澳大利亚粤商会章程
第一章 总则
名称：
中文：澳大利亚粤商会
英文：Australian Guangdong Chamber of Commerce
性质：非盈利性社会团体，主要由全澳粤籍华人组成。
宗旨：服务会员，维护正当权益，促进中澳经济发展与文化交流，发挥桥梁和纽带作用。
注册地：澳大利亚新南威尔士州悉尼。
第二章 职能
(一) 加强全澳华人之间的交流与合作，通过网站、刊物、讲座、研讨会等各种渠道，交流经验 共享资源，并为会员在澳开拓业务提供咨询服务，同时通过其在各地分会开展工作；
(二) 加强与澳大利亚政府. 商界的沟通，反映会员企业的愿望和要求，代表会员与澳方交涉经济商务等方面的相关事宜，维护会员合法权益，举办或组织参加各种旨在促进中资企业与澳大利亚政府. 商界交流的活动，促进中澳经济贸易关系的发展；
(三) 加强与中国各级政府机构、 商会、企业的联系，介绍澳大利亚投资环境和相关法律，为会员在澳立足、 发展提供服务，增进会员间的良好合作；
(四) 开展同国内外有关机构、团体的友好往来，促进国际交流与合作；
(五) 办理政府有关部门和会员委托的其他事项。
第三章 会员
申请条件和义务：
长期居住在澳大利亚的华侨华人，遵守当地法律法规。
认同并遵守本会章程，热心支持和参与本会工作。
提供本会所需的个人与企业情况资料，维护本会权益和声誉。
加入程序：
填写并提交入会申请表，提交合法登记文件复印件，经审核合格后发给会员证。
会员权利：
选举权、被选举权和表决权。
享受本会提供的服务，参加本会活动，提出意见和建议。
有退会自由。
退会程序：书面通知本会秘书处并交回会员证。若有严重违反章程行为，将终止会员资格并收回会员证书。
第四章 组织机构和负责人产生、罢免
最高权力机构：会员大会，职权包括制定和修改章程、选举和罢免会长、审议工作和财务报告等。
会员大会：每年召开一次，特殊情况需提前或延期，须经常务会议表决通过。
会长和执行会长：每届任期三年，可连选连任两届。
其他职务：设常务副会长、副会长、副秘书长等，秘书长主持日常工作。
第五章 资产管理、使用规则
经费来源：会员费和捐助。
会费缴纳：每年100澳元，会员可自愿捐款作为会务开支。
经费使用：用于会务活动、会员活动和日常开支。
终止和清算：经会员大会表决通过，并报政府有关部门审查同意后成立清算组织，清理债权债务，处理善后事宜。
第六章 章程修改
修改程序：需经会员大会审议通过，三分之二以上与会会员通过方为有效决议。
解释权：归总商会常务会议。
第七章 法律诉讼
法律适用：本会任何纠纷按澳大利亚法律法规执行。
Constitution of the Australian Guangdong Chamber of Commerce
Chapter I – General Provisions
Name:
Nature:
AGCC is a non-profit social organization primarily composed of Chinese Australians of Guangdong origin across the country.
Purpose:
To serve its members, safeguard their legitimate rights and interests, promote economic development and cultural exchange between China and Australia, and act as a bridge for bilateral cooperation.
Registered Location:
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Chapter II – Functions
To strengthen exchanges and cooperation among Chinese Australians through websites, publications, lectures, seminars, and other channels, share experiences and resources, and provide consulting services to support members in business development across Australia, including through local branches.
To enhance communication with the Australian government and business community, convey the aspirations and concerns of member enterprises, represent members in business-related affairs, and organize or participate in activities that promote dialogue between Chinese-funded enterprises and the Australian government or industry bodies, thereby fostering bilateral trade relations.
To strengthen connections with Chinese government agencies, chambers of commerce, and enterprises by promoting Australia's investment environment and legal framework, assisting members in settling and growing locally, and facilitating cooperation among members.
To engage in friendly interactions with relevant institutions and organizations both domestically and internationally, and promote international collaboration and exchange.
To handle other matters entrusted by relevant government departments and members.
Chapter III – Membership
Eligibility & Responsibilities:
Must be long-term residents of Australia of Chinese descent, abiding by local laws and regulations.
Must agree to and comply with the Constitution, and actively support and participate in Chamber activities.
Must provide required individual and corporate information, and safeguard the Chamber’s rights and reputation.
Application Procedure:
Applicants shall complete and submit the membership application form along with copies of valid registration documents. Upon approval, a membership certificate will be issued.
Member Rights:
Right to vote, be elected, and participate in decision-making.
Right to access services and participate in activities of the Chamber.
Right to provide feedback and make suggestions.
Right to withdraw membership voluntarily.
Withdrawal & Expulsion:
Members may resign via written notice and return their membership certificate. In cases of serious violation of the Constitution, membership will be revoked and the certificate reclaimed.
Chapter IV – Organizational Structure & Appointment Procedures
Supreme Authority:
The General Assembly of Members, which holds the authority to formulate and amend the Constitution, elect or remove the President, and review work and financial reports.
General Assembly:
Held annually. In special circumstances, early or delayed sessions may be called, subject to the approval of the Executive Council.
President and Executive President:
Serve a three-year term and may be re-elected for up to two consecutive terms.
Other Positions:
Includes Executive Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents, Deputy Secretary-Generals, etc. The Secretary-General manages daily operations.
Chapter V – Financial Management and Use of Assets
Sources of Funding:
Membership fees and voluntary donations.
Annual Membership Fee:
AUD 100. Members may contribute additional donations voluntarily to support operations.
Use of Funds:
Primarily for administrative operations, member services, and event activities.
Dissolution and Liquidation:
The Chamber may be dissolved upon approval of the General Assembly and relevant government departments. A liquidation committee will be formed to settle debts and finalize outstanding matters.
Chapter VI – Amendments to the Constitution
Amendment Procedures:
Proposals must be approved by the General Assembly with at least two-thirds of members present voting in favor.
Right of Interpretation:
Belongs to the Executive Council of the Chamber.
Chapter VII – Legal Jurisdiction
Applicable Laws:
All legal matters involving the Chamber shall be governed in accordance with the laws and regulations of Australia.