Charity & Not-For-Profit Law

Introduction For property developers, buying land is a significant investment, making thorough due diligence the most critical phase of any acquisition. This process is a buyer’s single greatest protection against

Introduction The Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) establishes significant compliance obligations for the New South Wales building industry, aiming to improve the quality and safety of construction work.

Introduction When embarking on a construction project, one of the most critical early decisions is selecting the right type of building contract. Construction contracts provide the essential legal framework for

Introduction For any not-for-profit organisation in Australia, succession planning is a critical component of good governance that ensures leadership continuity and long-term stability. A well-developed plan allows a charity to

Introduction For Australian not-for-profit (NFP) organisations and charities, the decision to remunerate board members introduces a critical layer of public scrutiny. Because these organisations rely so heavily on public trust,

Introduction The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is observing a significant rise in concerns reported by the public, indicating that charities are facing increased scrutiny. As public awareness of

Introduction Volunteers are a vital resource for charities, contributing essential time and energy that makes much of the sector’s work possible. Effective volunteer management, however, extends beyond simple recruitment and

Introduction Leaders in the not-for-profit sector are often optimistic, believing in their mission against the odds. This inherent optimism, while a driving force for good, can inadvertently lead to underestimating

Introduction Meeting annual reporting requirements is a fundamental obligation for every registered charity under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). This key responsibility involves submitting an Annual Information Statement

Introduction In light of the increasing prevalence of data breaches and cyber threats, it is clear that Australian charities are vulnerable to attack. For any charity, which often handles sensitive