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Introduction Effectively managing conflicts of interest is fundamental for every charity’s board or committee to maintain integrity and adhere to governance standards set by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
Introduction Not-for-profit organisations and charities in Australia are increasingly exploring mergers, acquisitions, and restructures as strategic avenues. These significant undertakings often arise from the need to navigate increasing compliance pressures,
Introduction For any not-for-profit organisation, understanding and upholding whistleblower protections is a critical aspect of good governance. The legal landscape, significantly shaped by the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), requires not-for-profits
Introduction For officers of Australian not-for-profits structured as companies, understanding their obligations to both the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) is
Introduction Meeting the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) reporting obligations is a fundamental responsibility for every Australian charity. The requirement to report annually to the ACNC, as mandated by
Introduction Australian Not-for-Profit (NFP) organisations undertaking charitable fundraising across multiple states and territories currently navigate a complex array of differing regulations. This patchwork of fundraising laws presents a considerable administrative
Introduction to DGR Endorsement for Your Australian Charity For many involved in the Australian charitable sector, understanding Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status is essential. This special tax designation, administered by
Introduction When a charity organisation in Australia considers winding up, understanding the fate of its assets is a critical aspect of the process. The decision to cease operations, whether voluntary
Introduction Adhering to the guidelines and best practice principles set by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is crucial for any charity when making investment decisions, as these decisions
Introduction Effective governance is fundamental for every successful charity and not-for-profit (NFP) organisation in Australia. Strong charity board processes are not just about following rules; they form the core of
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Introduction The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has issued warnings about tax schemes involving barter credits, which are used to claim inflated tax deductions. These arrangements typically involve a taxpayer making
Introduction Community charities hold a unique position among Australian charities, with the ability to operate across all deductible gift recipient (DGR) categories. Historically, gaining DGR endorsement under this category involved
Introduction In March 2026, the Australian government announced changes to private and public ancillary funds, officially renaming them to public and private giving funds. These new rules increase the minimum
Introduction The 2026 Federal Budget introduces significant tax reform and compliance changes affecting charities, philanthropic trusts, and organisations with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status. These measures, including amendments to the Income
Introduction In 2024, the Treasury Laws Amendment (Support for Small Business and Charities and Other Measures) Act 2024 (Cth) (‘Treasury Laws Amendment Act’) introduced community charity corporations as a new category
Introduction The Australian Government has announced significant reforms for private and public ancillary funds, which will now be known as ‘giving funds’. These changes, including an increased minimum annual distribution