Guides
Tips, ideas, and checklists for running better events.
How to Run a Legal Raffle in Victoria
Victorian raffle permit rules, Minor Gaming Permit thresholds, and VGCCC compliance. How to run a legal raffle under the Gambling Regulation Act 2003.
16 October 2026
How to Run a Legal Raffle in Queensland
Queensland raffle permit rules, art union thresholds, and OLGR compliance. A complete guide to running a legal raffle under the Charitable and Non-Profit Gaming Act 1999.
12 October 2026
How to Run a Legal Raffle in New South Wales
NSW raffle permit rules, thresholds, and compliance checklist. Everything you need to know about running a raffle under the Lotteries and Art Unions Act 1901.
8 October 2026
Gift Ideas for Raffle Prizes (That People Will Actually Want)
Sourcing raffle prizes doesn't have to mean begging local businesses for vouchers they don't want to give. Here's a better way.
4 October 2026
School Fundraiser Ideas That Parents Won't Dread
Chocolate drives are dead. Here's what actually works for school fundraising in 2026.
30 September 2026
Silent Auction Mistakes That Make Bidders Walk Away
You set up 30 auction items, printed the bid sheets, and raised half of what you expected. Here's what went wrong.
26 September 2026
50/50 Draws: The Laziest Fundraiser That Actually Works
Half the pot goes to the winner, half to the cause. No prizes to source, no sponsors to chase. Just maths and excitement.
22 September 2026
The Raffle Compliance Checklist You'll Wish You Had Last Year
Raffle laws are different in every state. Here's what you actually need to know — no legal jargon, no panic.
18 September 2026
How to Price Raffle Tickets Without Overthinking It
The psychology of raffle ticket pricing — bundles, anchoring, and why $2 is almost always wrong.
14 September 2026
Prize Ideas That Don't Suck
A guide to raffle prizes people actually want to win — from pub raffles to school fundraisers to corporate events.
10 September 2026
Charity Gala Fundraising: Beyond the Boring Auction
Your charity gala doesn't need another silent auction with a framed photo nobody wants. Here's how to actually raise money.
6 September 2026
Meat Raffle Ideas That'll Have Them Queuing at the Door
The humble meat raffle is an institution. Here's how to run one that people talk about all week.
2 September 2026
How to Run a Pub Raffle That People Actually Care About
The difference between a raffle that raises $200 and one that raises $2,000 is not the prize — it's the setup. Here's how to do it properly.
30 August 2026