Introduction Operating an incorporated association in NSW comes with important legal responsibilities under the Associations Incorporation Act 2009 (NSW). Fulfilling these duties is essential for ensuring the organisation runs smoothly,
Introduction Incorporated associations in New South Wales (NSW) must adhere to specific financial reporting requirements to maintain compliance. However, recent reforms are set to significantly alter these obligations, introducing new
Introduction As of 1 April 2026, NSW has implemented significant reforms to its charitable fundraising laws, streamlining regulations for every charity and fundraiser. The primary goal of this harmonisation effort
Introduction The committee of management is essential for guiding a NFP organisation, overseeing its affairs and ensuring it complies with legal requirements. When a dispute arises—a situation that may require
Introduction For not-for-profit and charity organisations operating as incorporated associations in NSW, effectively handling NFP member disputes is a critical component of good governance. Conflicts between members, or between a member and
Introduction Providers in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and aged care sectors face an increasingly complex regulatory environment, with significant consequences for any breach of their duty of care.
Introduction Australian charities often engage in advocacy and campaigning to advance their charitable missions. These campaigning activities are a legitimate way to contribute to public debate, particularly during a federal
Introduction Maintaining eligibility for charity tax concessions is a critical requirement for Australian not-for-profit organisations. This status depends on compliance with two key regulators, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and
Introduction For Australian charities, maintaining effective record-keeping is a fundamental aspect of good governance practices and a core legal obligation. Failures in this area can signal wider governance problems and
Introduction The framework for conducting company meetings has fundamentally shifted, with amendments to the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) making temporary pandemic relief measures for virtual meetings and electronic execution of
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Introduction Obtaining letters of administration from the Supreme Court of NSW grants an eligible family member the legal authority to manage the deceased estate. The real work, however, begins after
Introduction When a person dies without a valid will in New South Wales, their estate is distributed according to the intestacy rules in the Succession Act 2006 (NSW) (‘Succession Act‘). Eligible relatives
Introduction When a person dies leaving a valid will but no executor is available to apply for probate, the estate falls into partial intestacy. A beneficiary named in the will
Introduction In New South Wales, probate is the legal process of validating a will and authorising an executor to manage a deceased person’s property. A grant of probate from the Supreme Court
Introduction For an executor named in a will, obtaining a grant of probate from the Supreme Court of NSW is a critical step to legally administer the estate of a deceased person. A common question is,
Introduction An executor is responsible for managing a deceased person’s estate, which involves paying debts and distributing assets to beneficiaries as directed by the will. While many people accept this role to carry out a