ArticleBudgeting and structuring not-for-profit organisationsThe budgeting process is the time for NFPs to deal with any potential financial problems before they happen.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringWorrells
ArticleChanges to .au domain name registration affecting businesses & charitiesThe .au Domain Administration Rules: Licensing published by auDA govern the licensing of Australian domain names.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyClifford Gouldson Lawyers
ArticleCommunity & Associations NewsletterThis edition provides details on COVID-19 related measures for charities and not-for-profit entities during the pandemic.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCarroll & O'Dea
ArticleAustralian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission - recent developmentsLast month, June 2013 saw a number of significant milestones in the development of the ACNC.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMoore Australia
ArticleCommunity & Associations Newsletter – June 2024Changes to income tax reporting requirements for not-for-profit organisations will be implemented on 1/7/24 - summary here.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCarroll & O'Dea
ArticleCrowd-Funding: What do you need to know as a charity, donor and fundraiser?Explains the importance of crowd-funding & what charities, donors & fundraisers need to know about it.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCarroll & O'Dea
ArticleNot so charitable - NSW bushfire appealDo your research before you donate and do not just buy into the hype, emotion or marketing messaging presented to you.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawTravis Schultz & Partners
ArticleOverseas activities: two things charities should knowATO Draft Ruling TR2018/D1 has a useful explanation of the 'in Australia' requirement for tax exemption for non-DGRs.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawBartier Perry Solicitors
ArticleCharity redefined: Broader scope for charities?On 11 May 2011, the ATO issued draft Ruling TR 2011/D2 (Draft Ruling) and a Decision Impact Statement (Decision Impact Statement) setting out their views in relation to the Aid/Watch caseAustraliaAccounting and AuditGadens Lawyers
ArticleAre not-for-profit organisations covered by the new anti-bullying laws?The answer to the question as to whether NFP organisations are covered by new anti-bullying laws is a definite "maybe".AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCarroll & O'Dea
ArticleAustralian charities and not-for-profits commission bill 2012The Government has referred the next draft of the ACNC Bill to the House of Representatives committee.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCarroll & O'Dea
ArticleAustralian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission Bill 2012This article includes preliminary comments, as the bill has been referred to a Standing Committee for further review.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCarroll & O'Dea
ArticleChanges to the regulatory framework for charitable investment fundraisersWhen raising funds for a charity, you must know rules and restrictions that apply to investment fundraising activities.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawSparke Helmore Lawyers
ArticleFinancial reporting by charities - are you ready?Many charities in Australia will soon be required for the first time to report their financial results to the public.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMoore Australia
ArticleKey dates for charities and not-for-profits under the new Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)The article includes a summary of key dates that all not-for-profits should be aware of in relation to the new ACNC.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCooper Grace Ward
ArticleUpdate on the "In Australia" testThe "In Australia" test now states an entity cannot be income tax exempt unless it operates principally in Australia.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCarroll & O'Dea
ArticleACNC replacement optionsForums have been conducted in capital cities to allow interested groups to discuss the ACNC replacements Options Paper.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCarroll & O'Dea
ArticleAustralian charities & not for profits commission bill 2012Assistant Treasurer David Bradbury introduced all three bills in the House of Representatives on 23 August 2012.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawCarroll & O'Dea
ArticleAustralia's first Charities and Not for Profit Regulator - is your organisation readyThe ACNC aims to be a one-stop-shop for charities to streamline regulatory and reporting interactions with government. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMills Oakley Lawyers