Establishing the CRC

Once you are notified you have been awarded the grant from the CRC Program you can commence establishing the CRC Entity and organisation.

It is important that you read the Grant Opportunity Guidelines, and any other information provided by the CRC Program Team, as these documents will outline the obligations that must be followed when you establish and run the CRC.

The key legals steps in establishing a CRC include the formation of the CRC Entity and entering into the requisite legal agreements, namely the Commonwealth Grant Agreement and Partner Agreement(s).

There are two phases to the establishment of the CRC; the ‘interim’ phase of the organisation - whilst the CRC is being set-up - followed by the formal establishment and full operation of the CRC – commencing once the inaugural AGM has been held and the CRC Board has been appointed by resolution of the CRC members.

An establishment plan template and establishment task list have been provided for your use.

Contact the Co-operative Research Australia (CRA)

Contact CRA and notify them that you have been awarded the CRC grant. You can commence membership application to join CRA which will give you access to resources and information that can assist you in the establishment phase.