent used in the new series included Gotye, Charlie Pickering, Julia Morris, Urthboy and Ellyse Perry. The two 2013 radio series were broadcast on 294 stations in 196 unique markets right across Australia. This was an increase of 61 stations compared to the 233 achieved with the 2012 series, and some stations chose to run both radio series. The total value of this placement was 289,410. Australia Day Launch Event A media launch for Australia Day was held on 18 January, Under the concept, Taking a moment to reflect on the good things we share, the media launch was an authentic reflection on our national day and the many different meanings and feelings Australians have about Australia Day. The launch highlighted our Indigenous culture, volunteering, active citizenship and our multicultural society, and provided the vehicle for the media to genuinely contemplate the meaning of Australia Day, with serious and sincere messages regarding Reconciliation and diversity. The launch was held on the turf of the Melbourne Cricket Ground and featured a Welcome to Country lead by Auntie Joy Murphy Wandin and participation by 2012 Australian of the Year Geoffrey Rush, 2012 Young Australian of the Year Marita Cheng, Adam Gilchrist, the Seekers, Men at Work, Australia Day Ambassador Elizabeth Chong, Ahmed Dini and representatives of the Australian Somali Football Association and volunteers from Rotary. 11

12 Australia Day NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Australian Citizenship Affirmation on Australia Day The National Australia Day Council (NADC) was delighted to partner with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) once again to promote the Australian Citizenship Affirmation on Australia Day The Australian Citizenship Affirmation is based on the pledge of commitment made by conferees at citizenship ceremonies. The Affirmation gives those who are already Australians the same opportunity to declare their pride and commitment to our great country. The NADC promotes the Australian Citizenship Affirmation to Local Councils and to Australia Day event organisers across Australia to encourage the audience to include an Australia Citizenship Affirmation in their Australia Day events (or any local event) which then motivates event attendees to reflect on what Australian citizenship means to them. In 2013, there were 27,597 orders for Affirmation resource materials which were distributed to 112 local councils around the country. Create a program which is inclusive of all Australians Reconciliation Action Plan The NADC Reconciliation Action Plan was reviewed and continued to be implemented throughout the year. The NADC is committed to playing a part in the journey of Reconciliation by helping all Australians to move forward with a better understanding of our shared past and how we might build a better future together. Leading the Australia Day Network The NADC works with over 700 local government areas to ensure that Australia Day events around the country are appropriate and sensitive to their local communities by providing advice and resources. For example, in 2013 Canberra hosted the Australia Day National Conference for Australia Day event organisers. The Conference provided valuable training and development and information on Reconciliation Australia s diverse communities and cultural awareness. There were case study sessions on how to deliver inclusive and effective Australia Day events. These efforts ensure that grass roots events and activities are inclusive and accessible for the entire community. Media Australia Day media releases were translated into 10 languages for distribution to Australia s ethnic media to ensure accessible communications. Ethnic media agencies were also encouraged to distribute the Australia Day national campaign materials. 12

13 Diverse entertainment Artists from culturally and linguistically diverse audience groups were engaged to perform at Australia Day events and a diverse range of events that appeal to all audiences were held across the nation. Online engagement The online audience was engaged through an accessible website and meaningful and reflective content and discussion via social media. Fiona Dolan National Manager, Australia Day Australia Day NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL 13

