The voice of Australian Cooperatives & Mutuals
COVID-19
We’re taking action on COVID-19 (Coronavirus), making sure that the interests of co-operatives and mutuals continue to be represented in a challenging business landscape.
Co-operative Farming
BCCM, with support from the Australian Government, has launched the Co-operative Farming Program to future proof Aussie farmers, fishers and foresters. Livestreaming events start June 17.
Co-operative Conversations
How did some Australian farmers, growers and producers transform their businesses and communities out of crisis by working together? Join us for a brand new livestream series.
The Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM) is Australia’s only peak body for co-operatives and mutuals across all industries. BCCM works to increase awareness of these businesses and their important contribution to the national economy and community development of Australia.
BCCM News & Media
COVID crisis forces closure of charity co-op medical clinic
Charities say they are struggling with the uncertainty around the future of government support payments
How the world marked the International Day of Co-operatives
This year the movement focuses on its role in tackling the climate emergency
Co-ops and mutuals leading the way on sustainability best practice
The BCCM represents a number of at-risk communities, including farmers and agricultural industries
Resource Work Cooperative: Waste reduction in action
“Being part of a cooperative means mission is more important than profit and we can prioritise our mission, to provide local paid employment and reduce waste, by pre-processing ewaste at our co-operative.”
International Day of Co-operatives 2020: Celebrating what makes co-ops great
BCCM will use the day to highlight the positive actions that Australian co-operative are taking to address environmental issues, from bushfire response to ethical investment
Towards a Co-operative State: Dr Guy Turnbull
Towards a Co-operative State: Securing the Social and Economic Prosperity of South Australia through corporate diversity
Latest Resources and Research
MVM
Mutual Value Measurement (MVM) is a framework for measuring the value we create, that aligns with our values, developed by the BCCM, researchers at Monash University, our members and the CME sector.
NME Report
Produced annually in conjunction with the University of Western Australia, the National Mutual Economy Report maps the size, reach and contribution of the co-operative and mutual sector.