The Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (ACNC) is the independent national regulator of charities. The ACNC has been set up to achieve the following objectives:
- maintain, protect and enhance public trust and confidence in the sector through increased accountability and transparency
- support and sustain a robust, vibrant, independent and innovative not-for-profit sector
- promote the reduction of unnecessary regulatory obligations on the sector.
The ACNC Commissioner's position is established by section 110-5 of the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission Act 2012.
Further information
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Type of Body
E. Statutory office holder, offices and committees
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission Act 2012, section 105-5
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Paid Members?
Yes
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Max No. of Board/Committee Members
1
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Classification
B. Secondary statutory structure
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Function Categorization
Executive Management
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
GPO Box 5108
Melbourne VIC 3001
Australia
Current single executive appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
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| Commissioner | Ms Ms. Susan Woodward | 12 December 2022 | 11 December 2027 |
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