RO pod: Talking about governance of registered organisations

About RO pod: Talking about governance of registered organisations

Welcome to RO pod: Talking about governance of registered organisations with the Registered Organisations Governance & Advice Branch at the Fair Work Commission. The official podcast about the regulation of unions and employer associations. In this monthly podcast we'll share essential information, uncover handy hints and tips and reveal our best tools for proactive compliance with the complex legislative requirements. Don't forget to subscribe and see how RO pod can help you and your organisation.

Publisher

Fair Work Commission

Category

education · government

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Aug 2019

Latest episode

19 Dec 2025

Latest episodes

9 of 59 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   19 Dec 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Episode 59: How to use the Model Rules

   The Model Rules are designed to make drafting rules easier for registered organisations. They include plain-language guidance, annotations, and practical examples to help organisations modernise their rule books and strengthen governance.

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   11 Jun 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Episode 58: Good governance in practice – from an organisation’s perspective

   Tom Lynch, Federal President of the CPSU, shares his perspective on good governance practices within his organization in an interview, offering insights into effective leadership.

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   20 Mar 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Episode 57: Developing an internal whistleblower policy

   Host discusses the importance of registered organisations developing internal whistleblower policies to address concerns directly.

Inside a recent episode

Episode 59: How to use the Model Rules

Published 19 Dec 2025 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Now, Eva, I understand that there are two versions of the model rules. Can you walk us through what they are and how our listeners can know which ones to use? Sure, there's one for organisations with branches, which is called the federated version. And there's one for organisations without branches, called the unitary version. […]

Podcast Authority Score: 40 / 100

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Engagement

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