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15 Australian of the Year Awards Each year the Awards celebrate the achievement and contribution of extraordinary Australians across four categories, Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year (60+), Young Australia of the Year (16 30), and Australia s Local Hero. The Awards profile a broad range of citizens who are role models for us all and inspire us through their achievements to make our own contribution to creating a better Australia. Inspire Australians as a result of the awards program National Announcement The national recipients of the Australian of the Year Awards 2013 were announced by the Prime Minister of Australia, the Hon Julia Gillard MP, at a public ceremony in front of Parliament House in Canberra on 25 January The hour-long announcement was broadcast live nationally on ABC1 from 6.00pm which attracted an audience of 289,000. ABC Local Radio broadcast a special Australian of the Year national evening program between 7 10pm live from the Awards site. The announcement attracted strong editorial coverage in the TV, print and radio media, reaching a cumulative audience of 32,822,204 and with an overall advertising space rate of 2,844,038 (online statistics are not included). Australian of the Year, Ita Buttrose AO OBE; Young Australian of the Year, Akram Azimi and Senior Australian of the Year, Professor Ian Maddocks AM attended the National Flag Raising and Citizenship Ceremony in Canberra on Australia Day then travelled to Sydney and were guests of honour at the Australia Day celebrations at Darling Harbour. Australian of the Year 2012 Geoffrey Rush gave his final speech as Australian of the Year at a lunch hosted by major sponsor the Commonwealth Bank on 25 January. Media coverage of the speech was significant and was broadcast on both Sky News and ABC News 24. Major Sponsor, the Commonwealth Bank, selected eight national Award finalists (one from each State and Territory) and commissioned a four minute film for each. The films were shown on social media sites in the lead up to the National Announcement and then packaged together for broadcast on Channel Ten and the Discovery Channel on Australia Day. Community Participation The national Award recipients have all been very generous with their time accepting a number of requests to speak at a wide variety of community events. NSW finalists toured Northern NSW from 7 10 April 2013 speaking at schools and community groups. The Tour of Honour for the 2013 program will be held in July, where Ita Buttrose will speak at a community forum with Jonty Bush Young Australian of the Year 2009, and will be broadcast on ABC Local Radio. Ita Buttrose will then travel to Perth and join Akram Azimi for a number of speaking events at education institutions and business forums. Australian of the Year Awards NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL 15

16 Australian of the Year Awards NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Build the Awards brand to inspire widespread community interest and involvement in the program Nominations campaign Nominations for the 2013 Awards were officially launched on 5 July 2012 by the Prime Minister The Honourable Julia Gillard MP, at a morning tea function in Melbourne. There was strong media coverage on the day as NADC Chair Adam Gilchrist conducted 25 syndicated radio interviews which fed in to 183 stations and markets; this resulted in 130,000 worth of media coverage from radio alone nominations were received for 2135 individuals. The Awards website was refreshed to include an upgraded nomination form and an Honour Roll designed to profile all previous finalists and recipients since the beginning of the Awards program in The website, Honour Roll and nomination form are all mobile optimised allowing greater access across more devices. Web traffic was strong with 82,305 visits throughout the nomination period, 78% of which were new visitors. Social media audience and engagement continued to increase particularly on Facebook, a platform which opens up new opportunities to create a different style of content to suit online communities. In particular, there was a strong focus on profiling nominees so the community could see and relate to the range of people that are nominated. Corporate partner engagement continued to increase with a particular focus on the nomination period as a key opportunity to profile their association and support nominations. Stronger engagement with community groups has been established to encourage more nominations. Strengthen the management of the Awards program Sponsorship funding remains strong. All 10 Award sponsors have renewed their agreements for the 2014 program and in some cases signed a multiple year agreement. All finalists and recipients were of an appropriate calibre and were well received. An efficient and effective business plan was developed and delivered and each phase was reviewed upon its completion. Collaboration with the national network continued with regular network meetings held to discuss and improve the program. Carolyn Ludovici National Manager, Australian of the Year Awards 16

17 Recipients of the Australian of the Year Awards 2013 National Recipients Australian of the Year Ita Buttrose AO OBE Senior Australian of the Year Emeritus Professor Ian Maddocks AM Young Australian of the Year Akram Azimi Australia s Local Hero Shane Phillips State Recipients State Australian of the Year Senior Australian of the Year Young Australian of the Year Australia s Local Hero New South Wales Ita Buttrose AO OBE Ron Allum Corey Payne Shane Phillips Victoria Harold Mitchell AC Emeritus Professor T John Martin AO Queensland Professor Adèle Green AC Western Australia Kerry Stokes AC Lorraine and Barry Young South Australia Sonya Ryan Emeritus Professor Ian Maddocks AM Hayley Bolding Pam Adams Laurie Lawrence Sally Pearson Sergeant Dimitrios Bellos Akram Azimi Vanessa Picker Caroline de Mori Anna Kemp Tasmania Andrew Hughes Anna Crotty Holly Barnewall Gwen Egg Australian Capital Territory Dr Tom Calma AO Dr Jim Peacock AC Julie McKay Francis Owusu Recipients of the Australian of the Year Awards 2013 NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Northern Territory Mark Grose and Michael Hohnen Dr Sadhana Mahajani Jessica Mauboy Peter Fletcher 17

18 18 ACT Australian of the Year 2013, Tom Calma AO with the Governor-General, Her Excellency the Honourable Quentin Bryce AC CVO at a reception at Government House.

