We hold regular webinars covering topics relevant to registered charities and the wider not-for-profit sector. Our webinars are free and interactive. They are designed to provide charities with information and guidance to help them operate effectively, avoid pitfalls and comply with requirements.
Upcoming webinars
No upcoming webinars.
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All webinars start at 12pm (Melbourne time) unless specified otherwise. Please note that the dates and sessions listed are subject to change.
Please check the ACNC website for the most up-to-date guidance on any topic covered in a webinar. Information was accurate as at the date of publication.
Recordings of older ACNC webinars not listed below can be viewed on our YouTube Channel.
Completed webinars
2024
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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.
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Information for charities operating overseas
This webinar focused on charities operating overseas. We discussed the ACNC External Conduct Standards, which overseas charities are required to comply with, and we talked about the steps charities should take to ensure good governance when working internationally. We were also joined by the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID), to discuss the ACFID Code of Conduct.
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Charities, not-for-profits and maintaining income tax exemption
There have been changes to the administration of not-for-profit organisations that self-assess as income tax exempt. Not-for-profits that have charitable purposes cannot self-assess as income tax exempt. Charitable organisations may need to register as a charity with the ACNC and be endorsed by the ATO as income tax exempt. This webinar outlines the changes, and who is eligible to apply for charity registration.
2023
2022
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What you can do to protect your charity from fraud
October 17-21 is Charity Fraud Awareness Week, and our webinar looked at fraud threats that charities may face, and provided plenty of guidance on the ways charities can protect themselves against fraud.
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Gaining and retaining charity registration with the ACNC
Our September webinar explored how the ACNC helps organisations seeking registration as charities, as well as how we work to ensure charities retain their right to registration.
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Changes in reporting to the ACNC - key management personnel and related party transactions
Our June webinar looked at further changes that will affect how some charities report to the ACNC. These changes centre on key management personnel remuneration and related party transactions. In the webinar, we looked in detail at what the changes are, when they come into effect, who they affect and what charities can do now to prepare.
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Getting the most out of the enhanced ACNC Charity Register
Our May webinar looked at the enhanced ACNC Charity Register - it examined the Register's new features, as well as how charities can get the most out of it.
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Protecting young people and vulnerable beneficiaries
Our March webinar looked at the important responsibility that registered charities have to protect young people and vulnerable beneficiaries. In the webinar, we looked at those responsibilities and how they relate to charities' compliance with ACNC Governance Standards and External Conduct Standards. We also examined practical and meaningful ways charities can ensure they are fulfilling their role in this area.
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Changes to charity size and reporting thresholds
Our February webinar examined in detail recently-announced changes to charity size and reporting thresholds which will come into effect in coming months. The changes will soon see thousands of charities re-classified - particularly from medium-sized to small - with their reporting obligations to the ACNC to change so they more appropriately match the size of their operations. Our webinar looked at the changes and what they mean for your charity.
2021
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Protecting your charity against fraud
Our October webinar, staged to coincide with Charity Fraud Awareness Week, looked at the different aspects of charity fraud examined the practical ways a charity can guard against fraud.
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Welcoming new Responsible People to your charity
With many charities holding AGMs and welcoming new board or committee members, our September webinar looked at how to properly induct new Responsible People, as well as emphasising the vital role they have in a charity's governance. The webinar provided practical guidance and tips for successful charity induction programs, and examined ACNC Governance Standard 5 - the Standard which establishes the key duties for Responsible People.
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The pandemic: its impact on people, and what we can do
Our August webinar was co-presented with The Xfactor Collective. We looked at research and work from The Xfactor Collective focusing on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on charities and their people. The webinar brought together specialist knowledge to help charities understand these impacts and provided practical and meaningful ways for charity leaders to support the wellbeing of the people involved in their charity.
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Financial reporting for charities
Our June webinar concentrated on the financial reporting requirements of Australia's charities. The webinar provided an overview of financial reporting requirements, as well as information on ACNC resources to help charities, on common errors the ACNC sees and on new accounting standards charities need to be aware of.
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Charity tax concessions and endorsements - a joint ACNC/ATO webinar
This joint webinar with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) covered some important ground for charities, including information on charity tax concessions - including deductible gift recipient status (DGR) - how the ACNC and ATO work together, and where the various responsibilities for charities lay.
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Conflicts of interest and related party transactions
Conflicts of interest and related party transactions remain among the most common issues charities encounter, with the ACNC often providing information to help guide charities through dealing with the issue. This webinar examined in detail the issues of conflict of interest and related party transactions, and provided meaningful advice and strategies to address them.
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Tips for starting the year on the right foot
After all the challenges 2020 threw at charities, starting 2021 on the right foot is vital. This webinar looked at some of the things charities can do to get their 2021 moving in the right direction.
2020
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Protecting your charity against fraud
To coincide with Charity Fraud Awareness Week, this webinar examined aspects of charity fraud, and provided provide practical guidance on how people can protect their charity from this type of wrongdoing.
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Community Sheds, charity registration and DGR
As part of recent reforms to Australia's deductible gift recipient (DGR) provisions, Community Sheds now have the opportunity to receive DGR status, meaning they can offer tax deductions on donations made to them. In this webinar, the ACNC examined the changes, detailed what Community Sheds need to know and looked at whether DGR status is right for all Community Shed organisations.
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Things your charity should be doing right now
This webinar looked at the issues that charities continue to face, and provided meaningful ideas and guidance on tasks they should be doing now to help them.
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ACNC External Conduct Standards - one year on
The ACNC External Conduct Standards were established in 2019. The standards govern how registered charities must manage their activities and resources outside Australia. One year on from their arrival, this webinar looked some of the burning issues charities have experienced in complying with the standards over the past 12 months, as well as current challenges relevant to charities operating overseas.
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Managing charity money in the wake of COVID-19
With charities continue to feel the effects brought about by COVID-19, our July 2020 webinar provided practical advice and good practice tips on managing money - including an emphasis on financial forecasting. It also offered important reminders for charities as they move into the new financial year, perhaps approach important reporting deadlines, and think about their annual general meetings.
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Charities and the bushfire disaster response
This special webinar aimed to assist charities that have received an influx of donations or funding to help conduct bushfire-related relief efforts, or who are working in areas affected by the recent Australian bushfires.
2018
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Smaller Charities: Managing staff and volunteers
This webinar provided guidance for smaller charities about how to effectively manage the people involved in the charity.
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Small charities: Managing charity finances
This webinar covered basic financial management topics, including some financial threats that charities may face, and the responses and measures that they can take. It also looked at some common charity money myths.
2017
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Staying on track: Animal welfare charities
This webinar provided advice and tips about running a charity and meeting ACNC obligations for people involved in animal welfare charities.
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Helping Parents & Citizens Associations (P&Cs)
Is your P&C registered with the ACNC? This webinar aimed to help P&Cs understand their relationship with the ACNC as a registered charity. This is a great opportunity for newly elected committee members to learn about their P&Cs obligations to the ACNC and what they need to do.
Feedback, questions or comments?
Please get in touch with us at education@acnc.gov.au to provide any feedback, ask a question or let us know about your webinar experience.