The Aurum Project Incorporated

Volunteer Powered iconThis charity relies heavily on the incredible dedication of volunteers. It means their operations are significantly powered by volunteer efforts, where the collective contribution of volunteers is either substantial compared to paid staff, or their work is entirely run by volunteers. Your time and skills could make a huge difference here!Tax Deductible iconThis charity or fund is currently recognised by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations of $2 or more made to this entity are tax-deductible for the donor. This status is typically derived from official ABR (Australian Business Register) data and signifies eligibility for DGR status.
Website:
aurumproject.org.au/
ABN:
45 162 173 707
Location:
Brookvale, NSW
Charity Size:
SmallSmall charities, those with an annual revenue of under $500,000, are often the unsung heroes, deeply rooted in local communities. Think of your local soup kitchen, the neighbourhood environmental group, or the tiny organisation providing crucial support to families in crisis. These charities punch above their weight, delivering highly personalised services and fostering strong connections.
Charity Type:
Healthcare
Registration Status:
Registeredthe charity’s registration is active
Religious Affiliation:
No Religious AffiliationThis category comprises charities that do not have any religious affiliation. They operate independently of specific religious doctrines and focus on their mission based on secular principles
DGR Status:
Tax DeductibleThis charity or fund is currently recognised by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations of $2 or more made to this entity are tax-deductible for the donor. This status is typically derived from official ABR (Australian Business Register) data and signifies eligibility for DGR status.
The Aurum Project’s mission is to advance the understanding and practice of homeopathy in Australia. We did this by: Prolific and expansive activity continues within The Aurum Project, (AP) now in its 19th year as Australia s only homeopathic research organisation, with ACNC DGR status. The AP remains the Peak Body for homeopathic research in Australia. Research outcomes 2023/24 By Dr Celeste Salter, Research Coordinator for The Aurum Project The Research Priorities Working Group (RPWG) continued to track research activity on the building blocks defined in 2018. In 2024 the review process began with the setting of new and amended priorities. Stakeholders in homeopathy education, research and pharmacy were invited to the working group, including IACH representatives. Research Pod Activity Throughout the year research activity continued in these Pods: UTI Research Pod A poster was presented at the Australian Homoeopathic Medicine Conference (AHMC) in Brisbane November 2023 Molluscum Contagiosum Pod Research proposal for the molluscum Pod was initiated. A poster was presented to the AHMC Conference in November 2023 in Brisbane. Systematic Review The Pod continued rating the papers for the review. A poster on the project was presented at the AHMC Conference in November 2023 in Brisbane. Teal Vision Pod A presentation was made at Transformations Conference 2023 in Sydney for July 2023. A poster was presented for the AHMC Conference in November 2023 in Brisbane. A paper was published in Social Innovation Journal in December 2023 Respiratory Pod discussion continues as the Respiratory Pod forms Workforce Survey A poster was presented to the AHMC Conference in November 2023 in Brisbane. The research proposal was published in Similia: The Australian Homeopathic Medicine Journal in December 2023. Ethics for the project was given in January 2024 from NIIM Ethics Committee. The AHA awarded a research grant of $500 to the project, through Sandra Venables, The Chief Investigator. Emergent pod : Homeopaths and Communication Pod, discussions continued throughout the year. Auspiced Activity: The Solomon Island (SI) Water Project Crystal Medicine Project, with Peter Tuminello Cluster Sessions In 2023 2024, sessions where Pod members shared their latest research activity with each other and other members of The Aurum Project continued. All members are invited to join in these sessions for free and be part of the discussions after the initial updates. Non members are also invited to attend for a small fee. To Summarise This financial year Pods research has continued to mature. Five posters were presented at the Australian Homoeopathic Medicine Conference in Brisbane on 4th and 5th November 2023. Linlee Jordan and Celeste Salter presented a paper on The Aurum Project and Teal at the 5th International Transformations Conference 2023 in Sydney, and a conference paper from that presentation was published in the Social Innovations Journal.

