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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
3 February 2021 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

The first issuance of MCIs with Australian Unity

Capital Partners Project Webinar: On 4 January, the first Mutual Capital Instruments (MCIs) began trading on the ASX. This marked the culmination of several years’ work by BCCM members who drove the advocacy for enabling legislation, as well as the pioneering efforts of Australian Unity to initiate this inaugural capital raise.

3 March 2021 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Towards an ASX listing: Practical issues to consider when seeking to raise capital from listing Mutual Capital Instruments

Capital Partners Project Webinar: Overview of the ASX listing requirements and what mutual organisations need to consider when seeking to list MCIs.

10 March 2021 - 12 March 2021

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.

17 March 2021 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

2021 BCCM Leaders’ Summit

The 2021 Summit’s theme is Sustainability and ESG with an exciting line-up of national and international guests.

31 March 2021 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

CoopConnect Workshops

Provide industry consultation on innovation and business market place ideas for enhanced industry collaboration and business development.

22 May 2021 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

The Big Co-op Conversation – Future Proofing Aussie Food

Join us for a live stream conversation from Primex with our host, respected local reporter, Michael Cavanagh. Watch on demand.

26 May 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Introduction to Digital Communications for Co-operatives with BCCM

This online course supports new and existing co-ops to develop and maintain their online presence.

1 June 2021 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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

Express your interest to attend the next Co-operatives and mutuals strategic development program (CMSDP) with Professor Tim Mazzarol, delivered online.

24 June 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Meet the Co-op Farmers

Meet the Co-op Farmers will address some of the biggest issues in farming and put forward solutions aimed at future-proofing Australian family farms.

16 July 2021 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

MVM Virtual Masterclass

July 2021 Mutual Value Measurement (MVM) Virtual Masterclass led by Dr Paul Thambar (Monash Business School).

29 July 2021 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

An introduction to co-operatives and mutuals

A program for employees of co-operatives and mutual businesses developed to ensure a consistent level of knowledge across the CME sector.

24 August 2021 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Co-operative Financials and Governance for Accountants and Legal Practitioners (4.5 CPD)

This three day course is designed to equip accounting and legal practitioners with the relevant knowledge to be able to advise clients on setting up and running effective co-operative businesses.