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Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission

Treasury
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.

Current single executive appointments

Position Appointee Start Date End Date
Commissioner Ms Ms. Susan Woodward 12 December 2022 11 December 2027
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