50. Do third parties have to report on election campaign finances?

"206ZC Return of registered promoter’s election expenses

(1)  This section applies to a registered promoter whose total election expenses in respect of any regulated period exceed $100,000 (inclusive of goods and services tax).

(2)  Within 70 working days after polling day, the registered promoter must file a return of election expenses with the Electoral Commission."

Section 206ZC, Electoral Act of 1993

(3)  If the registered promoter is not an individual or a company, the return must be filed by the registered promoter’s representative who is duly authorised to file the return.

(4)  A return filed under subsection (2) must be in the form required by the Electoral Commission. 

Third parties that are "registered promoters" and spend mor ethan $100,000 are required to file a return.