Charity News archive

	2 March 2012 - Updated contact information, Audited annual accounts, Koala Park Sanctuary, Fine for unlawful fundraising, Fundraising regulation reform, National Volunteer Week 14-20 May 2012. Read more.
	19 December 2011 - Scammers alert, ID badges what you need to know, tips for stress free renewal of your charitable fundraising authority, OLGR closure period during Christmas and New Year. Read more.
	3 August 2011 - Our new Minister and department, An annual audit – still required of licensed fundraisers, Raffle tickets warning, Nominate a Volunteer of the Year, Renewal applications – a bank reconciliation statement isn't enough. Read more.
	10 December 2010 - Don't misrepresent your organisation!, Secure collection containers, Use a petty cash float, FAQs. Read more.
(86 kb)	12 March 2010 - Investment advice, disclosure and conflict of interests In tough economic times, charities can find a surge in demand for services. Now, more than ever, it’s critical that management committees review their investment strategies to ensure they are sustainable. Read more.
(86 kb)	23 December 2009- Use of e-tickets for housie Recent changes to permit conditions now allow electronic ticket devices to be used in charity housie. Any new electronic machines or devices must be approved by OLGR prior to use. Read more.
(79 kb)	22 October 2009 - Our first reader survey and online fundraising tips Online fundraising is the wave of the future. Already, it is making a dent in direct mail fundraising. Read more.
(50 kb)	24 August 2009 - Vote now for 2009 Volunteer of the year A spate of recent thefts of unattended containers used to collect donations has highlighted security concerns. Read more.
(50 kb)	15 April 2009 - Avoid your donations being stolen! A spate of recent thefts of unattended containers used to collect donations has highlighted security concerns. Read more.
(50 kb)	17 February 2009 - Bushfires highlight need for authorisation As a result of the Victorian bushfires, OLGR has been receiving many calls from charities saying people or organisations wanted to raise funds on their behalf. We are advising charities that they need to authorise individuals and organisations in writing before they can collect any donations. Read more.
(50 kb)	26 November 2008 - Major changes to fundraising Recent changes to the fundraising regulation are changing how charities raise funds and record their fundraising efforts. Now, in certain situations, face-to-face collectors do not have to wear an ID badge. To find out more about this or the other 11 main changes go to: Home > Charitable fundraising > Latest news Read more.