19 Corporate Services Maintain positive and regular communication within the Australia Day network to maximise program outcomes The NADC facilitated two planning meetings of the national network, with all state and territories represented at each. The national network has maintained its strength and level of joint programs. To support the delivery and administration of the programs, the NADC distributed a total of 1.36m in grants and sponsorship to these organisations. The NADC continued to negotiate major sponsorship agreements with Australia Post and Woolworths which were inclusive of all states and territories. Ensure high standards of corporate planning and governance throughout the organisation NADC programs were directly aligned to the priorities and actions of the NADC Plan. The CEO role was advertised following the departure of Mr Graham West in February Mr Adrian Watts acted in the role until Mr Jeremy Lasek joined the NADC in September Regular board and audit committee meetings were held with comprehensive and timely reporting. The Board Executive Committee, whose objective is to provide ad-hoc advice, assistance and approvals to NADC senior management, provided ongoing advice and support throughout the year. The NADC reduced its environmental impact by offsetting 100 per cent of its estimated carbon emissions of air travel, vehicle fleet and utilities. These emissions, totalling 85 tonnes, were offset by the planting of 318 trees through Greenfleet, Corporate Services NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Maintain financial viability of the organisation NADC s surplus reflects the NADC s continued efforts to maintain a strong equity position. Members equity at 30 June 2013 was 1.05m representing 15% of the year s expenditure. This is a strong achievement and is the result of continued success in raising sponsorship and tight control on expenditure. A total of 3.62m of cash and quantifiable contra sponsorship and partnership funds were secured for the year. This represents 50% of total income. Adrian Watts Interim Chief Executive Officer 19

20 Corporate Partners Corporate Partners NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Corporate Partners Minter Ellison Lawyers Australia Day Cash Partners Australia Post (major sponsor) Woolworths Limited (major sponsor) Department of Immigration and Citizenship The Canberra Times Contra Partners George Patterson Y&R Universal McCann Capital Hotel Group Media Partners ABC TV MIX Australian of the Year Awards Cash Partners Commonwealth Bank of Australia (major sponsor) Australian Youth Forum Department of Health and Ageing Department of Immigration and Citizenship Contra Partners Qantas Airways Holiday Inn Hotels and Resorts Media Partners ABC TV ABC Local Radio SBS Radio Fairfax Media 20 Campaign Partner Cre8ive

21 Staff At 30 June 2013 Interim Chief Executive Officer Programs Digital Producer Senior Project Manager Australia Day National Manager Project Coordinator Adrian Watts Bucky Toller Brodie Nicholls* Fiona Dolan Erin Scott Staff NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Australian of the Year Awards National Manager Operations Manager Communications Coordinator Carolyn Ludovici Kirrily McIntosh Sonia Morabito Corporate Support Corporate Director Executive Coordinator Receptionist/Administrative Assistant for the Australian of the Year Awards Finance Coordinator Adrian Watts Suzanne Rochester Laura McCauley Doris Leake *On maternity leave at 30 June

22 Australia Day National Network Australia Day National Network NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL The National Australia Day Council leads the network of State and Territory Australia Day affiliate organisations and local Australia Day committees. New South Wales Australia Day Council of New South Wales Department of Premier and Cabinet Level 4, Bligh House, 4 6 Bligh Street Sydney NSW 2000 Victoria Australia Day Committee (Victoria) Department of Premier and Cabinet 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne VIC 3002 Queensland Queensland Commemorative Events and Celebrations Committee Department of the Premier and Cabinet Level 2, Executive Building, 100 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Western Australia South Australia Australia Day Council of South Australia Level 2, 110 Hindley Street, Adelaide SA 5000 Tasmania Department of Premier and Cabinet Level 5/15 Murray Street, Hobart TAS 7000 Australian Capital Territory Economic Development Directorate ACT Government Locked Bag 2001 Civic Square ACT 2601 Northern Territory Australia Day Council NT GPO Box 1934, Darwin NT 0801 Australia Day Council of Western Australia The Lodge, Government House, St Georges Terrace, Perth WA

