b"DirectorsDirectors Declaration ReportIn accordance with a resolution of the Directors of Uniting (Victoria and Tasmania) Limited, Corporate Structurewe state that in the opinion of the Directors:The Uniting Vic.Tas group is limited by guarantee under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and is domiciled (a)the consolidated financial statements and the notes of Uniting (Victoria and Tasmania) in Australia. Uniting Vic.Tas is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Limited and its controlled entities for the financial year ended 30 June 2024 are in accordance Commission, under the subtype Public Benevolent Institution, and holds Deductible Gift Recipient status.with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission Act 2012, including: Nature of operations and principal activities(1) Giving a true and fair view of the Group's financial position as at 30 June 2024 The Uniting Group's principal activity is to provide community services to vulnerable people across and of its performance for the year ended on that date; andVictoria and Tasmania. We work to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.(2) Complying with Australian Accounting Standards and Australian Charities and We strive to make a difference for individuals, families and communities. Not-for-profit Commission Regulations 2022; andEmployees(b) there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Group will be able to pay their debts as and The Uniting group employed 3,935 employees as at 30 June 2024 (2023: 3,634 employees).when they become due and payable. Review of results of operationsOn behalf of the Board Uniting Group overviewThe Uniting group is the principal community services organisation of the Uniting Churchin Victoria and Tasmania. Social welfare activities providedJude Munro AOW Kirby ClarkThe Uniting group delivers 610 (2023: 699) programs and services that enrich communitiesChair of the Board of DirectorsDirectorin Victoria and Tasmania.During the financial year, we walked alongside people:2 October 2024 2 October 2024Needing additional help to keep their family safe, together and thriving By enabling children to access early learning in a creative and nurturing environment Recovering from the effects of drug and alcohol use and want to access treatments to get their lives back on track Who wanted support to manage their mental health Experiencing homelessness and looking for safe and secure housingCaring for someone, needing advice and support so they are better able to care for themselves Looking for meaningful employment, by providing access to training and job opportunities Living with a disability, who want to gain employment and live independently Newly arrived, needing safety and a welcoming community.The Uniting group also promotes research into community needs and advocates for attitudes and actions which aim to lessen disadvantage, poverty and exclusion in the community.Operating results for the yearThe Uniting group reported a surplus for the year of $32.640 million (2023: $21.032 million). The total revenue of the Uniting group for the year was $414.644 million (2023: $377.120 million). DividendsThe Uniting group is a not-for-profit charitable company operating under a constitution which prohibits the payment of dividends or distribution of profits.40 Uniting Vic.Tas and Uniting Housing Annual Report Uniting Vic.Tas and Uniting Housing Annual Report 41"