Today, the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM) is proud to launch Get Mutual, a new online resource on setting up and running co-operatives. “At last, groups and individuals have a one-stop shop for free information on forming a co-operative,” said Melina Morrison, CEO of the BCCM. “Demonstrating co-operation amongst co-operatives, this resource has been made possible with the support of BCCM members NRMA, HCF and Australian Unity.”

Get Mutual provides toolkits, links to reports and helpful organisations as well as a service to connect groups with advisors and experienced professionals to help commmunities with their
co-operative developments.

The website also hosts the Pathfinder Public Service Mutuals case studies, developed with funding from the Department of Social Services. The case studies provide information about successful Australian co-operatives that deliver services in the areas of housing, disability employment, GP clinics and aged care.

Visit the Get Mutual website (www.getmutual.coop).