- Why are advertising laws relevant to community organisations?
- What you need to know about advertising laws in Australia
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Special laws and codes in Australia apply to all advertising, including advertising by not-for-profits and community organisations, as well as to fundraising activities.
The laws of advertising apply to traditional advertising like TV commercials and newspaper advertisements, but also extend to signage, social media and even conversations.
- Australian Consumer Law including misleading or deceptive representations, unconscionable conduct and harassment
- advertising and the Australian Association of National Advertisers and Ad Standards, specific media-based rules and intellectual property, and
- online and email advertising
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Remember that when advertising relates to regulated activities, additional requirements can apply, including fundraising, trade promotions, and raffles and minor gaming
