ACNC News

The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission is urging Australians to ensure their donations are going to registered charities, this holiday season. 

Today is Giving Tuesday, a global initiative to give to the charities and not-for-profits that support so many in the community.

ACNC Commissioner the Hon Dr Gary Johns issues a statement on the Commission's 7th anniversary.

The ACNC issued a Direction to RMLA on 7 December 2018. The ACNC subsequently revoked the Direction on 27 November 2019 and acknowledged that RMLA has complied with the requirements of that Direction, including undergoing a forensic audit in accordance with the Direction.

Letter to the editors of Daily Telegraph, Herald Sun & The Weekly Times. The ACNC Commissioner corrects the record on the revocation of Aussie Farms' charity registration, emphasising ACNC decisions are independent.

The national charity regulator, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), has revoked the charity status of  Aussie Farms Inc  following an investigation.

Australians respond generously in times of crisis, but ensuring help goes where it is needed is important, warns the charities regulator, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).

Australian charities generate more than $140 billion each year, significant income which can leave them vulnerable to fraud if adequate financial and governance controls are not in place.  ACNC Commissioner the Hon Dr Gary Johns explains the risks of charity fraud and counter-measures for charities.

This Charity Fraud Awareness week, the ACNC is urging charities to take measures to protect themselves against fraud.

Registered charity Aussie Helpers confirmed it has entered into a compliance agreement with the ACNC to address concerns raised about the charity’s governance.