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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 0481 456 411. This media guide provides an overview of media FAQs.

Commenting on concerns

By law the ACNC cannot speak publicly about the circumstances of any charity, apart from referring to information already published on the Charity Register. This includes whether or not a concern about a charity has been raised with the ACNC, or whether the ACNC is investigating a concern or allegations made about a charity. This also means that once a concern is raised, the ACNC cannot keep the person who raised the concern informed about any investigation we may be undertaking. This approach is a requirement of the secrecy provisions in the ACNC Act which bind the ACNC Commissioner and their staff.

Five charities lose charity status following ACNC investigations

The ACNC has today announced that five organisations have lost their charity status following separate investigations into their activities and operations. The charities that have had their registration with the ACNC revoked are Kaizen Synergy College, White Coats Charity Incorporated, The Trustee for Storybook Angels for Disabled Animals, Australian Community & Health Foundation Limited, and Beyond Community & Health Inc.

Scams Awareness Week: Protect yourself from scams

Scams can undermine the good work of genuine charities and take advantage of the generosity of Australians.

Getting to know

Getting to Know: Celebrating Abilities Inc

We recently spoke with registered charity Celebrating Abilities Inc about their programs, their goals, and the most rewarding part of their work.

Commissioner's Column

Annual CLAANZ Conference and ACNC Regulators Day

In this edition, the Hon Dr Gary Johns discusses the annual Charity Law Association of Australia and New Zealand (CLAANZ) Conference and ACNC Regulators Day, 'double defaulter' charities, overdue Annual Information Statements, Scams Awareness Week and more.

Charities at risk of revocation for failing to meet ACNC obligations

More than 2000 charities registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) are at risk of losing their charity status, after failing to submit their annual reporting to the national charity regulator.

Getting to know

Getting to Know: Pushing Barriers Inc

We recently spoke with registered charity Pushing Barriers Inc about their work, the ultimate goal of their charity and the biggest challenge so far.

Commissioner's Column

External Conduct Standards now in effect

In this edition, the Hon Dr Gary Johns discusses the External Conduct Standards, overdue Annual Information Statements, the new registration paper form and more.

Getting to know

Getting to Know: Smart Pups Assistance Dogs For Special Needs Children Inc

We recently spoke with registered charity Smart Pups Assistance Dogs For Special Needs Children Inc about their work, their biggest challenge and the importance of donors and volunteers.

Commissioner's Column

External Conduct Standards coming soon

In this fortnight's edition, ACNC Commissioner the Hon Dr Gary Johns discusses the upcoming External Conduct Standards, encourages overdue charities to submit their 2018 Annual Information Statement, shares upcoming education opportunities and more.

Getting to know

Getting to Know: Living Child Inc

We recently spoke with registered charity Living Child Inc about their work, their most exciting recent development and how they protect their vulnerable beneficiaries.

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