Changing a co-operative’s name
A change of a co-operative’s name requires approval by way of a special resolution. The co-operative should also amend its rules to reflect the change. Go to the registering a co-operative page for information regarding the requirements for a co-operative’s name.
If the resolution is passed, send the following to the Registrar within 28 days:
- a C9 Application for Name Change with the relevant lodgement fee form
- the current certificate of registration
- a C10 Application to Register Rule Amendment form PDF, 1214.86 KB
- with the relevant lodgement fee.
The name change and amendment to the rules do not have any effect until they are registered.
Changing a co-operative’s rules
For information on how a co-operative can change its rules see the co-operatives rules page.
Address change
Co-operatives are required to notify the Registrar within 28 days of changing its registered address or postal address by lodging a C8A - Notice of change of registered office address form.
There is no fee for this application but late lodgement fees apply.
Online lodgment or print form.
Change of directors or officers
Co-operatives must notify the Registrar within 28 days if any of the following officers are appointed, change their position in the co-operative, change their name or if their appointment ceases:
- director
- secretary
- chief executive officer
Notice is given by lodging a C8 – Notice of change of details of co-operative officers form.
There is no fee for lodging this form, however late lodgement fees apply.
Resignation or removal of auditor
Auditors of large co-operatives must apply in writing to the Registrar for consent to resign as an auditor. The resignation of an auditor of a small co-operative does not require the consent of the Registrar.
All co-operatives must send a copy of any notice to remove its auditor to the auditor and the Registrar as soon as possible after receipt of such notice.
All co-operatives must lodge a C14 Notice of Resignation Removal or Cessation of Auditor form within 14 days after:
- the removal from office of an auditor, or
- the receipt of a notice of resignation from an auditor
Small co-operatives are not required by the CNL to have their financial statements audited.
Small co-operatives may be required to have an audit under their rules.
Need more information?
Contact:
Registry and Accreditation
Free Call: 1800 502 042
PO Box 22
Bathurst NSW 2795