News
Australians respond generously in times of crisis, but ensuring help goes where it is needed is important, warns the charities regulator, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
14 November 2019
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Commissioner's Column
In this edition, the Hon Dr Gary Johns, discusses the 2019 Annual Information Statement, phishing emails, the proposed new economy-wide cash payment limit, and more.
1 November 2019
News
Australian charities generate more than $140 billion each year, significant income which can leave them vulnerable to fraud if adequate financial and governance controls are not in place. ACNC Commissioner the Hon Dr Gary Johns explains the risks of charity fraud and counter-measures for charities.
25 October 2019
News
This Charity Fraud Awareness week, the ACNC is urging charities to take measures to protect themselves against fraud.
21 October 2019
Commissioner's Column
In this edition, the Hon Dr Gary Johns discusses how charities can protect themselves from fraud, the CPA not-for-profit scholarship program and the upcoming ACNC webinars.
17 October 2019
Commissioner's Column
In this edition, the Hon Dr Gary Johns discusses changes to reporting requirements for incorporated associations, annual general meetings, Charity Fraud Awareness Week and more.
3 October 2019
News
We recently spoke with registered charity the Gidget Foundation Australia about their programs, their ultimate goal and their most exciting developments.
26 September 2019
Commissioner's Column
In this edition, the Hon Dr Gary Johns discusses meeting and engaging with the sector, the upcoming Governance Institute's Not-for-profits Forums, October's International Charity Fraud Awareness Week and more.
19 September 2019
News
Registered charity Aussie Helpers confirmed it has entered into a compliance agreement with the ACNC to address concerns raised about the charity’s governance.
6 September 2019
Commissioner's Column
In this edition of the Commissioner's Column, the Hon Dr Gary Johns discusses the revocation of 'double defaulter' charities, the 2019 Annual Information Statement, governance resources and more.
5 September 2019
