See ACNC media releases and news items, and the latest Commissioner’s Column.
Journalists can contact our media team directly on 0466 089 108 or media@acnc.gov.au.
This media guide provides an overview for journalists about of 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.
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Statement from Tony Stuart – ACNC Advisory Board Chair
Chair of the ACNC Advisory Board Tony Stuart raises concerns about recent comments in the media in regards to new Board appointments.
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New RSL SA board commits to resolving charity regulator’s concerns
Following an investigation into the operations of RSL SA, which highlighted serious governance and financial management concerns, the national regulator has entered into a Compliance Agreement with the charity’s new board.
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Letter to the Editor -The Australian - Charity pocketed $1.8m in donations
“Charity pocketed $1.8m in donations” (10 June 2017) stated that the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission failed to act on a concern about the AFG Charities Trust in 2012.
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ACNC hosting faith-based charity roundtables around Australia
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is travelling the country over the next few months to meet with a variety of faith-based organisations around Australia.
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275 new charities registered in May 2017
News Article 275 new charities registered in May 2017
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Donating during Ramadan
The ACNC wishes those observing Ramadan this month peace, prosperity and good health.
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Charities warned to watch out for scam emails
Charities warned to watch out for scam emails
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Donating to those affected by Cyclone Debbie
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is encouraging Australians to donate to registered charities in the wake of Cyclone Debbie.
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Charities and responsible use of data
The ACNC today published a guide to help charities consider the issues of information and data management.
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New charity data available on data.gov.au
Data from more than 46,000 registered charities’ 2015 Annual Information Statements, including financial data, was uploaded today to data.gov.au as part of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission’s (ACNC) commitment to open data.