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Treasury and Finacial Report 2003

Treasures Report

by John Nelson

Accounts of SSEC - June 30 2003

The financial year 2002/2003 reported both an increase in income and associated expenditure of the Centre when compared with the previous year. The increase has been largely brought about by the increase ingrants to the Centre.

Operating Deficit

At 30 June, 2003 the accounts of the Centre showed an operating loss of $(20,401) compared to an operating surplus in the previous year of $266,151.
Income
Total Income for the year $298,402 is again up on the previous years amount of $235,431.
Items of note within Income of the Centre included:
  • An increase in grants
  • Rent received for the leasing of unit 4a to Shawby Investments
  • Again, as in past years, we continue to operate financially with the generous donations of individuals and organisations and the time devoted by a solid core of devoted volunteers.
It goes without saying that without such support the Centre could not afford to continue to operate as effectively as it does. This year we again saw substantial receipts from the Street Stalls and it should be noted that revenue earned through this and the other core fund raising activities help to keep the doors of the Centre open over the year.

Expenditure

Total Expenditure for the year of $318,803 represents an increase over the previous year of $219,280.

Major areas of variation in expenditure over last year are seen in:
  • Environmental Projects with a number of key campaigns and forums being co-ordinated by the Centre;
  • Advertising - which shows a modest increase over the previous year as a result of more activity generally within the Centre;
  • Superannuation and Wages representing the full costs of staffing the Centre (and not recovering these against projects); and
  • Accommodation Costs. With the move to the new premises the Centre now has a mortgage to service and increased auxiliary expenses associated with a larger office.

Balance Sheet

Turning to the Balance Sheet, the effect of the purchase of the new premises is reflected in both Fixed Assets (to represent the capital cost of the office) and the Loan/Mortgage (reflecting the moneys borrowed to procure the office).

Other Creditors & Accrual relates to the accrual of the outstanding Tax liability as at balance date (30 June) and Employer Superannuation contributions. Offsetting this, we have funds available in various other bank and deposit accounts as shown under Current assets. Of the amounts held in bank accounts approx. $32,000 relates to grants and is earmarked for expenditure during the next financial year.

The addition of new equipment in the Centre’s Offices is also reflected in the increases as shown under Property Plant and Equipment. These purchases were seen as necessary to provide an infrastructure under which the Centre can continue to expand.

The new premises and new equipment purchased throughout the past year are expected to yield significant benefits to the operation of the Centre. These expenditures have major impact on the Balance Sheet for the Centre and its cash flows. In the coming year, new sources of revenue will be sought to ensure the successful on-going operations of the Centre.

Special Mention

Special mention and thanks are extended to Shirley Renshall for her commitment and effort in completing and tracking financial details on a weekly basis. Also, thanks are again extended to Jim Sloan for his work in this area and to Bruce Spaul from the accounting firm of Munro Spaul for his and his staff’s time in auditing the accounts of the Centre. All play a significant part on a voluntary basis.
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Income and Expendature

2002 INCOME 2003  
6,411
Subscriptions
1,398
 
161,112
Donations
130,704
 
5,223
Sales
3,711
 
30,500
Grants
142,394
 
43
Interest Recieved
224
 
32,142
Fund Raising Events & Sundry Income
5,971
 
-
Rents Recieved
14,000
 
235,431
TOTAL INCOME
298,402

2002 EXPENSES 2003  
5,540
Advertising
6,312
 
314
Bank Charges
332
 
1,427
Computer Software and Maintenance
2,715
 
15,135
Consultants Fees
8,750
 
5,112
Depreciation
5,667
 
573
Electricity
1,162
 
8,806
Environmental Projects
26,926
 
15,152
Fund Raising Activities
4,339
 
190
General Expenses
223
 
2,824
Insurance
5,742
 
7,994
Interest
16,938
 
1,320
Leasing Equipment
1,320
 
-
Lease Preperation Costs
125
 
264
Meeting Expenses
416
 
2,025
Postage
1,564
 
4,522
Printing and Stationery
4,163
 
5,618
Rates and Strata Fees
16,005
 
2,727
Rent
-
 
1,303
Repairs and Maintenance
1,550
 
88
Staff Amenities
391
 
1,055
Staff Training
924
 
190
Subscriptions and Licences
299
 
9,746
Superannuation
15,970
 
3,081
Telephone and Internet
3,104
 
108
Travelling Expenses
336
 
124,166
Wages
193,530
 
219,128
TOTAL EXPENSES
318,803

2002 SURPLUS (DEFICIT) 2003  
235,431
TOTAL INCOME
298,402
 
219,128
TOTAL EXPENSES
318,803
 
16,151
OPERATING SURPLUS
(20,401)
 
Non Operating Income
250,000
Donation (re Property Acquisition)
-
266,151
OPERATING SURPLUS (DEFICIT) AND EXTRAORDINARY ITEMS
(20,401)
39,493
Retained Surplus (Deficit) Brought Forward
305,644
305,644
ACCUMULATED SURPLUS (DEFICIT)
285,243
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Balance Sheets

2002   2003  
SHARE CAPITAL AND RESERVES
 
305,645
Accumulated Surplus
285,244
PROPERTY PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
 
506,353
Building - at Cost
506,353
46,990
Furniture & Fittings - at Cost
38,822
18,740
Less Prov'n for Depreciation
12,791
28,250
   
26,031
534,603
TOTAL PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
532,384
       
 
CURRENT ASSETS
   
91
Cash on Hand
44
 
23,119
Cash at Bank
32,080
 
3,541
Public Gift Fund
15,054
 
830
No. 2 Account
806
 
10,002
Community Sustainability Account
58
 
4,680
Cash Management Account - EMRAA
-
 
-
Cash Management Account - PHPS
8,245
 
700
Security Deposit
700
 
-
Trade Debtors
47
 
386
Prepayments
56
 
55,534
GST on Aquisitions
1,334
 
98,883
   
58,424
633,486
TOTAL ASSETS
590,808
       
 
CURRENT LIABILITIES
   
12,882
Other Creditors & Accruals
21,818
 
-
Deposits Refundable
1,400
 
49,000
Loan Literary Productions Pty Ltd
19,000
 
6,266
GST on Supplies
3,653
 
9,694
Grants Received in Advance
9,694
 
77,842
   
55,565
       
 
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
   
250,000
Loan - Colonial First State Investments Limited  
250,000
       
305,644
NET ASSETS
285,243
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Statement of Accounting Policies

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Auditor's Report

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