About Us
The Australia Day Council of South Australia (ADCSA) is an independent, non-profit, membership-based association.
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The Australia Day Council of South Australia was established by the South Australian Government in 1981 following the formation of the National Australia Day Council in 1979.
With the approach of the Australian Bicentenary in 1988, the Australia Day Council of SA was tasked with delivering quality, creative, innovative and diverse community events and being the custodian of sharing and enhancing Australian identity and culture.
Award Programs
We recognise inspiring people and communities through the:
- Australian of the Year Awards
- Citizen of the Year Awards
- Inspiring South Australian Women's Award
- Leadership in Languages and Cultures Award
- Public Service Medal.
Events
We host a range of events across the calendar year for the South Australian community and beyond.
- Australian of the Year Awards Presentation Evening for South Australia
- Australian of the Year Luncheon
- Inspiring Community Leaders Award Ceremony at Government House
- Australia Day Program
Funding and support comes from the Australian Government (via the National Australia Day Council), the Government of South Australia, the City of Adelaide, our membership base (including all SA Councils and corporate club), sponsorships, grants, merchandise sales and partnerships.
Australia Day Council of South Australia Corporate Documents
Constitution
You can download and read the Australia Day Council of South Australia Constitution
Strategic Plan
Our Objectives
Recognise inspiring people and communities
Place reconciliation at the centre
Celebrate diversity and unity
Stakeholders
Good governance and financial sustainability
You can download and read the Australia Day Council of South Australia Strategic Plan 2021 - 2024
Annual Review
The Australia Day Council of South Australia's Annual Review provides information about our achievements and impact and how we worked towards our vision in the 2021/2022 financial year.
You can download and read the Australia Day Council of South Australia Annual Review 2021 - 2022
Current Financial Report
You download and read the Australia Day Council of South Australia Financial Report for the year ending 30 June 2022
Past Annual Reviews
Annual Review 2020-2021
Annual Review 2019-2020
Annual Review 2017-2018
Annual Review 2016-2017
Annual Review 2015-2016
Annual Review 2014-2015
Annual Review 2013-2014
Annual Review 2012-2013
Annual Review 2011-2012
Annual Review 2010-2011
Annual Review 2009-2010
Annual Review 2008-2009
Annual Review 2007-2008
Australia Day Council of South Australia Policies
| Policy Number | Title of Policy |
| 1 | Work Health and Safety |
| 2 | Incident Report and Investigation |
| 3 | Risk Management |
| 4 | Feedback and Complaints |
| 5 | Personal Grievance |
| 6 | Workplace Bullying |
| 7 | Code of Conduct |
| 8 | Acceptance of Gifts and Benefits |
| 9 | Sponsorship and Donations |
| 10 | Volunteer Policy |
| 11 | Finance Policy |
| 12 | Delegation of Authority – Board |
| 13 | Information Technology |
| 14 | Privacy and Confidentiality Policy and Form |
| 15 | Anti Discrimination and EEO |
| 16 | Social Media |
| 17 | Evaluation and Continuous Improvement |
| 18 | Staff Training and Development |
| 19 | Parental Leave |
| 20 | Delegation of Authority – Chief Executive Officer |
| 21 | Environmental Sustainability |
| 22 | Procurement Policy |
| 23 | Conflict of Interest |
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Honorary Life Membership and Certificate of Appreciation |
If you have any questions regarding the policies and procedures of the Australia Day Council of South Australia, please contact us at adcsa@adcsa.com.au.