The Incorporated Societies Act Changes: Re-register or risk closure: What your society needs to do now

Date: April 2

Time: 10am to 11.30am

On Zoom

Presenter: Carol Scholes (Overview Effect)

Cost: $45

Overview

The new Incorporated Societies Act has come into force, bringing significant changes for membership societies and associations. All existing incorporated societies must re-register by 5 April 2026—failure to do so will result in your society ceasing to exist. This means organisations must act now to ensure compliance and continuity.

Key Takeaways

Understand the key changes under the new Act and what they mean for your society.
Learn the steps required for re-registration and why the process takes time.
Get clarity on how to consult with your members and update your constitution.

Why Attend?

Avoid closure—ensure your society continues to operate legally.
Prepare for the transition—gain expert guidance on re-registering smoothly.
Engage with members—learn best practices for consulting your society.

Who Should Attend?

This session is essential for:
✔️ Board and committee members of incorporated societies or those thinking about this.
✔️ Managers and administrators handling governance and compliance.
✔️ Anyone responsible for ensuring their organisation meets legal requirements.

Don’t wait—join us online to ensure your society is prepared for the future!

Feedback from previous attendees:

“Everything was very well explained with living examples - great presenter. Also the slides are very helpful.”

“A Competent engaging speaker.”

“This was very succinct and the slides will be very useful for reference and as supporting material to help inform inc soc members as part of consultation process.”