Governance & Compliance

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    Managing Charity’s Governance Practices & ACNC Compliance in Complex Corporate Structures

    Introduction For any charity operating within a complex corporate structure, maintaining diligent governance practices is essential, particularly as the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) has made this a key

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    A Charity’s Guide to Stepchild Estate Claims in NSW

    Introduction With the growing prevalence of blended families in NSW, a will contest initiated by a stepchild is an increasingly common challenge for the beneficiaries of a deceased estate. For

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    Charity’s Guide to Conflict of Interest & Related Party Transaction Disputes

    Introduction Maintaining public trust and safeguarding a charity’s reputation depends on transparent governance and ethical decision-making. This process requires the organisation to effectively manage conflicts of interest and every related

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    NDIS Service Agreement & Contract Breaches: A Litigation Guide for NFPs

    Introduction For not-for-profit (NFP) organisations, National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) service agreements and contracts are high-stakes documents that define rights, obligations, and compliance expectations. When disputes or breaches arise, the

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    Enforceable Agreements: A Guide to Australian Contract Law for NFPs

    Introduction For not-for-profit (NFP) organisations, understanding when an agreement is legally enforceable under Australian contract law is essential to protecting resources and ensuring smooth operations. Relying on undocumented or informal

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    ACNC’s Updated PBI Statement: Key Risks & Changes for Your Charity

    Introduction The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) has released an updated interpretation statement on public benevolent institutions (PBI), reflecting recent legal developments and sector feedback. This updated statement clarifies

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    Australian Privacy Breaches & Data Breach Litigation Risk

    Introduction Australian organisations now face heightened privacy and cybersecurity risks as data breaches become more frequent and the legal consequences more severe. Recent reforms to the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)

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    Can a Charity Sue for Defamation Under NSW Law in Australia

    Introduction Defamation law in NSW plays a significant role in protecting the reputation of not-for-profit (NFP) organisations, including charities, when false or damaging statements are made against them. While most

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    SCHADS Award Underpayments: A Guide to Payroll Remediation & Disputes for NFPs

    Introduction Employers in the not-for-profit sector face significant challenges in achieving payroll compliance under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award (SCHADS Award). Ambiguous award provisions, frequent

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    Responding to a Whistleblower Complaint & Handling the Investigation

    Introduction Whistleblower complaints present not-for-profits and charities with complex challenges that can impact their reputation, operations, and legal standing. Addressing these complaints effectively is essential, as organisations must ensure that

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