The ACNC's own 67 page submission to the Review published on
19 January 2017 includes some recommendations not anticipated by
the sector.
In particular, ACNC suggests two further objectives for the
ACNC, namely:
- To promote the effective use of the resources of not-for-profit
entities; and
- To enhance the accountability of not-for-profit entities to
donors, beneficiaries and the public.
Some regular commentators in the not-for-profit space have
articulated their view that use of resources and accountability are
matters for the governing body of the not-for-profit entity, and
not for the regulator.
The timing of the ACNC review aligns with the appointment of new
Commissioner, Dr Gary Johns, whose approach is reflected in the
ACNC submission.
