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Managing conflicts of interest

The decision makers for a licensed charitable collector have a responsibility to ensure that public monies raised for charitable purposes are used efficiently and effectively for the benefit of the organisation as opposed to individuals. Managing conflicts of interest is integral to maintaining...
Charity licence requirements
17 Jul 2020

Charity licensing conditions

All licences issued under the Charitable Collections Act 1946 (the Act ) are subject to standard conditions imposed by the Commissioner for Consumer Protection (the Commissioner). A failure by an organisation to comply with these conditions may result in the charitable collections licence being...
Charity licence requirements
17 Jul 2020

Consumer Protection Awards FAQ

Nominating for a Consumer Protection Award The frequently asked questions below provide some helpful information about the Consumer Protection Awards such as the essential entry requirements, how to apply for an award and the judging process. When do nominations open and close? Nominations open and...
Consumer Protection Awards
15 Jul 2020

Charity licensing reforms 2020

Financial reporting exemptions for ACNC registered charities Licence holders who are also registered charities with the ACNC will no longer be required to submit an annual statement to Consumer Protection or provide a copies of financial reports. This exemption will be conditional on the licence...
Charity licence requirements
24 Jun 2020

COVID-19 coronavirus - Advice for incorporated associations and clubs

The Commissioner for Consumer Protection has issued the following general information to guide incorporated associations and clubs: Keep up-to-date with advice issued by the Department of Health about measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus and respond accordingly. Review the need to...
Running an association
26 Mar 2020

Vaping - Frequently asked questions

This page contains frequently asked questions about vaping. Is vaping hazardous? Yes, vaping can be hazardous. The nature of the hazard will depend upon factors such as the liquid used in the e-cigarette and the health status of the individual. In 2019, there were 2290 cases of lung injury...
Smoking
14 Feb 2020

When the model rules apply

The rules of every incorporated association and club are required to include all of the 19 matters listed in Schedule 1 of the Associations Incorporation Act 2015 . From 1 July 2019, when an association’s rules do not address a Schedule 1 requirement then certain clauses from the prescribed model...
Running an association
07 May 2019

Resources for family and domestic violence support services

Case studies shared by tenant advocates from a community legal centre are availble on the Safe Tenancy WA page. Factsheets and useful information Safe Tenancy WA poster Department of Communities - family and domestic violence support and advice and disaster and emergency support services Find a...
Safe tenancy
11 Apr 2019

Report of the Inquiry into Wage Theft in Western Australia

The WA Government announced the Inquiry into Wage Theft in Western Australia in January 2019. The Inquiry was undertaken by Mr Tony Beech, former Chief Commissioner of the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission. The WA Government released the Report of the Inquiry into Wage Theft in...
Inquiry into Wage Theft
01 Feb 2019

Financial reporting requirements

A licence holder must keep accurate records of its charitable collections activities. These collection records must include: Accounts setting out the money and goods collected or received by the collector for a charitable purpose; and Statements setting out the way the money and goods collected or...
Charity licence requirements
04 Sep 2018

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Voluntary cancellation of a charitable collections licence

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Who needs to use this This form should be used to voluntarily cancel an existing charitable collections licence. This form is not to be used by organisations moving from one legal structure to...
Consumer Protection
Form – notification
01 Jul 2020

Change of circumstances (for charitable collections licence holders)

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Form last updated 30 July 2020 Who needs to use this This form should be used to notify the Commissioner for Consumer Protection (Commissioner) of any changes to a charitable collections licence...
Consumer Protection
Form – notification
30 Jul 2020

Mentally healthy workplaces: Podcasts and videos

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The WorkSafe mental health and wellbeing inspectors have developed a series of resources on workplace mental health and wellbeing. The concepts presented may assist workplaces to discuss, consult,...
WorkSafe
Information
04 Dec 2023

COVID-19 coronavirus guide for workers: Looking after your mental health

While it is reasonable to be concerned about the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, there are a number of actions you can take to look after your mental health during this challenging time. Access...
WorkSafe
Information
16 Sep 2022

COVID-19 coronavirus guidance for PCBUs: Looking after worker mental health

It is reasonable for workers to experience increased worry, anxiety and stress about the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. Managing the risk to mental health during this time means workers will have...
WorkSafe
Information
04 Dec 2023

What to do if a worker has COVID-19

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Safe Work Australia has created an easy to follow infographic to advise workplaces on the steps they should take if a worker comes down with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19.
WorkSafe
Information
23 Sep 2021

Western Australian framework and strategy for the prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal disorders

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The Western Australian strategy and framework for the prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal disorders are intended as useful resources for stakeholders who can influence...
WorkSafe
Information
11 Feb 2020

ThinkSafe magazine

ThinkSafe is WorkSafe’s flagship online publication for workplace safety and health in Western Australia. ThinkSafe magazine - May 2023 ThinkSafe magazine - July 2022 ThinkSafe magazine - September...
WorkSafe
Newsletter
09 Jun 2023

(Archived) Review Process Summary – Develop Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia

THIS DOCUMENT IS NO LONGER CURRENT AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE FOR HISTORICAL PURPOSES ONLY. The public comment period on the Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia closed on 26...
WorkSafe
Information
12 Nov 2021

Safe Tenancy WA poster and factsheet

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Renters affected by family and domestic violence (FDV) can: Go Exit a tenancy agreement without going to court, with as little as 7 days’ notice. S tay Remove a perpetrator’s name from a lease by...
Consumer Protection
Poster
13 Dec 2022

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