Commissioner's Column

21 February 2020

In this fortnight's column...

In this edition, the Hon Dr Gary Johns highlights the ACNC's role in helping charities meet the challenges brought about by the recent bushfires. He also announces a further extension to transitional reporting arrangements. 

Bushfire podcasts

We have recently published a series of three podcasts on bushfire donations, covering the importance of donating safely to charities, charity use of funds in disaster relief and  maintaining good governance.

Upcoming webinars

**NEW**Charities and the bushfire disaster response
12 March 2020

Your charity health check
25 March 2020 

Advanced financial reporting for charities
22 April 2020

Overdue 2019 Annual Information Statements

The 2019 Annual Information Statement is now overdue for approximately 7,900 charities that operate on a standard financial year (1 July to 30 June). If your charity is one of them, submit your Annual Information Statement as soon as possible to avoid receiving penalties.