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FEDERAL DISCLOSURE WARNING:
Prohibited Donors
Political donations are banned from foreign donors. (i.e. any donor that is not an Australian citizen or resident, or a business with a relevant Australian Business Number)
Disclosure
Under the provisions of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918, disclosure of the details of gifts and donations to the Nationals is subject to a minimum threshold below
which disclosure is not required. The current disclosure threshold amount from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023 is more than $15,200 (and $14,500 in 2021-22) Please note: donations are not refundable.
Further Information
The above is a summary only. For the complete requirements refer to the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918
AEC Website: www.aec.gov.auOnce the $1,080 donation disclosure limit has been reached, any additional donations given in the same financial year to that recipient must also be disclosed. This includes donations that are less than $1,080.

Prohibited Donors
Federal and State legislation prohibits political donations are banned from foreign donors. (i.e. any donor that is not an Australian citizen or resident, or a business with a relevant Australian Business Number)
Limits on Donations
From 25 November 2018, there is a cap of $4,320 from any one donor to any one recipient within an election period. Donors also cannot donate to more than six third party campaigners during the election period. Registered political parties, its endorsed candidates, groups and elected members and its nominated entity are all considered as one recipient for the purpose of the cap.
Further Information
The above is a summary only. For the complete requirements refer to the Electoral Act 2002 (VIC)
VEC Website: www.vec.vic.gov.au