23 The Governor-General, Her Excellency the Honourable Quentin Bryce AC CVO inspecting the Federation Guard at the National Flag Raising and Citizenship Ceremony on Australia Day Jimmy Barnes, Timomatic and Guy Sebastian perform at Australia Celebrates on 25 January 2013 on the lawns of Parliament House. 23

24 Directors Report Directors Report NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL As at 30 June 2013 The Directors present their report together with the financial statements of the National Australia Day Council Limited (NADC) for the year ended 30 June 2013 and the auditor s report thereon. 1. Directors as at the date of this report Mr Adam Gilchrist AM Ms Shelley Reys AO Ms Janet Whiting Professor Ian Frazer AC Mr Jason Glanville Ms Renée Leon PSM Ms Carol Schwartz AM Ms Robbie Sefton Dr Tim Soutphommasane Professor Samina Yasmeen 2. Responsible Minister Senator the Hon Jan McLucas was the responsible minister until 25 March The Hon Dr Andrew Leigh was the responsible minister from 25 March June At the date of this report the Hon Ed Husic MP is the responsible minister for the NADC. 3. Company Secretary Mr Adrian Watts GAICD held the position of Company Secretary. 4. Principal Activities The principal activities of the company during the year have been to promote national pride, active citizenship and the observance and celebration of Australia Day; to administer the Australian of the Year Awards, which include awards for the Young Australian of the Year, the Senior Australian of the Year and Australia s Local Hero; to distribute grants to State/Territory Australia Day Councils and to make recommendations to and advise the Australian Government on all matters relating to year round national pride activities. 5. Operating Trading Results The net amount of the operating profit for the company for the period ended 30 June 2013 was 94,995 and the accumulated profit at the end of the financial year was 1,054,992. The company is exempt from income tax. 6. Dividends No dividend has been paid or declared during the year and no dividends are proposed. The company is prohibited by its Constitution from making any distribution to its members. 24

25 7. Review of Operations During the period ending 30 June 2013, the NADC and State/Territory network continued to deliver both national and state programs. The Australian Government, through the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, provided a total of 3,394,000 towards the funding for the company. Sponsors provided a total of 3,617,555 for national programs, and part of this funding was allocated to State and Territory Australia Day affiliates for local projects. 8. Significant changes in State of Affairs There have been no significant changes in the state of affairs of the company during the period of 1 July 2012 to 30 June After Balance Date Events Since the end of the financial year, the Directors are not aware of any matter or circumstance not otherwise dealt with in the report or accounts that have significantly or may significantly affect the operations of the company, the results of those operations, or the state of affairs of the company in subsequent financial years. Directors Report NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL 10. Future Likely Developments The NADC will continue to develop and maintain national community based programs in the promotion of national pride and active citizenship, and in making awards for achievement. 11. Directors during the Financial Year Ended 30 June Person Position Mr Adam Gilchrist AM Former wicketkeeper/batsman Australian Test and One Day International cricket teams Chair Experience: Appointed Chair 8 September 2008 Non-Executive Director, Travelex Non-executive Director, Tropical Forestry Services (TFS) 2011-Current Ms Shelley Reys AO Managing Director Arrilla Indigenous Consultants and Services Experience: Special responsibilities: Deputy Chair Appointed 6 September 2004 Appointed Deputy Chair 29 March 2006 Chairman, National Centre of Indigenous Excellence Appointed Audit Committee Member 15 March

