BLA - Introduction agents

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The Introduction Agents Act 1997 covers people and corporations that, as a business, provide or offer to provide an introduction service by undertaking to match individuals for personal relationships or social outings.

Some people who supply dating services are excluded from the Act, such as not-for-profit introductions for a community purpose or otherwise. People who publish or otherwise supply details of people seeking relationships (information providers) are not covered if the following criteria are met:

People can obtain details of potential partners without directly contacting the information provider;
People receiving or submitting information are not obliged to use the service again; and
Services are provided for a fee of less than $100.

For more information about what providing an introduction service means, see part two of the Introduction Agents Act 1997 and the Introduction Agents Regulations 1998.

You must submit a Notice of Intention To Act As An Introduction Agent to the Business Licensing Authority at least thirty days before setting up an introduction agency.

Australian Corporations Legislation
If you intend to operate a business through a company, you need to be aware of both the Director's and Company Secretary's responsibilities under the Australian Corporations Legislation. Visit the Australian Securities & Investments Commission website to find out more about the legislation requirements.

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