Events

The BCCM hosts events across the country to highlight the co-operative and mutual sector and its many benefits. We host courses, public and member-only forums and presentations, as well as our annual Taste of Australia Dinner and Summit. Browse our upcoming education and training courses or download our at a glance events and education calendar. For more information on any of our upcoming courses and events, please contact us
21 August 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Protected Habitat: Monetising the value of sustainable farming

A 6-week online course for farmers and aligned stakeholders interested in opportunities for co-operative ownership of a sustainable farming brand.

24 August 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

The Co-operatives and Mutuals Strategic Development Program (CMSDP)

Three day program designed by Winthrop Professor Tim Mazzarol, needs of co-operative and mutual organisations. Special BCCM member rates.

26 August 2020 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm

Co-operative Conversations: Episode 6

Interview with The Limestone Coast Fishermen’s Co-op and Roundtable: How small producers can gain power and position by working together.

27 August 2020 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Assessing investment options and the suitability of MCIs and CCUs

BCCM Members webinar led by Rade Musulin, Jon Tindall, Sen Nagarajan from Finity Consulting

9 September 2020 - 11 September 2020

2020 Foundations of Directorship Course for CMEs

Foundations of Directorship Course for CMEs, delivered by the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) in partnership with BCCM.

9 September 2020 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm

Co-operative Conversations Episode 7

The co-operative advantage – interview with Stephen Thandi, Oz Group Chair and Roundtable: How to leverage paddock to plate and farmer-owned.

30 September 2020 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Mutual entities and fundraising – Understanding the regulatory framework

This webinar, led by Claire LaBouchardiere and Fiona Laidlaw will describe the regulatory environment for retail share issues.

30 September 2020 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm

Co-operative Conversations Episode 8

A conversation with Emma Robinson, Beef Collaboration Project Inc and Roundtable – The people factor: How to attract, keep and engage membership in co-ops.

7 October 2020 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

The power of balance – retail vs wholesale markets

BCCM Members webinar led by Steven Wright, Executive Director, Fixed Interest and Philip Lee, Executive Director, Corporate Finance at Morgans Stockbrokers and Wealth Managers

13 October 2020 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Co-operatives and mutuals strategic development program (CMSDP) with Professor Tim Mazzarol

Recommended for: For current or aspiring; board members, CEOs and their direct reports, and senior leaders who have, or will have, a strategic role in their business.

14 October 2020 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm

Co-operative Conversations Episode 9

In conversation with Kerry Murphy – The co-operative heart of the community and Roundtable: Buying together to benefit members and communities.

21 October 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Co-operative Conversations Episode 10

Setting up, or improving the running of your co-operative, and you’ve been told that it’s harder to raise capital in a co-op or to obtain loans? This conversation is for you.