These information sheets should not be relied on as legal advice and nor do they provide a comprehensive statement of the legislation. To obtain a better understanding of the relevant laws, it is advisable to refer to the Act and Regulations.

The Associations Incorporation Act 1987 and Associations Incorporation Regulations 1988 are
intended to provide for the incorporation of associations in WA and the regulation of their affairs. The Department of Commerce, and in particular the Commissioner for Consumer Protection, has the responsibility to administer the Act and Regulations on behalf of the Government.

Copies of the Act and Regulations can be obtained from the State Law Publisher Ground Floor, 10 William Street, Perth, WA Ph: (08) 9426 0000.

The Act and Regulations also can be viewed on the State Law Publisher’s website, go to “Online Publications” and then “Western Australian Statutes”.

Forms and publications

A comprehensive kit of forms and publications for associations

Application for incorporation - forms and information sheets

Change of name, rules or objects

Wind up voluntarily

Extension of time to hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Applications for copies of documents

Update contact information

Running an incorporated association

Complaints about incorporated associations

Schedule of fees

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INC. Guide

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