Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission

Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission The ACNC is the independent national regulator of charities in Australia. The official page of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).

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Our guidance answers some common questions about what charities can and can’t do when campaigning and advocating. Read m...
15/09/2026

Our guidance answers some common questions about what charities can and can’t do when campaigning and advocating.

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The ACNC is encouraging people to give generously to relief efforts in Nepal – but to take a few simple steps to make su...
14/09/2026

The ACNC is encouraging people to give generously to relief efforts in Nepal – but to take a few simple steps to make sure their donation goes to a genuine, registered charity, not a scammer.

Before you donate, search the ACNC Charity Register to check than an organisation is a registered charity πŸ‘‰https://ow.ly/gvH550ZJYPT

Treasury is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the law that will allow the ACNC to share more information about how...
11/09/2026

Treasury is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the law that will allow the ACNC to share more information about how we regulate charities.

πŸ“° Read the full story on our website - https://ow.ly/j3Co50ZMp0Y
πŸ“£ Share your feedback on Treasury's website - https://ow.ly/zY1050ZMp0X

10/09/2026

This month's column is an edited and abridged version of ACNC Commissioner Sue Woodward AM's opening address at our Governing for Good Forum, held on Friday 14 August.

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The 2026 Annual Information Statement (AIS) is now available in the ACNC Charity Portal. We encourage charities to repor...
09/09/2026

The 2026 Annual Information Statement (AIS) is now available in the ACNC Charity Portal. We encourage charities to report early rather than waiting until the due date.

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08/09/2026

We're getting ready to send out our monthly e-newsletter, The Charitable Purpose. Each month, we share important updates from the Commissioner, sector insights and practical resources to help charities stay informed and meet obligations.

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The ACNC is encouraging people to give generously to relief efforts in Nepal – but to take a few simple steps to make su...
07/09/2026

The ACNC is encouraging people to give generously to relief efforts in Nepal – but to take a few simple steps to make sure their donation goes to a genuine, registered charity, not a scammer.

Before you donate, search the ACNC Charity Register to check that an organisation is a registered charity πŸ‘‰https://ow.ly/gvH550ZJYPT

Watch all Governing for Good Forum sessions on YouTube and hear from sector leaders, regulators and charity experts on g...
03/09/2026

Watch all Governing for Good Forum sessions on YouTube and hear from sector leaders, regulators and charity experts on governance, partnerships and the challenges shaping the charity sector.

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Watch sessions here πŸ‘‰ https://ow.ly/p7JL50ZIwAL

Our guidance answers some common questions about what charities can and can’t do when campaigning and advocating. Read m...
01/09/2026

Our guidance answers some common questions about what charities can and can’t do when campaigning and advocating.

Read more πŸ‘‰ https://ow.ly/PNW550ZHZsa

The ACNC is encouraging charities to exercise caution if they are offered barter credit donations. The ATO has warned ab...
01/09/2026

The ACNC is encouraging charities to exercise caution if they are offered barter credit donations. The ATO has warned about schemes involving barter credits that may impact charities endorsed as deductible gift recipients.

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