A register of associations is available on the Consumer and Business Services (CBS) website and includes:
- the name of the association
- registration number
- public officer's name.
You can also request copies of documents that have been lodged by an association with CBS.
You can request certified or uncertified copies of:
- an extract
- the rules of an association
- a periodic return
- a certificate of incorporation.
There is a fee for each type of document requested.
You can also request documents of deregistered associations for the same fee.
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Types of documents
An extract is a document containing current and historical information about a company. It includes:
- registration details about the organisation
- contact details of the organisation, including address history
- the current and past public officers
- history of documents submitted
- other basic information.
A 'certified' document means that it has been certified as a true copy by CBS. This may be a requirement for certain application processes.
How long documents are held
The commission is required to keep certain documents for a set amount of time.
| Any periodic returns, and any attachments, that have been lodged | 7 years |
| Any documents that have been lodged or registered | 10 years |
| Any documents relating to an association incorporated under the old system where the association has been dissolved or involuntarily dissolved. | 10 years |
| Rules and amendments to rules | Forever |
Contact CBS Associations and Cooperatives
Email: associations@sa.gov.au
Phone: 131 882
Post:
GPO Box 1719
Adelaide SA 5001
You can also book an appointment with the Associations Team for further assistance.
