The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) was established on 3 December 2012 as the independent national regulator of charities. One of the objects of the ACNC Act is to “maintain, protect and enhance public trust and confidence in Australian Not-for-profit sector”. This document presents the findings of research into community trust and confidence in...

This paper highlights that men want more flexibility at all stages of their career and they perform better when they have it. We also know a large number of men have considered leaving their current employer due to a lack of flexibility. The problem is most men believe asking for flexibility is a career limiting...

This draft report was released to assist participants in preparing a submission to the commissioned study into Regulator Engagement with Small Business. Members of the public are invited to examine this draft and provide written comment. The deadline for all written responses is Wednesday 14 August 2013. Key points: Small businesses feel the burden of...

This report identifies the enormous, but largely underutilised, potential for solar generation in the world’s sunniest continent. This report provides an overview of the rapidly changing solar industry, including international developments and opportunities for Australia to better utilise and benefit from solar resources in the future. Key findings 1. Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems have become...

This report examines the legal and social risks faced by minors engaging in sexting and the options to address them. On 27 June 2013, the Senate appointed the Select Committee on Cyber Safety to inquire into and report, by 30 August 2013, on options for addressing the issue of sexting by minors. The committee's inquiry...