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Introduction For any Australian charity, establishing and maintaining a clear charitable purpose is a fundamental legal requirement. This purpose, defined under the Charities Act 2013 (Cth), is not just a
Introduction For many charities, particularly those with or seeking Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) status, political advocacy is a vital tool for achieving their mission. However, this often leads to a
Introduction Safeguarding vulnerable people is a primary duty of care for every charity and a crucial part of its governance framework. This responsibility involves safeguarding the welfare and human rights
Introduction Engaging in a related party transaction is a common and often beneficial practice for a charity. However, these arrangements can introduce significant governance risks, such as real or perceived
Introduction For any Australian charity, preparing an annual financial report is a critical responsibility, forming a key part of its obligations to the Australian Charities and not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), a
Introduction For not-for-profit (NFP) organisations, understanding what operating as a not-for-profit organisation means is the first step to maintaining the financial compliance fundamental to ensuring transparency and upholding public trust. Not-for-profits registered
Introduction For any Australian charity with a membership base, ensuring accountability to members is a core requirement under the ACNC Governance Standards. Governance Standard 2 is specifically designed to ensure
Introduction For any not-for-profit (NFP) organisation, managing charity reserves is a vital component of good governance, playing a critical role in ensuring long-term financial stability and sustainability. Despite their importance,
Introduction For any Australian charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), comprehending ACNC Governance Standard 6 is crucial. This specific governance standard is intrinsically linked to the
Introduction For any charity or not-for-profit organisation, correctly distinguishing between volunteers and employees is a critical responsibility, yet the legal distinctions can often be complex. This understanding is fundamental for
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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
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
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
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