26 Directors Report NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Person Ms Janet Whiting Partner, Corrs Chambers Westgarth Lawyers Experience: Special responsibilities: Prof Ian Frazer AC CEO & Research Director Translational Research Institute Position Board Member Appointed 9 June 2010 President, Victorian Arts Centre Trust Deputy Chair, Victorian Major Events Company Director, Tourism Australia Patron, Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation Chairman, Corrs Women in Business Council member Newman College, University of Melbourne Appointed Audit Committee Chair 12 June 2013 Board Member Experience: Appointed 5 May 2012 Director, Coridon Pty Ltd Director, Implicit Bioscience Ltd Director, PA Research Foundation Mr Jason Glanville Chief Executive Officer National Centre of Indigenous Excellence Board Member Experience: Appointed 4 June 2013 Chair, Australian Indigenous Governance Institute Director, Australian Indigenous Leadership Centre Board Member, Reconciliation Australia Board Member, Carriageworks Trustee, Australian Museum Member of the Museum of Contemporary Art s Indigenous Advisory Panel Member, University of Technology, Sydney Vice-Chancellor s Indigenous Advisory Committee Member, Redfern Waterloo Aboriginal Alliance 26 Ms Renée Leon PSM Deputy Secretary, Governance Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet Experience: Special Responsibilities: Board Member Appointed 13 September 2011 Member of the Council for the Order of Australia Member of the Public Service Medal Committee Appointed Audit Committee Member 13 September 2011

27 Person Ms Carol Schwartz AM Chairman, Our Community Position Board Member Experience: Appointed 21 February 2012 Ms Robbie Sefton Managing Director Sefton & Associates Director, Stockland, Director Bank of Melbourne, Chair Women s Leadership Institute, Director, Yarra Capital Partners, Director Qualitas Property Partners, Board member The Sydney Institute, Board Member Enterprise Melbourne Advisory Board, Board member Centre for Advanced Journalism (The University of Melbourne), Council Member Australian Innovation Research Centre (University of Tasmania), Chair of Our Community, Executive in Residence Melbourne Business School Board member, St James Ethics Foundation, Board member, Milken Institute Global Capital Markets, Co Chair, Women Corporate Directors Australian Chapter, Member, Harvard Kennedy Women s Leadership Board, Chair, Creative Partnerships Australia Board Member Directors Report NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Experience: Appointed 9 June 2010 Recently retired Board member, Australia Day Council of NSW Board member, Graziers Investment Company Ltd Board member, Observant Pty Ltd Member, Responsible Business Forum, Woolworths Member, Commonwealth Environmental Water Advisory Council, Commonwealth Environmental Water Office Advisory Group member, University of Southern Queensland Dr Thinethavone (Tim) Soutphommasane Political Philosopher Institute for Democracy and Human Rights, The University of Sydney Board Member Experience: Appointed 5 May 2012 Member, Australian Multicultural Council 27

28 Directors Report NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Person Dr Bruce Walker AM Company Director and Consultant Experience: Special responsibilities: Prof Samina Yasmeen Director, Centre for Muslim States and Societies, School of Social Sciences Position Board Member until term ended 5 May 2013 Appointed 29 March 2006 Director of Desert Knowledge Australia Director of Ekistica Pty Ltd Director of Centrecorp Foundation Chair of the Northern Territory Research and Innovation Board President of NT Cricket Appointed Audit Committee Member 3 December 2009 Audit Committee Chair from 5 May 2010 Board Member Experience: Appointed 9 June 2010 Member, Australian Multicultural Council Member of the Australian Multicultural Advisory Council (AMAC) ( ) Council on Immigration Services and Status Resolution ( ) Editorial Board, Australian Journal of International Affairs National Consultative Committee of Islamic Studies Centre, Melbourne University Red Cross WA-IHL Committee Vice President of the Australian Institute for International Affairs (WA Branch) Fellow Of the Australian Institute of International Affairs, 2012 Member of the Board, Australian Strategic Policy Institute Substantive Equality Unit, Program partner, since

29 12. Meetings of Directors The Board and Audit Committee both met in person on four occasions during the year. Directors meetings Audit Committee meetings E A E A Adam Gilchrist Shelley Reys Janet Whiting Ian Frazer Jason Glanville Renée Leon Carol Schwartz Robbie Sefton Directors Report NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Tim Soutphommasane Bruce Walker Samina Yasmeen E The number of meetings held during the time the director held office and was eligible to attend during the year. A The number of meetings attended that the relevant director was eligible to attend. 29

