So you want to start a club? Here is a step-by-step guide to help you through the process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do we have to have a written constitution?

No. But it is more business-like and it does ensure that you define your objectives and you can become incorporated.

How do we write a constitution?

The Department of Sport and Recreation publication Establishing Your Club Constitution and Becoming Incorporated provides you with a step-by-step guide to establishing your constitution.

Further information can be found at www.commerce.wa.gov.au or by contacting the Department of Commerce on 1300 30 40 74.

In any case, bear these points in mind:

• keep it simple and short
• make it flexible (by allowing for by-laws)
• state your objectives clearly
• have a wind-up clause (be definite about the distribution of assets should your organisation lapse)

Do we have to incorporate?

No. But it can protect individual members in certain situations and give your organisation the right to sign contracts, lease premises, operate bank accounts and so on.

 

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