2024: A year of change and positive impact
Reflecting on a transformative year, marked by significant changes and milestones, we’re excited to share some of the key highlights that defined 2024 at Alberts
Oceans of opportunity for plastic replacement
Dismayed by the ever-expanding plastic pollution clogging up our oceans and killing our sea life, oceanographer and Uluu co-founder Julie Reisser has formulated a climate-positive way to replace plastic altogether (and it shares some similarities with beer)
NAIDOC week is here: blak, loud and proud
This year’s NAIDOC week organisers are urging us to keep the fire burning, inviting all Australians to “stand in solidarity, amplifying the voices that have long been silenced.” There’s plenty of ways to do just that.
Kindness, care and respect: Sam Mostyn AC sworn in as Australia’s 28th Governor-General
Today, we celebrate a momentous occasion as Sam Mostyn AO, our former board chair, has been sworn in as Australia’s 28th Governor-General: “I stand here now as Australia’s 28th Governor-General immensely conscious of this great honour and privilege”
Alberts farewells its business board chair Sam Mostyn AC
Alberts bids farewell to a transformative leader as Sam Mostyn AC, Chair of the Business Board, prepares to embark on her historic journey as Australia's next Governor-General. In her four-year tenure, Sam's bold and courageous leadership, along with her unwavering commitment to values, inclusivity, and gender empowerment, have left an indelible mark on Alberts and beyond
The arts advantage: The impact of arts programs in schools
Arts programs might be a nice thing to have in children’s schools, but evidence shows where and how they make a difference (and the results may surprise you)
Walking together towards a shared future
What is National Reconciliation Week, who decides the theme, and how can you get involved? We've got some answers, which also explains why Alberts will be ‘wearing it yellow’ this year
How to care for our planet and health, one mouthful at a time
Ever the enthusiastic foodie, Jane Albert ventures into Harvest B’s HQ for a blind tasting of their plant-based beef massaman curry. She was shocked with what she discovered.
Climate philanthropy: from ideas to action for a sustainable future
Ingrid Albert shares insights from the 2024 Australian Environmental Grantmakers Network Conference, on the critical challenges facing our planet and the pivotal role of philanthropy in addressing them, aligning with Climate Action Week Sydney