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The BCCM has successfully focussed Australian media on the economic and social benefits of the co-operative and mutual sector so our member stories are now part of the national conversation. BCCM CEO Melina Morrison is regularly interviewed by major Australian newspapers and radio about policy and current events relating to co-operatives and mutuals.
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BCCM News, Media Releases and Media Mentions
Australia’s secret to success worth billions
A new report is shining a much-needed spotlight on a critical part of the nation’s economy worth billions to Australians – that also gives them a fairer share of the pie.
North east fightback farmers build dairy co-op for next generation
About five years ago, dairy farmers Stuart Crosthwaite and Teresa Hicks were stressed as the disintegration of Murray Goulburn Milk threatened their livelihood.
Airdate: Fightback Farmers: Feeding Australia Together
A documentary special showcasing Australian co-operative farmers and fishers screens next week on ABC.
Limestone Coast Lobster fisherman Craig Reilly in new doco
Limestone Coast lobster fisherman, Craig ‘Slim’ Reilly, will feature in a new documentary on ABC, hitting Australia’s screens on June 15.
ABC documentary celebrates Australia’s co-op farmers
An innovative new documentary celebrating and showcasing Australian co-operative farmers and fishers is set to hit TV screens soon.
Education about co-operative structures will help farmers reduce risk: Report
A new study has recommended increased education in the agricultural sector about the use of CMEs (co-operative and mutual enterprises) and ICMEs (insurance providing co-operative and mutual enterprises).
Co-operation key to small business success
The Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM) welcomed the announcement of changes to the Franchising Code this week responding to its call to clarify the difference between a co-operative buying and marketing group and a traditional franchise.
Moving Co-operatives and Mutuals into the mainstream is a step towards a level playing field
The Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM) was pleased to see the expansion of Government-recognised business structures to include Co-operatives listed alongside other business structures on the Commonwealth’s business information website www.business.gov.au.
Melina Morrison on ABC’s NSW Country Hour
BCCM CEO, Melina Morrison was interviewed by Michael Condon today on ABC’s NSW Country Hour, where we talked about why the co-op model is a great model for farmers doing business.
Meet the Co-op Farmers is the new podcast series telling the real stories from the farming frontline
A candid new podcast series is telling the candid stories and adventures of Australian farmers transforming their businesses by working together.
Release the regulatory handbrake on co-operatives and mutuals to realise the true value of employee ownership
The Business Council of Cooperatives and Mutuals today welcomed the Federal Government’s budget and its commitment to Australia’s economic recovery.
The key to aged care transformation is consumer choice
The Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM) welcomes the Government’s recognition of the aged care sector in this evening’s budget announcement.