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    Managed Services Agreements: Avoiding ACNC & ATO Litigation

    Introduction Managed services agreements are increasingly used by not-for-profit (NFP) organisations to improve efficiency, but these arrangements can quickly become the source of business disputes, director disputes, or even litigation

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    A Charity’s Guide: Managing Legal Conflicts Between Board & Staff

    Introduction Internal disputes between a charity’s board and senior staff can disrupt governance, undermine public trust, and threaten the organisation’s ability to fulfil its charitable purpose. These conflicts often arise

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    Post-Merger Disputes for NFPs: Due Diligence Failures & Hidden Liabilities

    Introduction After a merger or acquisition, not-for-profit organisations can face unexpected post-acquisition disputes when hidden liabilities or discrepancies surface that were missed during due diligence. These issues can disrupt operations,

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    Charity & Corporate Partnerships: Managing Legal Risks

    Introduction For many charities, forming a corporate partnership is a powerful strategy to raise funds, access vital resources, and ultimately extend their reach and impact within the community. This type

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    ACNC Investigations & External Conduct Standards for Charities Operating Outside Australia

    Introduction Receiving a “show cause” notice from the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is a critical event for any charity. This formal document signifies the ACNC Commissioner’s intention to

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    ACNC Registration: Difference of Public Benefit v. Private Benefit

    Introduction For a not-for-profit organisation to meet ACNC charity registration eligibility, it must demonstrate that its purposes are for the public benefit. This fundamental requirement, stipulated by the Charities Act 2013

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    The Fine Line Between Australian Charity Advocacy & Campaigning

    Introduction For Australian charities and not-for-profit organisations, advocacy and campaigning are powerful tools for achieving social change and furthering their charitable purpose. Engaging in public debate is a legitimate and

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    AI Marketing for Charities: Copyright Ownership & Legal Liability

    Introduction Community organisations are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to create marketing content, aiming to improve their work processes and better meet community needs. However, the use of generative AI

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    Charity Reserves for Your NFP: How Much Is Too Much

    Introduction For any not-for-profit organisation, holding reserves is integral to ensuring long-term financial stability and sustainability. While many in the sector fear that generating a surplus may attract backlash from

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    Managing Conflicts of Interest: A Guide for Charity Boards & Directors

    Introduction Directors on charity boards often wear multiple hats, balancing their duties to the organisation with various other professional, personal, and community roles. Consequently, a conflict of interest is a

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