See ACNC media releases and news items, and the latest Commissioner’s Column.
Journalists can contact our media team at media@acnc.gov.au or on 0481 456 411.
This media guide provides an overview for journalists about the ACNC’s role as Australia’s charity sector regulator, explains what information we can provide to the media and the public, and answers some frequently asked questions.
Commissioner's Column
Trust is currency
In her first Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM thanks everyone for the warm welcome to her new role and reflects on the important role the Charity Register plays in enhancing public trust and confidence in the charity sector.
News
‘Fully consider the risks and benefits’: new guidance on crypto-assets
The ACNC is urging charities to fully consider the risks and benefits before accepting donations of crypto-assets, or investing in crypto-assets.
Commissioner's Column
It’s all about purpose
In her final Commissioner's Column as acting Commissioner, Deborah Jenkins talks about what she's learnt in her time in the role, the importance of purpose and conveys her best wishes for the future.
News
Amid data leaks and scams, public urged to be careful when giving to charity this festive season
The ACNC is urging everyone to be generous but cautious before they donate to charity this Christmas and festive season. Acting Commissioner Deborah Jenkins said data breaches and fake charities are on the rise, making it more important than ever to do a quick check of the Charity Register before giving.
News
'A significant milestone': the ACNC’s 10th anniversary
A celebration marking the 10th anniversary of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) was held at the Koorie Heritage Trust in Melbourne on Friday. Acting Commissioner, Deborah Jenkins recognised the vital contribution of charities to the Australian community and described the anniversary as a significant milestone.
News
ACNC charity data: a comprehensive and valuable resource for the sector
Charities make a significant financial and social contribution to communities in Australia and overseas. The charity sector is also complex and data about the work that charities do can provide insights to help charities, donors, governments, researchers, and the community better understand the sectors diversity, work, financial status, and sustainability.
News
Australian Government announces new ACNC Commissioner
Sue Woodward AM has been appointed as Commissioner of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) for a five-year period commencing on 12 December, 2022. Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities and Treasury the Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP announced the appointment.
News
Hundreds of charities lose registration for repeatedly failing to report
Disappointingly, the ACNC has had to revoke the registration of over 550 charities in the past week because they failed over successive years to complete their annual reporting to ACNC.
Commissioner's Column
The ACNC's contributions to a diverse charity sector
I have had the privilege to lead the ACNC as acting Commissioner from 1 August this year, until the permanent Commissioner is appointed.
I would like to take this opportunity to outline for the new Committee the scope of the ACNC’s work and the scale of the sector it oversees.
I would like to take this opportunity to outline for the new Committee the scope of the ACNC’s work and the scale of the sector it oversees.
News
Scams Awareness Week: Beware of fake charity scams
Acting Commissioner Deborah Jenkins is urging the public to beware of fake charity scams, as new Scamwatch data shows more than 600 reports of such scams have been received in 2022 so far.