30 Directors Report NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL 13. Indemnities and Insurance Premiums Indemnity is provided to directors of the Board under the coverage of the NADC s insurer, Comcover, which is an Australian Government self-managed fund for insurable risk. Premiums are levied as part of the overall insurance coverage and are based on the agreed insurance value and previous claims history. 14. Director s Benefits During the period ended 30 June 2013 and to the date of this report, no director has received or become entitled to receive a benefit (other than a benefit included in the aggregate amount of the emoluments received or due and receivable by directors shown in the accounts, or the fixed salary of a full-time employee of the company or of a related corporation) by reason of a contract made by the company or a related corporation with the director or with a firm of which they are a member, or with a company in which they have a substantial financial interest. 15. Auditor s Independence Declaration The auditor s independence declaration for the year ended 30 June 2013 has been received and can be found on page 31 of the financial report. Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors. Shelley Reys AO Deputy Chair Date 23 October

31 Auditor s Independence Declaration Auditor s Independence Declaration NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL 31

32 Independent Auditor s Report Independent Auditor s Report NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL 32

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34 Financial Report Financial Report NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Directors Declaration In the opinion of the directors of the National Australia Day Council Limited: a. the financial statements and notes, set out on pages 35 to 49 are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including: i. giving a true and fair view of the financial position of the Company as at 30 June 2013 and performance, as represented by the results of operations and cash flows, for the year ended on that date; and ii. complying with Australian Accounting Standards, including Australian Accounting Interpretations and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and b. there were reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable. Signed in accordance with a resolution of the directors: Shelley Reys AO Deputy Chair Date 23 October

35 Statutory Financial Statements Statement of Comprehensive Income for the year ended 30 June 2013 Revenues Note 2013 Revenue from Government Grants 4 3,394,000 3,388,000 Sponsorship revenue (cash) 4 3,089,878 3,059,822 Sponsorship revenue (in-kind) 4 527, ,593 Other revenues from ordinary activities 4 233, ,533 Total Revenues 7,245,444 7,167,948 Expenses Employee benefits expense 5 1,406,209 1,254,846 Occupancy expenses 5 134, ,175 Grants to States and Territory ADCs 5 1,357,313 1,453, Statutory Financial Statements NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Events and Awards programs 5 3,363,824 3,221,109 Depreciation and amortisation expenses 5 46,673 57,465 Other expenses from ordinary activities 5 841, ,311 Total Expenses 7,150,449 7,057,826 Profit from ordinary activities 94, ,122 Other Comprehensive income - - Total Comprehensive Income 94, ,122 The Statement of Comprehensive income should be read in conjunction with the attached notes. 35

36 Statutory Financial Statements NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2013 Note Assets Current Assets Cash 6 1,781,421 2,042,648 Inventory 7 13,149 3,964 Receivables 8 26,136 61,568 Total Current Assets 1,820,706 2,108,180 Non-Current Assets Plant & Equipment 9 84, ,417 Total Non-Current Assets 84, ,417 Total Assets 1,904,833 2,210,597 Liabilities Current Liabilities Payables , ,753 Provisions 11 66,379 78,547 Revenue Received in Advance , ,576 Total Current Liabilities 811,411 1,209,876 Non Current Liabilities Provisions 11 38,430 40,724 Revenue Received in Advance Total Non Current Liabilities 38,430 40,724 Total Liabilities 849,841 1,250,600 Net Assets 1,054, ,997 Equity Retained Earnings 3 1,054, ,997 Total Equity 1,054, ,997 The Statement of Financial Position should be read in conjunction with the attached notes. 36

37 Statement of Changes in Equity for the year ended 30 June 2013 Retained Earnings Total Equity Balance at 1 July , ,875 Comprehensive income for the year Profit 110, ,122 Total comprehensive income for the year 110, ,122 Balance at 30 June , ,997 Retained Earnings Total Equity Balance at 1 July , ,997 Comprehensive income for the year Statutory Financial Statements NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Profit 94,995 94,995 Total comprehensive income for the year 94,995 94,995 Balance at 30 June ,054,992 1,054,992 The Statement of Changes in Equity should be read in conjunction with the attached notes. 37

