Resource Library & Publications Available For Sale



Resource Library

VNQ maintains a library of resources available for loan. These titles cover a range of topics specifically chosen for their relevance in the not-for-profit sector.

The list of resources currently available for loan can be found here: Library List


Publications Available for Sale

The following publications are available for purchase from Volunteering North Queensland Inc.

To order or purchase, please contact VNQ on:

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
(07) 4725 5990
(07) 4725 5996
vnq@volunteeringnthqld.org.au


National Standards for Involving Volunteers in Not-For-Profit Organisations

Volunteering Australia 2001 (68 pages)

The standards for involving volunteers in not-for-profit organisations are organised around particular principles that describe what is required for a quality volunteer-based program.

Price: $30.00 each (GST and postage included)
Also available as a set of 2 for $55.00 (GST and postage included)


National Standards Implementation Guide for Not-For-Profit Organisations Involving Volunteers

Volunteering Australia 2001 (92 pages)

This manual presents a logical and practical approach to implementing thenational standards. The manual provides a step-by-step guide and set of resources to assist in understanding and applying the standards and how to apply best practice management methodologies.

Price: $30.00 each (GST and postage included)
Also available as a set of 2 for $55.00 (GST and postage included)


National Standards - Workbook and Resources Kit

Volunteering Australia 2003 (203 pages)

A systematic and user-friendly method for implementing the national standards into your organisation. Includes a comprehensive set of instructions and resources and guides you task by task through the implementation process.

Price: $60.00 each (GST and postage included)


Australian Journal on Volunteering

Volunteering Australia

The journal is published twice a year and contains referred and non-referred articles pertaining to the needs of the volunteer community. The journal's purpose is to stimulate debate, to provide a forum for discussion, to provide relevant information and resea5rch and to promote awareness of the voluntary sector.

1 Year (2 issues) $35.00 (A$42.00 overseas)
2 Years (4 issues) $70.00 (A$84.00 overseas)
Current Issue only $17.50 (A$21.00 overseas)

Prices include GST and postage.


Just a Tick

Kate Reynolds 1999 (69 pages)

A basic guide to the best practice approaches to the structures and systems of governance and community management. In particular it focuses upon:

  • Legal structures
  • Constitutions
  • Roles & responsibilities of committees
  • Finding & keeping committee members
  • Meeting procedures
  • Dealing with conflict

Price: $11.95 (GST included, postage not included)


Volunteer Management: An Essential Guide

Joy Noble & Louise Rogers 1998 (182 pages)

An update of 'Volunteer Management: A Resource Manual'. This publication provides readers with information on the philosophy of volunteering and its wide-ranging influence and significance in service delivery, community development and advocacy.

Price: $38.50 (GST included) + $3.50 for postage and handling.


So you want Media Coverage... A simple guide on how to get it

Anthony Frangi & Mandy Fletcher 2000 (152 pages)

A guide to the various types of media coverage and how they work. Includes tips and practical guidance for interacting with the media and catching their attention

Price: $24.95 (GST included) + $3.50 for postage and handling.


A Grant Seeker's Guide

Bryan Grehan 1998 (121 pages)

Provides information and guidelines about gaining grants, and preparation/submission of grant applications, for not-for-profit organisations. 

Price: $33.00 (GST included) + $3.50 for postage and handling.


The Secretary's Handbook: For Queensland Incorporated Associations

Centre of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies 2003 (156 pages)

Provides information and practical advice for secretaries of Incorporated Associations within Queensland.

Price: $33.00 (GST included) + $3.50 for postage and handling.