Fees and forms for co-operatives
The fees listed below are correct as at the time of publication. Fees are subject to annual review and may change without notice.
Activity | Form | Fees from 1 July 2024 |
---|---|---|
All amounts are GST exempt | ||
Starting a Co-operative | Form 01 Application for approval of co-operative's rules and formation disclouure statement This form is used to obtain approval of the draft rules and draft formation disclosure statement (if necessary) prior to the formation meeting. | $207.00 $423.00 |
Model rules You can adapt or use these rules as a non-distributing cooperative without share capital. Model rules of non-distributing coop with share capital Model rules of distributing coop with share capital Note: Co-operatives that intend to make significant changes to the model rules or write their own rules should consider seeking professional assistance. Formation disclosure statement You can use the disclosure statement template. | N/A | |
Form 03 Application for registration as a co-operative This form is used to register a co-operative following the formation meeting. | $197.00 | |
Changing the rule forms | Form 30 Co-operative Application for approval of proposed alteration to the rules This form is used to obtain approval to amend rules concerning active membership provisions or conversion from a non-distributing co-operative to a distributing co-operative and vice versa. | $19.90 per rule up to a maximum of $194.00 |
Form 32 Co-operatives application for registration of an alteration of rules This form is used to register a speacial resolution or an amendment to the rules of the co-operative. | $51.00 for amendments to the rules $49.30 for other special resolutions | |
Operating forms | Form 10 Co-operatives annual return to the registrar This form is used by to lodge a co-operative's annual return to the Registrar. | $49.30 Plus late fees:
|
Form 12 Co-operatives application for extension or abridgement of time This form is used to obtain approval for an extension or shortening of specified time frames in which to undertake or complete required activities, including duties required under the co-pperative's rules. | $95.50 | |
Form 13 Co-operatives notice of appointment or cessation of directors and officers This form is used to inform us when a secretary, chief executive officer or directoris appointed or leaves the co-operative. | Nil Plus late fees:
| |
Form 14 Co-operatives change of registered office This form is used to notify of a change to the co-operative’s registered office. | Nil Plus late fees:
| |
Form 24 Notification of resignation, removal or cessation of an auditor This form is used to notify when the co-operative's auditor resign, is removed or ceases to be the auditor of the auditor. | Nil | |
Closure Forms | Form 72 Application for voluntary deregistration of a co-operative This form is used to apply for voluntary deregistration of the co-operative. | $41.00 |
Obtaining information about a co-operative A list is available from registered co-operatives | Form 99A Document request form This form should be used to access documents lodged under the Co-operatives Act 2009 that are available for purchase | |
| $17.80 (uncertified) $37.80 (certified) | |
| $17.80 first page + $1.90 each additional page (up to a maximum of $86.60 per document) | |
| $37.80 + $3.30 each additional page | |
Form 99R – Duplicate (Replacement) Certificate | $51.00 |
Please note there are other items with fees. If you are lodging documents or seeking approval for processes not mentioned in this table, please contact Association and Charities branch for further information.
Lodging a form
Printed forms can completed and then lodged in one of two ways:
Post | In person (including payments) |
---|---|
To: Associations and Charities Branch Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety Locked Bag 100 | Cashiering Services Opening hours: |
From 1 November 2023, we will no longer accept lodgement fees by credit card for co-operative forms submitted by post.
If you intend to pay by credit card, once we receive your form you will be issued with a Payment Number (PN) so that you can make payment using our secure online payment portal.
Alternatively you can take your completed form and pay by credit card in person at our Cannington office or any of our regional offices.
Contact Us
If you need assistance about limited partnerships contact the Associations and Charities branch 8.30am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday (excl. public holidays) via:
- Telephone 1300 30 40 74
- In person: Gordon Stephenson House, Level 2, 140 William Street, Perth