Only Active in Australia

Staffing DetailsCharities report the number of full-time, part-time, and casual employees, as well as volunteers, for the last pay period of their reporting year.

MetricCharity ValueThis charity's own reported figure, taken from its most recently lodged Annual Information Statement (AIS) with the ACNC.Average (Small)The average figure across all Australian charities of the same size category (Small, Medium, or Large), based on their most recently lodged Annual Information Statements.
Full Time029
Part Time10
Casual20
Volunteers1628
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) is a calculation that represents the number of full-time employees a charity would have if you combined the hours of all its part-time and casual staff.0.632.51
FTE to Volunteer RatioThis ratio compares the number of volunteers to the number of paid full-time equivalent staff. A higher percentage indicates a greater reliance on volunteers.2540%5043%
Avg Employee Expenses per FTEThis is the average amount of employee-related expenses (like salary and benefits) spent per full-time equivalent staff member.$64,219$91,589

Related Party TransactionsA transaction between the charity and a person or entity closely connected to the charity, such as a board member, a major donor, or their family members. These must be disclosed to ensure transparency.

Reporting on related party transactions is not required for small charities.

Key Management Personnel (KMP)Key Management Personnel (KMP) are the people who have the authority and responsibility for planning, directing, and controlling the charity's activities. This typically includes board members and senior executives.

Reporting on Key Management Personnel remuneration is only required for large charities.

Most Recent Annual Information Submitted 2024

Lodgement was submitted on time.

Reporting Requirements for a Small Charity (Annual revenue under $500,000)

Small charities must submit an Annual Information Statement (AIS) but are not required to submit a full financial report. This means they do not have to provide a detailed breakdown of assets and liabilities or submit audited financial statements, though they must keep financial records.

CategoryCharity ValueThis charity's own reported figure, taken from its most recently lodged Annual Information Statement (AIS) with the ACNC.Australian Average (Small)The average figure across all Australian charities of the same size category (Small, Medium, or Large), based on their most recently lodged Annual Information Statements.
Net Surplus/DeficitThe difference between a charity's total income and its total expenses for the reporting period. A surplus means income was greater than expenses, while a deficit means expenses were greater than income.$-1,554$1,817
Net Assets/LiabilitiesThe value of what a charity owns (assets) minus what it owes (liabilities). This is also known as total equity or net worth, representing the overall financial position.$21,056$0
Total RevenueTotal Revenue plus Other Income. It represents the total income before any expenses are deducted.$61,017$79,127
Revenue from GovernmentFunding received from local, state, or federal government bodies, including grants and contracts for services. $0 $12,204
Donations and BequestsIncome received from individuals, foundations, or corporations in the form of gifts, donations, and bequests (gifts left in a will). $11,670 $28,744
Revenue from Goods and ServicesIncome generated from selling goods or providing services that are part of the charity's mission or fundraising activities. $46,051 $17,922
Revenue from InvestmentsIncome earned from the charity's investments, such as interest from bank accounts, dividends from shares, and rent from property. $0 $7,090
Other RevenueIncome from any other sources that don't fit into the main categories. $3,296 $7,559
Other IncomeOther non-operating income, such as one-off gains from the sale of assets. $0 $5,607
Total Gross IncomeTotal Revenue plus Other Income. It represents the total income before any expenses are deducted. $61,017 $79,127
Total ExpensesThe total cost incurred by the charity in carrying out its activities, including program, administrative, and fundraising costs.$62,571$77,310
Employee ExpensesAll costs related to paying staff, including salaries and wages, superannuation, and other employee benefits. $40,458 $19,898
Grants and Donations (Australia)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals within Australia to support their work. $0 $14,184
Grants and Donations (Overseas)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals outside of Australia for international aid and development. $0 $3,352
Other ExpensesAll other operational expenses not classified elsewhere, such as administration, fundraising, and program-specific costs. $22,113 $39,876
Total AssetsThe total value of everything the charity owns that has monetary value, including cash, investments, buildings, and equipment.$21,056$635,767
Total LiabilitiesThe total amount of money and obligations the charity owes to others.$0$69,335

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