Economic modelling can come with a hefty price tag. Neil Pharaoh examines whether it's worthwhile in your government engagement activities.

If you haven’t already started planning for the next Federal Election, then now is the time. You only have until December 2023 to prepare and engage for the final “Election Budget” in May 2024.

Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers recently delivered the new Labor government's first budget. Despite a tough economic outlook, there’s a lot to like for the social purpose sector.

Federal government debt is on track to hit $1 trillion in coming years. As election sparring heats up, both major parties claim they’re best to manage it. But how does debt affect the social purpose sector?

Tuesday sees the treasurer step up to present his 2022 budget, with the Opposition presenting a budget reply later in the week. Neil Pharaoh examines the process of getting to budget night.

Neil makes the case for NFPs to call it quits with their post-budget media releases.

Aim to make your meeting with an MP or Minister a positive and memorable experience. Spend less time on lengthy documents and more time on how you will create a unique impression, writes Neil.

A government tender hits your desk, what do you do next? How do you best leverage relationships and engagements to help position for a competitive tender? Neil shares some advice.

The Age ran a story recently about Scott Morrison’s favourite charity getting $8.1 million in Federal funding. Neil dives into some key points from this article, and explains how you can secure funding in a similar way.