Lessons from France: What my recent séjour taught me about scaling jobs-focused social enterprise
White Box Enterprises CEO Luke Terry shares his recent experience of meeting with social enterprises in France ahead of the upcoming Social Enterprise Jobs Summit in Melbourne.
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Impact investing drives strong financial returns, finds new research
A new study challenges the common assumption that generating meaningful social or environmental impact requires financial trade-offs.
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Government relations during an election campaign?
In these final weeks of the election campaign, Sabina Curatolo outlines key principles and practical steps for those seeking to influence government policy and bring about long-lasting change.
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ASIC releases regulatory guidance on sustainability reporting
ASIC has finalised RG 280, further clarifying sustainability reporting requirements and to assist in navigating an increasingly regulated environment.
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Positive Ageing Summit 2025
The inaugural Positive Ageing Summit 2025 — Australia’s premier event dedicated to advancing excellence in aged care will take place on May 28-29, 2025 at the Hilton Adelaide.
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Social enterprise loan fund secures major institutional and government backing to expand job opportunities
White Box Enterprises has officially launched the Social Enterprise Loan Fund (SELF) — marking a major breakthrough in finance for social enterprises that could unlock hundreds of jobs for people facing barriers to employment.
MAD Ventures redefining venture investing to tackle the world’s most urgent challenges
On a mission to back high-growth businesses making a difference, MAD Ventures is redefining venture investing — aligning founder success with investor liquidity, strong returns, and real-world impact.
Impact Investing
A Decade of Impact: Australian Impact Investments wins Impact Market Builder of the Year
Australian Impact Investments awarded Impact Market Builder of the Year, recognising its pioneering work and contribution to the sector.
Impact Unplugged: Why We’re Stuck
Despite a decade of effort, Australia’s impact investing market has not yet hit its stride. Impact Investing Australia considers where have we got stuck?
Impact Investing in Australia: Five Key Actors to Watch
Tideline’s Ben Thornley says the tide is turning for impact investing in Australia with the very real prospect of rapid growth in coming years.
Climate & Environment
Climate Tech Partners Fund I: unlocking value for startups, corporates, investors & the climate
Climate Tech Partners’ debut fund secures cornerstone investment from BESEN & is on track to hit a $45m+ first close at the month’s end.
Oceans at breaking point: Seaspiracy’s Ali Tabrizi bringing urgent warning to Impact Investment Summit
Netflix’s Seaspiracy opened a window into the devastation and plunder of the world’s oceans by commercial fishing. Now, four years after the film’s release, our oceans are just as bad as they’ve ever been.
Leveraging Australia’s advantages for climate investing, at Impact Investment Summit
Secure your place among leaders working towards a sustainable future at the Impact Investment Summit Asia Pacific.
