Resources

Practical guides for club treasurers & committees

No jargon, no fluff — just straightforward advice for running an Australian community club, sporting association or not-for-profit.

How to set up a chart of accounts for your sports club

A chart of accounts sounds intimidating but it's really just a list of categories for your money. Here's exactly how to set one up, with a template you can copy.

The 5 biggest mistakes club treasurers make with Excel

Excel feels free, but the hidden costs add up fast. Here are the five mistakes that catch out almost every volunteer treasurer eventually — and how to avoid them.

How to run an AGM — a step by step guide for community clubs

From notice periods to quorum rules to what actually needs to be in the minutes — a practical walkthrough for running a compliant, smooth AGM.

What is a financial year and when does it start for Australian clubs?

If you've just taken over as treasurer, here's a plain English explanation of what a financial year is, when it starts, and what it means for your reporting.

How to track club equipment and stop losing gear

Every club loses equipment. Here's a practical system for tracking uniforms, instruments and gear — so you always know what you own and who has it.

Dance school term fees — how to manage them without a spreadsheet

Multiple classes, different fees per student, chasing parents for payment every term. Here's a better way to handle dance school term fee admin.

How to plan a community club event without losing your mind (or the paperwork)

Every club event starts with a volunteer and a folder. By next year the folder is gone. Here's how to document your events so next year's organiser starts with a full playbook.

How to request supplier quotes for club equipment — without the back-and-forth emails

Getting quotes from suppliers is a necessary but tedious job for most equipment officers. Here's how to make it a two-minute task instead of a twenty-minute one.