Associations

Business Affairs regulates incorporated associations through the Associations Act. Incorporated associations are a simple and inexpensive means of establishing a legal entity. This is an alternative to forming, for example a company limited by guarantee or a co-operative, and is particularly suitable for small, community based groups. The incorporation of an association provides a limited liability for its members. Business Affairs maintains publicly available information on Associations including the public register of Associations, financial statements, constitutions, and the name and address of the Public Officer.

Licensing, Regulation and Alcohol Strategy (LRAS) administers and enforces the Northern Territory's regulatory regimes for gaming, wagering, liquor, kava, tobacco, private security, business affairs, associations administration, licensing under the Consumer Affairs and Fair Trading Act, agents licensing and escort agencies. LRAS also develops and implements strategies for reducing alcohol supply, consumption and resultant harm.