The Tanck Blog

Politics, policy, campaigns and advocacy.

We give you our latest insights on political trends, elections, lobbying and advocacy news, as well as tips and ideas for better government engagement and government relations.

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Advocacy and Campaigning, Communications and Media, Elections, Federal Government, Legislation and Policy, Political Parties, Social Justice Tanck 21/10/2026 Advocacy and Campaigning, Communications and Media, Elections, Federal Government, Legislation and Policy, Political Parties, Social Justice Tanck 21/10/2026

Political Violence and the Cost of Losing Trust

Political violence is a warning sign of eroding trust in democracy. Discover why rebuilding political relationships, addressing public frustration and fostering constructive engagement are essential to protecting Australia’s democratic future.

Advocacy and Campaigning, Board and Management, Budgets and Funding, Legislation and Policy, Social Justice, Strategy and Planning, Whitepaper Tanck 19/06/2026 Advocacy and Campaigning, Board and Management, Budgets and Funding, Legislation and Policy, Social Justice, Strategy and Planning, Whitepaper Tanck 19/06/2026

With a tight Federal budget, philanthropic investment must work harder

As governments tighten spending and public debt remains high, philanthropy has an increasingly important role to play. New research from Tanck and Perpetual highlights the need for longer-term, strategically designed philanthropic investment that strengthens capability, advocacy and systems change.

Advocacy and Campaigning, Communications and Media, Consulting, Federal Government, Legislation and Policy, Purpose and Values, Social Justice, Strategy and Planning, Whitepaper Tanck 07/06/2026 Advocacy and Campaigning, Communications and Media, Consulting, Federal Government, Legislation and Policy, Purpose and Values, Social Justice, Strategy and Planning, Whitepaper Tanck 07/06/2026

The role of civil society in communities is not just valuable, it is essential

As trust declines and public debate fragments, civil society organisations play a critical role in connecting communities with decision-makers and strengthening democratic participation.

Advocacy and Campaigning, B Corp, Purpose and Values, Social Justice Tanck 20/06/2025 Advocacy and Campaigning, B Corp, Purpose and Values, Social Justice Tanck 20/06/2025

Happy Pride Month from Tanck!

At Tanck, we’re proud to celebrate this important time of year alongside our staff, clients, and community. Pride Month is not just a celebration; it is a reminder of the progress made and the work still ahead to achieve true equality and inclusion.

Advocacy and Campaigning, Communications and Media, Federal Government, Social Justice Tanck 12/10/2023 Advocacy and Campaigning, Communications and Media, Federal Government, Social Justice Tanck 12/10/2023

Campaigns, Politics and the Voice

As we head toward the Voice referendum on October 14, join us in analysing the political campaigns from a strategic perspective. Who will emerge victorious? The answer awaits, and the lessons drawn here can extend beyond this specific context.

Budgets and Funding, Elections, Federal Government, Social Justice, Strategy and Planning Tanck 05/10/2023 Budgets and Funding, Elections, Federal Government, Social Justice, Strategy and Planning Tanck 05/10/2023

Will you be able to benefit from the post-Voice “vote reset”?

Win or lose, the Federal Government will want to reset the conversation very quickly after 14 October, as we pass the midpoint of this term of government.

Advocacy and Campaigning, Charities and Not-For-Profit, Social Justice Tanck 19/07/2023 Advocacy and Campaigning, Charities and Not-For-Profit, Social Justice Tanck 19/07/2023

How can I change people’s minds on an issue?

With The Voice front and centre in the philanthropic and community foundations space, we need to consider how we work with people to change their minds on this issue or any other.

Advocacy and Campaigning, Social Justice Tanck 28/02/2023 Advocacy and Campaigning, Social Justice Tanck 28/02/2023

Where to for civil society in the next five years?

Neil Pharaoh recently did a radio interview on civil society, and it got him thinking: What will be the future of civil society on its current trajectory?

Advocacy and Campaigning, Social Justice Tanck 15/02/2023 Advocacy and Campaigning, Social Justice Tanck 15/02/2023

Silencing somebody won’t change their view

When you want to win hearts and minds on the road to change, sometimes you can gain the most ground by engaging with the people who support you the least.

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