Practical guides, strategic analysis, and expert perspectives on the issues that shape corporate affairs in Australia's energy, resources, and infrastructure sectors. Written by practitioners with direct experience inside government and industry.

Guide

What Is Corporate Affairs? A Complete Guide for Australian Organisations

Corporate affairs is the strategic management function that shapes how organisations engage with government, media, communities, and stakeholders. Covers the six core functions, how it differs from PR, and why it matters.

By Chris Hanna · March 2026 · 12 min read
Framework

The LEAD Framework: A Structured Approach to Corporate Affairs

Introducing the LEAD Framework — Listen, Evaluate, Activate, Deliver — a practical methodology for managing corporate affairs as a strategic C-suite function.

By Chris Hanna · March 2026 · 8 min read
Guide

Corporate Affairs vs Public Relations: What’s the Difference?

What is the difference between corporate affairs and public relations? This guide explains the strategic distinction and when your organisation needs each function.

By Social Capital Advisory · March 2026 · 9 min read
Policy Analysis

2027 Policy Outlook: What Australian Organisations Need to Watch

Analysis of the 2027 Australian policy landscape for energy, resources and infrastructure organisations. Federal and SA policy forecasts, corporate affairs implications and five key recommendations.

By Chris Hanna · March 2026 · 10 min read
Strategic Guide

The South Australian Energy Landscape: A Comprehensive Guide

A comprehensive guide to South Australia’s energy landscape covering the energy transition timeline, key organisations, major projects, policy framework, and investment opportunities.

By Social Capital Advisory · March 2026 · 12 min read
Strategic Guide

Stakeholder Engagement: A Strategic Guide for Australian Organisations

How to plan and deliver stakeholder engagement in Australia. Covers stakeholder mapping, the IAP2 spectrum, engagement in regulated industries, and measurement frameworks.

By Social Capital Advisory · March 2026 · 12 min read
Strategic Guide

Social Licence to Operate in Australia: How to Build and Maintain It

Understand social licence to operate in Australia. Covers the three levels of social licence, the mining and energy transition context, and a practical framework for building it.

By Social Capital Advisory · March 2026 · 12 min read
Guide

Community Engagement for Energy Projects: Best Practice in Australia

How to build social licence for energy projects through effective community engagement. Covers regulatory frameworks, IAP2 best practice, and common challenges.

By Social Capital Advisory · March 2026 · 10 min read
Strategic Guide

Government Relations in South Australia: A Strategic Guide

The political landscape, key stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and how to build an effective government engagement strategy in South Australia.

By Social Capital Advisory · March 2026 · 12 min read
Sector Insight

Corporate Affairs for Renewable Energy Projects in Australia

Why renewable energy projects need corporate affairs. Covers community opposition, government relations, social licence, and stakeholder engagement for wind, solar, and battery projects.

By Social Capital Advisory · March 2026 · 9 min read
Sector Insight

Navigating Mining Approvals in South Australia

How to navigate mining approvals in South Australia. Covers the Mining Act 1971, Aboriginal heritage, community engagement, government relations, and common pitfalls.

By Social Capital Advisory · March 2026 · 9 min read
Sector Insight

Infrastructure Project Approvals: Why Community Support Matters

Why community support is now decisive for infrastructure project approvals in Australia. Covers regulatory requirements, best practice engagement, and the role of corporate affairs.

By Social Capital Advisory · March 2026 · 7 min read

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