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About the ACNC
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission is the national regulator of charities. We register and regulate Australia’s charities.
- We help charities understand and meet their obligations through information, advice and guidance.
- We help the public understand the work of the not-for-profit sector and provide a free searchable database of charities.
Latest news
Commissioner's Column
Maintaining reputation and trust in uncertain times
In this month’s Commissioner’s Column, Sue Woodward AM highlights why timely reporting is essential for maintaining a charity's reputation and trust in changing times.
News
ACNC Charity Data Hub: insights into the sector
Looking for detailed information on the Australian charity sector? Explore our Charity Data Hub — a gateway to comprehensive data that helps charities, researchers, policy makers and the public better understand the sector.
News
ACNC confirms an investigation
Today the ACNC confirmed it is investigating Shincheonji, Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony, Peter Tribe, Australia Melbourne Church (Melbourne Zion Church) Incorporated (ABN 58378148030).
Latest Resources
Charity by numbers: the volunteer effect
Charity by numbers: the volunteer effect is a report from the ACNC on the impact of volunteer-run charities in Australia.
ACNC Annual Report 2024-25
The ACNC Annual Report 2024-25 provides an overview of the Commission's work in the 2024-25 financial year.
2025 Annual Information Statement Guide
This guide will help you through the process of completing your charity's 2025 Annual Information Statement.
Australian Charities Report - 11th edition
This Australian Charities Report is the annual analysis of the information we receive from charities in their Annual Information Statements. This is the 11th edition.
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Newly registered charities
The ACNC registers hundreds of new charities every month.
These charities will provide a range of invaluable services including child and youth services, environmental protection, education and more.
We publish a list of new charities each month.
Acknowledgement of Country
The ACNC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to them and their cultures and Elders past and present.