Commissioner's Column
Supporting your charity for a strong finish to 2025
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM shares her tips for AGM season, highlights findings from our compliance review of complex structures, and invites feedback on updated housing guidance.
Commissioner's Column
The influences re-shaping the term Public Benevolent Institution
In this month’s Commissioner’s Column, Sue Woodward AM shares her insights on the recently updated Commissioner’s Interpretation Statement on Public Benevolent Institutions (PBIs).
Commissioner's Column
Strong foundations to support your charity’s purpose
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM shares her insights on one of the most powerful tools for good governance.
Commissioner's Column
‘To come with purpose’: Reflections from the ACNC’s Governing for Good Forum 2025
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM reflects on the recent Governing for Good Forum, held on Wednesday 30 July 2025.
Commissioner's Column
Planning a great AGM and board handover to strengthen good governance
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM reminds charities to consider their obligations in planning ahead for their Annual General Meeting.
Commissioner's Column
An inspiring trip to the NT and our latest sector data
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM reflects on her recent trip to the Northern Territory and highlights some key insights from the 11th edition of the Australian Charities Report.
Commissioner's Column
2025 federal election: Insights into political advocacy concerns raised
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM speaks about insights into political advocacy concerns raised during the recent federal election campaign.
Commissioner's Column
Remember to focus on issues, not party politics
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM reminds charities that focusing on issues, not party politics, is key to what advocacy you can do as an ACNC registered charity.
Commissioner's Column
Opening remarks to the Senate Estimates Economics Committee
This month’s column is an abridged version of ACNC Commissioner Sue Woodward AM's opening statement at a Senate Estimates hearing on 26 February 2025 at Parliament House in Canberra.
Commissioner's Column
Strengthening public trust and confidence in the sector
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM reflects on the findings of a major report that shows a decline in public trust in institutions across Australia, including charities.