38 Statutory Financial Statements NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Statement of Cashflows for the year ended 30 June 2013 Note Cash Flows from Operating Activities Receipts from Government Grants 3,394,000 3,388,000 Sponsorship 2,674,118 3,444,753 Other Income 73,162 29,162 Merchandising and Licensing income 43,257 57,639 Interest Received 126, ,784 GST recovered from (paid to) ATO 26,599 (9,037) Payments to suppliers and employees (6,570,503) (6,481,556) Net Cash Flows Provided by Operating Activities 18 (232,910) 549,745 Cash Flows from Investing Activities Payment for property, plant & equipment (28,908) (7,638) Sales of property, plant & equipment ,760 Net Cash Flows (Used) by Investing Activities (28,317) 41,122 Net (Decrease) Increase in cash held (261,227) 590,867 Cash at the beginning of the Financial Year 2,042,648 1,451,781 Cash at the end of the Financial Year 6 1,781,421 2,042,648 The Statement of Cash Flows should be read in conjunction with the attached notes. 38

39 Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June Basis of Preparation a) Statement of Compliance These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Act Adoption of new Australian Accounting Standard requirements No accounting standard has been adopted earlier that the application date as stated in the standard. Of the new standards, amendments to standards and interpretations issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board that are applicable to the current period, none have been assessed as having a material financial impact on NADC. Future Australian Accounting Standard requirements Of the new standards, amendments to standards and interpretations issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board that are applicable to future periods, none have been assessed as having a material financial impact on NADC. Statutory Financial Statements NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL b) Basis of Measurement These financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis. c) Functional and Presentation Currency These financial statements are presented in Australian Dollars, which is the NADC s functional currency. d) Use of Estimates and Judgements No accounting assumptions or estimates have been identified that have a signficant risk of causing a material adjustment to carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next accounting period. 39

40 Statutory Financial Statements NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies a) Plant and Equipment Assets are brought to account at cost. Assets or groups of assets purchased costing 500 and over are capitalised. Assets purchased costing under 500 are expensed in the year of purchase. b) Depreciation Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method so as to write off the cost of each non-current asset over its expected useful life. Additions are depreciated from the date of acquisition. The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable assets are: Class of Fixed Asset Plant and equipment 10-34% c) Revenue Depreciation Rate Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to NADC and the revenue can be reliably measured. Commonwealth Department grants are recognised in the year received. Government and corporate sponsorships in cash and in-kind are recognised as revenue in the period to which they relate and are recognised at an estimated fair value on receipt. Revenue from the sales of goods is recognised when control has passed to the buyer. Interest revenue is recognised when the control of the right to receive the interest payment occurs. d) Inventory Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. e) Employee Entitlements Provision is made for the company s liability for employee entitlements arising from services rendered by employees to balance date. Salaries and wages and annual leave entitlements are expected to be settled within one year, where balances are under five weeks. Long service leave entitlements are not to be settled within one year, unless seven years service has been achieved. Contributions are made by the company to employee superannuation funds are charged as expenses when incurred. 40

41 f) Taxation Following a request to the Australian Taxation Office, the NADC is endorsed to access the following tax concessions: Income tax exemption from 1 July 2000 under Subdivision 50-B of the Income Tax Assessment Act GST concessions from 1 July 2005 under Division 176 of A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act FBT rebate from 1 July 2005 under section 123E of the Fringe Benefits Tax Assessment Act g) Cash Cash includes cash on hand and on deposit with financial institutions and are stated at their nominal value. h) Financial Instruments Loans and Receivables Trade receivables, loans and other receivables that have fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market are classified as loans and receivables. They are included in current assets, except for maturities greater than 12 months after the balance sheet date. These are classified as non-current assets. Statutory Financial Statements NATIONAL AUSTRALIA DAY COUNCIL Impairment of financial assets Financial assets are assessed for impairment at each balance date. i) Goods and Services Tax (GST) Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Tax Office. In these circumstances the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense. Receivables and payables in the statement of financial position are shown inclusive of GST. 41