The Federation is the peak representative body for co-operatives in New South Wales.
A co-operative is an autonomous association of persons united voluntarily to meet their common economic, social and cultural needs and aspirations, through a jointly owned and democratically controlled enterprise.
A corporation is eligible to be a member of the Federation if it is an incorporated entity whose activities are consistent with international co-operative principles.
The member must appoint a person to represent it in all dealings with the Federation.
A corporation is not qualified to be admitted to membership unless the Federation Board has reasonable grounds for believing that it will be an active member. Active membership rules were added to the Co-operatives legislation to ensure that only those members who participate in co-operative activities, in accordance with the Co-operative Principles, should have a say in the control of a co-operative.
Annual fees are due on the anniversary of the approval of membership, which takes place at a meeting of the Board of Directors.
If you have any queries about membership please contact the Assistant Secretary (click here to send an email) or by telephone on 02 4938 5308.
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