Useful Links

A Federal Government business assistance site can be found at www.business.gov.au

A good website for clients seeking information on research and development tax savings is www.industry.gov.au

For the latest news and business information, Smartcompany.com.au gives upto the minute advice as well as handy resources and information sheets.

Other Useful links

SENSIS:Small Business, Big Opportunity offers you valuable advice on a variety of marketing and advertising topics Small Business, Big Opportunity guide and Research reports

AusIndustry

http://www.ausindustry.gov.au/

Australian Securities & Investment Commission

http://www.asic.gov.au/

Australian Tax Office

http://www.ato.gov.au/

ABN Lookup

http://www.abr.business.gov.au/

IP Australia - Info on Trademarks, Patents etc

http://www.ipaustralia.gov.au/

Whitepages Online

http://www.whitepages.com.au/

Yellowpages Online

http://www.yellowpages.com.au/

Franchise Council Australia

http://www.franchise.org.au/


Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI)

The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) is the peak council of Australian business associations. Its member network has over 350,000 businesses represented through Chambers of Commerce in each State and Territory.
http://www.acci.asn.au

Australian Clearinghouse for Youth Studies (ACYS)

Central point for information and resources on contemporary youth issues.
http://www.acys.utas.edu.au/

Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)

An independent national body uniquely placed to monitor emerging priorities and issues and to undertake commissioned research to inform educational policy and practice.
http://www.acer.edu.au/

Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS)

Key organisation representing the community services sector in Australia and an important noticeboard of events and publications.
http://www.acoss.org.au/

Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)

Peak body for Australia’s union movement. Provides updates on industrial disputes, legislative change, and employment issues.
http://www.actu.asn.au/

Australian Industry Group (AiG)

The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) is Australia's leading industry organisation. As a not-for-profit member association they work to represent and assist their member companies including manufacturing, construction, automotive, telecommunications, IT, transport, labour hire and other industries.
http://www.aigroup.asn.au

Australian Policy Online

News and research from Australia's leading policy centres and institutes.
http://www.apo.org.au/

Australian Youth Facts & Stats

This site provides facts and statistics about Australia's youth - how many there are, what they do and what they're like. The site is for anyone needing quick access to data about young people - an ACYS initiative.
http://www.youthfacts.com.au/

Boys Forward

Information, advice, workshops and inspiration to assist boys in their development.
http://www.boysforward.com/

Brotherhood of St Laurence

Working towards an Australia free from poverty, the Brotherhood's website has resources, papers and volunteer opportunities.
http://www.bsl.org.au/

Business Council of Australia (BCA)

The Business Council of Australia is an association of chief executives of leading Australian corporations. It provides a forum for Australian business leadership to contribute directly to public policy debates in order to build a better and more prosperous Australian society.
http://www.bca.com.au

Curriculum Corporation

Useful source of informative teaching resources covering a wide range of educational topics and issues.
http://www.curriculum.edu.au/

Economic Policy Institute

American research organisation analysing labour market and economic trends in the world’s most powerful economy.
http://epinet.org/

EdNA Online

Australia's gateway to resources and services for education and training
http://www.edna.edu.au/edna/go/pid/1/

Infoxchange

Excellent source of information for the not-for-profit sector including comprehensive education news listings. Uses IT to create positive social change and community development.
http://www.communitynews.infoxchange.net.au/

Institute of Public Policy Research (IPPR)

Influential British think tank developing new responses to unemployment and the growth of economic and social inequality.
http://www.ippr.org.uk/

Jobs for the Future [US]

Similar to DSF, this American organisation seeks to accelerate the educational and economic advancement of youth and adults through working in partnership to conduct research, on-the-ground projects and undertake advocacy and communications. Very informative website.
http://www.jff.org/

Mentoring List

An excellent list of links from the Mentoring Australia website.
http://dsf.org.au/mentor/links.htm

Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota

Great organisation and website that advocates for the expansion of mentoring and is a resource for mentors and more than 350+ mentoring programs.
http://www.mentoringworks.org/

National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER)

The principal research and evaluation organisation for the vocational education and training sector in Australia. Facilitates communication & information exchange within the community.
http://www.ncver.edu.au/

New Horizons for Learning

A U.S. education clearinghouse. Covers seven key issues: teaching and learning strategies, transforming education, lifelong learning, the neurosciences, special needs, student voices and perspectives on the future.
http://www.newhorizons.org/

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

Principal site for the latest research, evaluation and assessment on labour market, education and training issues in developed nations.
http://www.oecd.org/home/

ourcommunity.com.au

Building capacity to strengthen the Australian community. A gateway for practical resources, support and linkages between community networks, business, government and the public.
http://www.ourcommunity.com.au/

Skills One

The SkillsOne television programs and website provide informative and helpful content for career counsellors, parents and students as well as a unique opportunity for industry groups, corporations, training bodies and individuals to get involved in addressing skills shortages in their industries.
http://www.skillsone.com.au/

Social Policy Research Centre (SPRC)

A key independent centre, based at the University of New South Wales, who conduct research and foster discussion about social policy.
http://www.sprc.unsw.edu.au/

The Foundation for Young Australians

Major funder of action research for Australia’s young people.
http://www.youngaustralians.org

The Smith Family

The Smith Family works to implement practical and effective programs to help families avoid a cycle of poverty. Great website with information on how to get involved.
http://www.smithfamily.com.au

VETNETwork

VETNETwork provides a range of services to teachers and trainers working in the vocational education field.
http://www.vetnetwork.org.au/

World Chambers Network

Electronic meeting place for businesses across the planet listing 3,000 business associations and peak bodies.
http://www.worldchambers.com/

WorldSkills Australia

The Australian Worldskills Organisation. Information about national, regional and school based skill competitions.
http://www.worldskills.org.au/

WorldSkills International

International association with 37 member countries. Promotes excellence in vocational training and skill development and competency through international competitions held every 2 years.
http://www.worldskills.org/

Youth Mentoring Network

A hub for networking, support, direction and expertise in youth mentoring. Provides information about programs, practitioners, training, tools and resources for those interested in youth mentoring. DSF is an active partner with four other organisations.
http://www.youthmentoring.org.au

Youth Research Centre (YRC)

Directories of Australian and international youth research centres, youth researchers, resources, events and relevant e-groups.
http://www.edfac.unimelb.edu.au/yrc/