4.5. Office of Fair Trading (OFT) Reporting

The annual return is a document that provides information about the club/ branch activities and finances over the past year, and is used by the OFT to monitor compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This information is submitted online and It is important for not-for-profits to submit their annual return on time and ensure that all information provided is accurate and complete, in order to maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

• The Office of Fair Trading will send you the applicable forms or you can complete these online.
  • The form is to be completed and submitted with the fee payable
• Copy of the lodgement must be submitted to your relevant Branch

OFT reporting typically includes details such as:

• The Club/ Branches’ legal name, registered address, and contact details.
• Names and contact details of the club/branches office bearers and committee members.
• Financial statements, including income and expenses, assets and liabilities, and details of any significant financial transactions.
• Details of any changes to the club/branches constitution, regulations, or governance structure.
• A declaration that the club/branch has complied with relevant laws and regulations, including those related to fundraising and charity activities.
  

For support on how to lodge your Annual Return, please go to Lodging your association’s annual return.