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Giving in WA: New report reveals a strong and growing culture of generosity 

Thu, 2 Apr 2026

Philanthropy Australia, in conjunction with the Centre for Social Impact at The University of Western Australia, has launched the first Western Australia Snapshot of Giving Study, revealing a strong culture of generosity across the state and highlighting clear opportunities to strengthen awareness of structured giving and support long term community impact.

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NEXUS unveils Impact Society; deepens partnership with Philanthropy Australia

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

A new trust-based collective for emerging philanthropists and wealth inheritors in Australia will soon be launched by NEXUS as part of a deeper collaboration with host partner Philanthropy Australia.

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Rockefeller’s Heather Grady to share global insights at new PA State of Philanthropy Insight Series 

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

Philanthropy Australia’s new State of Philanthropy Insight Series is bringing people and ideas together to elevate dialogue about local giving in the global context. Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors’ Heather Grady will join PA Chair Darrell Wade and CEO Maree Sidey at public forums and member workshops in every state.

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Reflections from across the Tasman: Philanthropy New Zealand Conference 2026 

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

Systems change, Te Ao Māori approaches and the future of giving were key topics at the Philanthropy New Zealand conference earlier this month. Philanthropy Australia’s Krystian Seibert, Sarah Hardy and Bella Conynham share their reflections from the gathering.

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The great wealth transfer is a chance for women to fund justice, not charity

By Brenda Gaddi and Cat Fay Thu, 19 Mar 2026

In the first of a Giving News series on gender, generation and wealth, guest contributors Brenda Gaddi (Women of Colour Australia) and Cat Fay (Perpetual Wealth) say women inheriting the majority of wealth in Australia face a choice: to replicate philanthropy’s old patterns, or embrace giving that funds equity and systemic change.

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What is the philanthropy ecosystem asking of us?

By Jo Taylor Thu, 19 Mar 2026

Following the release of Philanthropy Australia Strategy 2033, long-time member and CEO of the Siddle Family Foundation Jo Taylor shares her reflections on the Strategy 2033, collective leadership and the mindset shift philanthropy needs.

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New speakers announced for Conference 2026   

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

The Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026 is taking shape, with a growing group of global and local voices helping bring this year’s themes to life. Read about our newest additions to the program.

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