Meet the Regulators

Helping North Queensland’s Community Organisations Navigate Compliance with Confidence

Volunteering North Queensland is pleased to invite charities, not-for-profit organisations, volunteer involving organisations and community groups to Meet the Regulators!

Developed in response to feedback gathered through Volunteering North Queensland’s Stronger Together regional consultation tour, this free event will bring practical compliance information directly to the organisations and volunteers who need it.

Across Regional, Rural and Remote Queensland, organisations have consistently told us they want clearer, practical guidance to help them understand their responsibilities and stay compliant. This roadshow is designed to help address that need.

What Will the Session Cover?

The session will provide practical information and guidance across key areas affecting charities, not-for-profits and community organisations, including:

· Understanding Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) obligations

· Australian Taxation Office (ATO) requirements for charities and not-for-profits

· Office of Fair Trading requirements

· Governance and compliance responsibilities

· Understanding the responsibilities of boards and management committees

· Identifying common compliance gaps and areas for improvement

· Knowing where to go for reliable information, guidance and support

Both sessions are intended to cover the same core information, allowing participants to choose the time that best suits their work and volunteering commitments.

The roadshow concept has been developed following discussions with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and the compliance needs identified by organisations participating in Volunteering North Queensland’s regional consultations.

Guest Speakers from agencies include the:

• Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)

• Australian Taxation Office (ATO)

• Office of Fair Trading (OFT)

• Blue Card Services

Who Should Attend?

• This event is ideal for:

• Charities and not-for-profit organisations

• Volunteer involving organisations

• Incorporated associations

• Community groups and clubs

• Board and management committee members

• Chairs, Treasurers and Secretaries

• CEOs, managers and coordinators

• Volunteer managers

• taff and volunteers responsible for governance, administration or compliance

Whether you’re an experienced committee member or have recently joined a community organisation, this session will help you better understand the compliance landscape and the responsibilities that come with running a charity or community organisation.

NOTICE OF FILMING AND PHOTOGRAPHY by purchasing a ticket, you consent to being photographed, filmed, and recorded by Volunteering North Queensland and its affiliates. How we use media: Images, video, and audio recordings may be used for marketing, social media, websites, and promotional materials. Your choices: If you do not wish to be recorded, please inform our staff at the registration desk before entering. We will guide you to a designated camera-free seating zone. Thank you for your cooperation!