ACNC Adviser Forum
The ACNC Adviser Forum's membership is made up of invited professional advisers to the charity sector. The forum brings this membership together with ACNC representatives and invited observer members.
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Failure to submit an Annual Information Statement
Generally speaking, all charities must submit their Annual Information Statement within six months from the end of their reporting period. This page explains the consequences of charities not submitting their Annual Information Statement on time.
Governing document templates and model rules
Each charity has a governing document which sets out its charitable purposes, confirms that it operates on a not-for-profit basis, and details how its governing body makes decisions and consults any members. These templates are examples that charities can use.
Reporting to the ACNC for the first time
This webinar focused on reporting to the ACNC for the first time. We discussed charity reporting obligations and how to submit the Annual Information Statement in the ACNC Charity Portal.
ACNC announces new Assistant Commissioner
ACNC Commissioner Sue Woodward AM has announced Cate Bennett as Assistant Commissioner – Operations and Engagement, commencing in February 2025.
Enforceable undertaking
An enforceable undertaking is one of the compliance powers the ACNC has under the ACNC Act.
ACNC publishes outcome of an investigation into Hillsong Church charities
In March 2023, the ACNC confirmed it was investigating the Hillsong Church. The ACNC has now published details of an enforceable undertaking from Hillsong College Limited.
2024 Annual Information Statement Guide
This guide aims to help charities that are completing their 2024 Annual Information Statement.
2024 Annual Information Statement Hub
Welcome to the ACNC's 2024 Annual Information Statement Hub, which contains links to information that will help your charity complete its 2024 Annual Information Statement. It also includes a checklist of the information you will need.
Charities, campaigning and advocacy
Political advocacy and campaigning is a complex area for charities. It is vital charities and their Responsible People take care when deciding the types of advocacy and campaigning they can appropriately undertake, as well as ensuring they are familiar with what they need to avoid.