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See ACNC media releases and news items, and the latest Commissioner’s Column.

Media please contact ACNC Media: media@acnc.gov.au or 03 8612 6994. This media guide provides an overview of media FAQs.

Commenting on concerns

By law the ACNC cannot speak publicly about the circumstances of a charity, unless one of the exceptions applies.

These amendments apply only to new or ongoing investigations relating to a charity’s compliance with the ACNC Act, Governance Standards or External Conduct Standards.

The Commissioner must consider several factors before deciding if the disclosure is permitted under the secrecy provisions.

If the information does not meet the threshold required for disclosure, the ACNC will not be able to publicly comment on the circumstances of a charity, apart from referring to information already published on the Charity Register or on the ACNC website.

If the Commissioner decides information can be disclosed in relation to an investigation, the information will be published on the ACNC’s website.

In response to requests from the media, the ACNC’s media team cannot disclose information about ACNC compliance activity or investigations unless one of the exceptions applies.

Commissioner's Column

An inspiring trip to the NT and our latest sector data

In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM reflects on her recent trip to the Northern Territory and highlights some key insights from the 11th edition of the Australian Charities Report.

New ACNC decision summary published: charitable purposes and 'promoting sport'

The ACNC has published a new de-identified registration decision summary which looks at aspects of charity registration in relation to an organisation that engaged in sporting activities.

New ACNC data shows Australia’s charity sector grows, consistent with greater demand for services

New ACNC data shows a rise in charity sector revenue and staff, consistent with greater community demand for services. The 11th edition of the Australian Charities Report was released today.

Secure your spot at the Governing for Good Forum 2025

The ACNC's annual Governing for Good Forum will take place on Wednesday, 30 July. Registrations are now open and places are limited. Secure your ticket today.

ACNC urges donors to be cautious after floods in NSW

With devastating floods impacting parts of New South Wales, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is warning donors to watch out for fake fundraising appeals.

Failure to report sees 627 charities lose their registration

The ACNC has revoked the registration of 627 charities after they failed to submit two or more Annual Information Statements.

Commissioner's Column

2025 federal election: Insights into political advocacy concerns raised

In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM speaks about insights into political advocacy concerns raised during the recent federal election campaign.

ACNC publishes new registration decision summary: incidental or ancillary purposes

The ACNC has published a new de-identified registration decision summary, focusing on what we look at when considering if an organisation’s purposes are charitable, or they are incidental or ancillary purposes.

ACNC reminds charities to adhere to election advocacy rules

The charity regulator is warning charities that they must abide by advocacy rules or risk regulatory action.

Commissioner's Column

Remember to focus on issues, not party politics

In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM reminds charities that focusing on issues, not party politics, is key to what advocacy you can do as an ACNC registered charity.

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