ACNC News

The ACNC is encouraging anyone who is currently completing or intending to complete one of our online short courses to finish it and download their certificates by August 10

The ACNC has announced it will focus on the misuse of complex corporate structures and the way charities manage cyber security challenges.

The Charity Register is now even more useful, with a new feature allowing you to find Australian registered charities that operate programs overseas.  

The ACNC has published a new registration decision summary, outlining key factors it considered in determining an organisation’s eligibility to be registered as a charity, with the subtype of ‘advancing social or public welfare.’   

As the new year kicks off, the ACNC is reminding charities of some simple checks they can do to ensure they meet their ongoing obligations.

Did you know our comprehensive data shows Australia’s charity sector employs more than 10 per cent of the workforce? You’ll find a wealth of information about the sector via our Charity Data Hub. 

As official data shows billions of dollars is lost to scams, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission is advising a simple check before donating.  

Changes to the Fair Work Act have placed conditions on the use of fixed term contracts when engaging employees.

The ACNC has published the first resource developed as part of the Secrecy Reforms Project - a summary of a charity registration decision. 

As Giving Tuesday is marked around the world today, ACNC Commissioner Sue Woodward AM says it is wonderful opportunity to consider all the different ways there are to give.