Charity regulator extends reporting deadlines to assist charities
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission has granted charity reporting extensions to assist charities affected by the COVID-19 crisis.
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How the ACNC approaches concerns about charities
The ACNC receives over 150 concerns per month relating to the actions, activities and eligibility of Australia’s registered charities. This is how the ACNC approaches concerns about charities.
Research into Commonwealth regulatory and reporting burdens on the charity sector
This 2014 report by Ernst & Young examines the regulatory and reporting burden on charities. While this research focused on Commonwealth burden, it also considered state and territory burden.
Advisory Board summary
An update from Sarah Davies AM, Chair of the ACNC Advisory Board.
Commissioner's Interpretation Statement: Health Promotion Charities
The purpose of this Commissioner’s Interpretation Statement is to provide guidance to ACNC staff, charities and the public on the meaning and scope of the charity subtype of 'Health Promotion Charity' (HPC).
Rules for a charitable unincorporated association
These customisable template rules can be used as a starting point for unincorporated associations seeking to register as a charity with the ACNC.
AAT upholds ACNC decision to refuse charity registration of three related applicants
The Administrative Appeals Tribunal has upheld the ACNC’s decision to refuse to register three companies as charities.
How to give safely this holiday season
How to give safely this holiday season
20 December 2013
20 December 2013
Charities and artificial intelligence
This guide looks at artificial intelligence in the charity context, emphasising that while AI has the potential to bring about many benefits to those in the sector, and decision to harness AI is a strategic one that should be considered carefully by charities and their Responsible People.
Commissioner's Policy Statement: Group reporting - Joint and Collective
Commissioner's Policy Statement CPS 2013/05 covers Group Reporting - Joint and Collective, and sets out the ACNC's policy for applications by two or more registered charities to form a reporting group. It is intended to guide the public in determining the most relevant principles the Commissioner will consider when reviewing such an application.