The peak body for philanthropy in Australia has changed its governance structure in hopes of creating a stronger, more inclusive membership environment. A special …
More than 100 Australian directors and governance leaders have received scholarships aimed at improving the not-for-profit sector’s governance capacity. The Australian…
The idea of cooperative governance in the platform economy is not so far-fetched, write Simel Esim and Waltteri Katajamaki from the International Labour Organization…
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission will work with RSL National to restore confidence and “rectify serious governance failures” uncovered by a …
It is critical for the board of a not for profit endorsed as a DGR to understand their organisation’s DGR tax concession, writes Joelle Tabone from HLB Mann Judd Melbourne,…
The national charity regulator is taking a more proactive approach to compliance, according to its latest annual report which reveals it addressed more public concerns…
The governance challenges facing faith-based organisations are coming under scrutiny in an upcoming conference set to coincide with the delivery of the report of the …
A charity run by convicted money launderer Carl Trad has had its charity status revoked by the national charity regulator, following investigations into its activities…
Outgoing commissioner of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Susan Pascoe AM, has been appointed head of the newly formed Community Directors Council.…
Not for profits are at risk of being exploited by money launderers and supporters of terrorism, according to Australia’s first risk assessment of charities.Australia’s…
The national regulator has entered into a compliance agreement with the new board of the Returned Services League (RSL) South Australia following an investigation into…
Reports of poor practice in the charity sector often stem from poor governance and can damage trust and lead to disproportionate responses, writes Elizabeth Proust AO,…