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Stretch targets are included in the strategicplan, including increasing our sphere of influence andovercoming geographic barriers. To this end, we areworking with and through other high quality mentalhealth service providers to broaden our educationreach and significantly increase our impact all aroundAustralia and the world.In 2012 we have seen a dramatic increase inthe number of corporate partners with whom we areengaged with workplace programs. These partnershipsare based on generating value by assisting companiesto better address depression in the workplaceon a commercial basis.The range of offerings the Institute provides todifferent segments of the population to improve outcomesfrom anxiety, depression and bipolar disordercontinues to expand in breadth and sophistication.Our commitment is to provide ongoing improvementsto the prevention, treatment and recovery from mooddisorders for all Australians.Finances and AuditThe Institute was returned to a sustainablefinancial footing throughout 2012 by re-aligningresearch, clinical and education activities in line withrevenue.Ernst & Young once again conducted theexternal annual audit of the Institute’s accounts for theyear ended 30 June 2012. A concise version of theseaccounts is provided in this report. The Institute isgrateful for the work undertaken by Ernst & Young underthe leadership of the Audit Partner, Mr Rob Lewis.Will BonneyGeneral Manager Black Dog InstituteBLACK DOG 201211