Record keeping and compliance

Record keeping and compliance

The ECQ is responsible for administering and enforcing the Electoral Act 1992, which includes penalties for election participants who breach their disclosure obligations.

Broadcasters and publishers must keep comprehensive and accurate records relating to election advertising for 5 years. They are subject to audit procedures and compliance activities conducted by the ECQ. There are substantial penalties for not complying with record keeping responsibilities and obligations.

Links to further information:

• State fact sheet 4 – Record keeping requirements
• State fact sheet 29 – Funding and disclosure information for broadcasters and publishers