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The ACNC is the independent national regulator of charities in Australia. The official page of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).

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02/11/2026

Strong governance doesn't happen by accident.

At the ACNC's Governing for Good Forum, Trish Blake, Commissioner for Consumer Protection WA, highlighted why charities need robust checks and balances, diverse perspectives and appropriate oversight at the board level.

▶️ Watch this session and explore all Governing for Good Forum sessions here 👉 https://ow.ly/S4Rs5100nA5

30/10/2026

Charity regulators from nine nations, including the ACNC, have issued a joint communique after coming together in Ireland for a two-day meeting on 19 and 20 October.

Representatives and Heads of Regulators from Australia, Canada, England and Wales, Ireland, Isle of Man, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Singapore – with a representative of the National Association of State Charity Officials in the United States – met to discuss challenges and matters of current relevance and interest to the sector.

Read more: https://ow.ly/NTiq5102k2b

30/10/2026

Cyber threats continue to evolve, and charities need to be alert to the risks.

Charities often hold sensitive information about donors, volunteers, staff and the people who use their services. Taking steps to protect that information and having a plan for when things go wrong are important parts of good governance.

The Australian Signals Directorate's latest Annual Cyber Threat Report is a timely reminder to review your charity’s cyber security.

🔐 Our Governance Toolkit: Cyber security includes practical guidance, a cyber security checklist and assessment, and templates to help charities manage cyber risks 👉 https://ow.ly/wbMn5102iKv

💻 Charities can also join the Australian Department of Home Affairs’ Not-for-Profit Cyber Uplift Community of Practice to access free support, resources, learning opportunities and advice from cyber experts 👉 https://ow.ly/As0b5102iQx

29/10/2026

Our guidance answers some common questions about what charities can and can’t do when campaigning and advocating.

Read more 👉 https://ow.ly/QBIy50ZZzly

28/10/2026

Why does trust matter so much in the charity sector?

According to Rowan Fox, Deputy Commissioner for Small Business at the ATO, trust gives Australians the confidence to donate, knowing their contributions are being used for their intended purpose.

Take a listen to this key insight and more from the ACNC’s Governing for Good Forum 👉 https://ow.ly/I63Y50ZZz23

26/10/2026

The ACNC 2025–26 Annual Report has been tabled in Parliament, detailing significant achievements and sector growth. The report shows the sector grew in 2025–26, with increases in the number of charities, volunteers, employees and annual revenue.

Read more 👉 https://ow.ly/lGYm5100R2m

22/10/2026

✅ The ACNC website and Charity Register are back online following earlier technical issues.

Thank you for your patience while we worked to resolve the issue.

21/10/2026

⚠️The ACNC website and Charity Register are currently experiencing technical issues. We’re working to resolve this as quickly as possible and will provide an update as soon as it’s back online.

Thank you for your patience.

21/10/2026

We are seeking Communications and Media Officers (APS 4 and 5), a Senior Communications and Media Officer (APS 6) and a Communications and Media Lead (EL 1) to join our Education and Public Affairs Team.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from people of all ages and genders including First Nations peoples, people with disability or neurodiversity, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTI+ community.

Applications close 11pm (AEDT) Friday 30 October.

Apply today 👉 https://ow.ly/TSgj50ZZyVx

19/10/2026

Our charity registration self-assessment tool supports the registration experience of prospective charities, while making it easier for existing charities to verify their ongoing entitlement. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Ig3f50T4G23

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GPO Box 5108
Melbourne, VIC
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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+61132262

Website

http://www.acnc.gov.au/

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