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Media Releases
The BCCM works to focus media and political attention on Australia’s co-operative and mutual sector so its economic and social benefits are part of the national conversation. For more information on any of these releases or BCCM’s work, please contact media@bccm.coop
Investment paves way to a more co-operative future
“The investor response to the Australian Unity Offer has shown that there is a healthy appetite for investments that make an impact in our communities.”
Dual reports show co-operative and mutual businesses outperform ASX and key to Australia’s recovery
The Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals today released the National Mutual Economy Report, providing insight into the size of the impact that Co-operative and Mutual Enterprises (CMEs) have on the Australian economy.
Leading the resilience: Co-operatives and mutuals through COVID-19
This research provides insight into how co-operative and mutual enterprises (CMEs) in Australia have responded to the turbulence caused by COVID-19
Mutual Capital Instruments: The future of co-operatives and mutuals arrives
Australian Unity Limited announced an offer of Australian Unity Mutual Capital Instruments to raise $100 million
National Agriculture Day – celebrate the contribution co-operative farmers make to the economy
The co-operative business model has been identified as the model that farmers can use to respond to crisis
Capital raising for purpose-led growth & sustainability
The Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals today recognised the three-year anniversary of the Commonwealth Government’s announcement that they would accept all eleven recommendations of the Hammond inquiry into Reforms for Cooperatives, Mutuals and Member-owned Firms.
Co-operation is key to the revival of the great Aussie food brand
BCCM has released the Co-operative Farming: Blueprint for future proofing Aussie farmers, a clear way forward to protect and grow Australian owned food businesses.
Co-operation is key to economic recovery
“Today’s budget presents an opportunity for Australia to work together and rebuild the Australian economy.”
Business co-operation a boost for PM’s modern manufacturing strategy
The Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement of their Modern Manufacturing strategy
Recovery through Australian manufacturing
“From agriculture and manufacturing to banking and health services, the more businesses that are Australian owned with returns going into Australian’s pockets, the stronger our economy will be.”
EXPERTS: Co-operative farming model can protect Aussie agribusiness during pandemic
More farmers seek collaborative agribusiness models in order to future proof their farms
Three new online courses available for Australian farmers, fishers and foresters
The program will be facilitated by experts in the agricultural and co-operative sectors