Understanding what burglars target can significantly enhance your ability to protect what matters most. This article explores common theft targets and provides practical strategies for securing your property, specifically for
Top 10 Things You Need to Know Before Starting a Church Café in AustraliaÂ
Considering starting a church cafe? As a church leader, you’re always looking for innovative ways to extend your ministry and engage your community. A church cafe could be the perfect
People First: Balancing Mission Objectives with Team Well-beingÂ
At ACS Financial, we understand that organising a mission trip involves meticulous planning and a robust understanding of potential risks. Ensuring the safety and success of your team comes down
Why Travel Insurance is a Must for Your Next Adventure Â
Months of planning, countless hours researching destinations, and a sizable investment – there is no denying the effort that goes into organising the perfect holiday. From medical emergencies to flight
What Kind of Insurance Does My Church or Charity Need?
As a leading provider of financial services for churches, Christian schools, ministries, and non-profit organisations in Australia, ACS Financial understands the unique challenges and risks these organisations face. Ensuring your
Batten Down The Hatches: Your guide to preparing, responding and recovery
The Australian climate is often one of extremes. Dorothea Mackellar sums it up perfectly in her poem My Country, a sunburnt country…of droughts and flooding rains. Recent years have certainly
Protecting Your Ministry: Why Corporate Travel Cover is EssentialÂ
As a ministry based in Australia, travel may be a key part of fulfilling the mission and vision of your organisation. Common scenarios include: Flying interstate for a conference Overseas
Why you Need for Travel Insurance for your Mission Trip
If your church or ministry plans a mission trip, you will realise that the costs of flights, accommodation, food and activities can quickly add up. At this stage, it can
Financial Freedom for Your Church: Expert Refinancing Tips for Church LeadersÂ
Refinancing can offer numerous benefits to a church, from reducing monthly repayments to freeing up cash for important ministry initiatives. However, the process involves considerable effort and an understanding of
Running a Safe Church Op-shop
Op-shops have certainly re-emerged as an all-round experience for all ages! People enjoy finding bargains, scoring one-of-a-kind pieces or feel good when they can pay it forward by donating goods.
Comprehensive Guide to Camp Safety and Risk Management
Some of the best memories, friendships and moments with God happen during church camps. And to those organising the camp, there is a responsibility to plan an enriching event and
Management Liability Insurance for Churches
Safeguard Your Ministry: Demystifying Management Liability for Churches At the heart of every community, our churches and ministries stand as beacons of support, compassion and guidance. Our churches are essential
Safeguarding Your Business: A Comprehensive Guide to Commercial Property Insurance Â
When protecting your commercial property in Australia, unforeseen events like accidents, natural disasters, and theft can pose significant threats to your assets. In this guide, we’ll explore these aspects of
Understanding Business Interruption Insurance in the Australian Commercial Property Landscape  Â
We are all aware that life can interrupt even the best-laid plans. While many companies ensure their buildings and contents are covered for fire and accidental damage, physical property loss
Avoid Undervaluing Your Assets
“Undervaluing your assets could significantly impact your ministry” Statistics gathered from our 2020-2021 Church Property portfolio found that over 80% of properties protected had not had their values amended by
A Comprehensive Guide to Commercial Property Insurance in Australia
IntroductionIn the dynamic world of business, Commercial Property Insurance plays a vital role to offset the risks of uncertainty. From unforeseen natural disasters to unexpected accidents, the commercial landscape can
Professional Indemnity Insurance: A Guide For Pastors
In today’s social and politically correct climate, the unchanging word of God can be confronting and unsettling for many people. Have you ever found yourself worried about what you say,
Workers Compensation Insurance
Workers Compensation InsuranceAn essential aspect of employee protection in any workplaceWorkers Compensation Insurance is an essential aspect of employee protection in any workplace. It provides coverage to employees who may
Valuing and Protecting Our Volunteers
Valuing and Protecting Our VolunteersStrategies to protect your Church and your PeopleOur volunteers are precious. Week in, and week out, dedicated individuals seek to serve our churches in a myriad
Church Public Liability – Hall Hire
Church Public Liability - Hall HireWhat your faith-based organisation needs to know...Churches often choose to make their facilities available for hire for a wide range of activities and functions. Community organisations
Privacy Breaches and Cyber Liability
Privacy Breaches and Cyber Liability ProtectionWhat your faith-based organisation needs to know...Millions of Australians have recently been impacted by the significant cyber-attacks carried out against Optus, Woolworths, and Medibank. These
Risk Management Bunnings Sausage Sizzle
Key Steps to a Successful Bunnings Sausage Sizzle"Everything you need to know to get the most out of your Bunnings Sausage Sizzle fundraiser"What you need to know: risks, costs & planning
What Insurance Do I Need for an Airbnb?
What Insurance Do I Need for a Short-Term Holiday rental?Choosing to become a short-term holiday host using Airbnb or another similar platform presents a wonderful opportunity for many. If you’ve
Does Landlord Insurance Cover Airbnb?
Does Landlord Insurance Cover Self Managed Holiday Rentals like Airbnb?When choosing to become a holiday rental host on platforms like Airbnb and Stayz or similar, there’s often an element of
Church Risk Management
Church Risk ManagementWhat is a Risk Assessment, and how do you prepare one? Here's a step by step guide...Risk management and risk assessments – these are terms which are frequently
Boards and Their Responsibilities
Boards and Their Responsibilities"The role of a board member carries great responsibility, and with responsibility comes risk"Being asked to become a board member for your church or a Not-For-Profit organisation
COVIDSafe Church Plan
COVIDSafe Church PlanReturning back to ChurchThroughout the current pandemic, we have seen some wonderful examples of how God’s church has continued to minister in communities under difficult circumstances. As restrictions at
Church Online – Staying Safe Online
CHURCH ONLINE - STAYING SAFE ONLINEStrategies to protect your Church and your PeopleThe COVID-19 pandemic has forced churches, ministries and businesses worldwide to adapt very quickly and develop new and
Cyber Security For Churches
CYBER SECURITY FOR CHURCHESThe growth in cyber based crime is increasing, and is fast becoming a key risk for churches, charities and Not-For-Profits to be aware of. Your organisation no
9 Steps To Successful Event Management For Churches
9 Steps To Successful Church Event ManagementChurch run events, family fun days and community outreach programs are a vital part of extending our reach into our communities and expanding the
Online Risk Management For Church
The Ultimate Risk Management Portal For Australian Churches and MinistriesFor many years ACS Insurance Services have led the way in risk management resources for Australian Churches and Ministries.This began with
Jumping Castles and other inflatable amusements for Church
Purchasing Or Hiring A Jumping Castle For Your Church, Ministry Or School?In recent times the popularity of jumping castles and other such inflatable equipment for use at a wide range