Changes to NSW Association Incorporated Legislation September 2022

What are the main Changes?

Model constitution

Changes to include

• clarifying the obligations of entrance fee payments

• clarifying the process of filling casual vacancies by the committee

• allowing associations greater flexibility to conduct business outside of meetings ie telephone and other electronic means

Please find link https://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au/associations-and-co-operatives/associations/starting-an-association/model-constitution

Postal ballots or electronic ballots

• Improvement in operational guidance by clarifying the obligations of committee members

and the returning officer

Reporting

• Financial statements for Tier 1

• Financial Statements for Tier 2

Resolution of disputes

• Require 2 and more members

Special Resolution

• Removed for redundancy

Call our team at Ethical Matters to assist you with the changes!