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Why Regional Projects Deserve Regional Consultants
Australia is turning its gaze outward. As population pressures mount in our cities and governments pursue decentralisation, the spotlight...
Jade Malanczak
Jun 63 min read


Building Governance Confidence Across Regional WA
In our work across the state, from the South Coast to the Pilbara and beyond, one thing has become incredibly clear: regional people care...
Jade Malanczak
Apr 142 min read


Listening to the Right Voices: A Roadside Reflection
Managing Director, Claire Bateman reflects on community engagement In regional Australia, big decisions often come from the top down. But...
Claire Bateman
Feb 282 min read


Working with the Mob and Backing Aboriginal Businesses
We love working with Aboriginal organisations because the people we’ve met and worked with have been open, sharing, warm, and funny -...
Jade Malanczak
Feb 183 min read


Strategic Planning is the Key to Business Growth and Success
Let’s be real—a business without a strategic plan is like a ship without a course. You might have a vague idea of where you want to go,...
Jade Malanczak
Feb 183 min read


What is a Pragmatic Reformer?
Are you happy with the status quo? We’re not. But let’s be clear—we’re not revolutionaries, either. We’re not here to burn it all down...
Jade Malanczak
Feb 182 min read


Keeping Culture, Creating Jobs: First Nations Sandalwood Harvesting in Remote Towns
First Nations people have harvested sandalwood for generations, but employment in this industry goes beyond wages.
Jade Malanczak
Feb 43 min read


Reconciliation Action Plans: It’s Not About Who Writes the Plan, But Who Lives It.
A reflection by Jade Malanczak I want to start by acknowledging my own perspective—I’m a Wadjula* who has worked in the First Nations...
Jade Malanczak
Jan 303 min read


If I Drink Any More Tea, I’ll Turn Into a Teapot—But I Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way
A Reflection by Jade Malanczak Have you ever found yourself in a conversation that completely changed the way you see something? One of...
Jade Malanczak
Jan 303 min read


Build: A Framework for Impactful Engagement
Kambarang Yorga's Camp 2024 - Red Moort Reserve, Gnowangerup A reflection from Jade Malanczak Over the years, I’ve worked in community...
Jade Malanczak
Jan 113 min read


Why Listening is Critical
When it comes to engaging with communities and stakeholders, listening is not just a soft skill—it is the foundation of meaningful and...
Jade Malanczak
Jan 81 min read


Top 5 Ways Interim Leadership Can Support Not-for-Profits
Keep Your Mission on Track Leadership transitions can disrupt focus. Interim leaders provide stability, keeping your organisation...
Jade Malanczak
Jan 81 min read


Why Decentralisation is Regional WA’s Biggest Opportunity (And How You Can Lead the Way)
What if the future of Western Australia wasn’t anchored in Perth but in the vast, diverse regions that make up the bulk of our state?...
Jade Malanczak
Jan 24 min read


Strategic Planning for Arts & Culture
At Wander Collective, we know the arts sector isn’t just about creativity—it’s about sustainability, growth, and cultural impact. Whether...
Jade Malanczak
Dec 17, 20243 min read


Raise Money Fast with a Powerful Prospectus
When raising money for your business, organisation, or community initiative, having a well-crafted prospectus is not just a good...
Jade Malanczak
Dec 12, 20242 min read


Management Consultant vs Business Consultant
Management consultants are often called in to help organisations address complex problems, improve performance, or navigate transitions....
Jade Malanczak
Dec 12, 20242 min read


Interim Leadership Services: Expert Support for Organisational Success
In the world of organisational support and management, “interim leadership” is a term that is not always well understood. At Wander, we...
Jade Malanczak
Dec 12, 20242 min read


Branding: More Than a Logo
When you think of branding, what comes to mind? For many, it’s a sleek logo, an eye-catching font, or perhaps a clever tagline. But...
Jade Malanczak
Dec 12, 20242 min read


Why We Started Wander - to Support Rural, Regional & Remote Organisations
When we launched Wander, it was driven by frustration—a frustration that organisations and businesses in regional and remote communities...
Jade Malanczak
Dec 12, 20242 min read


What do Consultants do?
When people think of consultants, the image that often comes to mind is someone who arrives with a briefcase full of solutions, offers...
Jade Malanczak
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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