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Contents ActivitiesThe Society provides a varied programme of events, including lectures, recitals and films, group discussions. Friendly and lively discussions are a feature of our meetings which always include refreshments. Wagner’s birthday, 22nd May, is celebrated with a dinner or luncheon each year. AdministrationUnder its Rules, the business of the Society is managed by a Committee comprising a President, Secretary, Treasurer and six other members, all of whom are elected every two years. Information about the Office Bearers and Committee Members is available here: Office Bearers and Committee Members Copyright
Email Addresses Email addresses for contacting the Society: NewsletterThe Society publishes a regular newsletter,“Wagner News” the aim of which is to serve as a source of information about proposed Wagner productions in Australia and around the world, and to provide a forum for discussion and opinion from members. The latest edition of the newsletter is available to members of the Society. It can be viewed here: Newsletters – Members Only Older editions of the newsletter are available for public access. They can be viewed here: Newsletters – Public Access Origins of the SocietyThe Richard Wagner Society was founded in Victoria by a small and dedicated group of enthusiasts in 1981. It was incorporated in 1985. The Society aims to encourage the performance of Wagner’s music and to increase the knowledge and appreciation of his life and works and those of his contemporaries. It provides a focus for lovers of Wagner’s music and opportunities to meet and talk with those of a like mind. The Society is a member of the International Wagner Society, the headquarters of which are in Bayreuth. PatronageThe Society is proud of its record of financial support to Australian productions of Wagner’s operas. Further, one of the Society’s objects is to encourage and assist singers and musicians who display interest in and ability to perform Wagner’s music. To encourage donations to enable the Society to continue its patronage, the Special Productions Fund has been established. Donations to the Fund are tax-deductible. If you wish to make a donation, you can do so here: Donations Postal Address The Society's Postal Address: The Richard Wagner Society Inc. PO Box 7367 Melbourne VIC 3004 Australia PrivacyWe only gather information we need to serve you better and will not, without your consent, sell, share, or rent this information to others in ways different from what is disclosed in this statement except in cases where in good faith we believe that the law requires us to do so, it is necessary to protect The Richard Wagner Society rights and/or property, or if circumstances necessitate acting to protect the personal safety of staff or of the public. Registration as a CharityThe Richard Wagner Society Inc. is a recognised charity and is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). You can view the Society’s details on the ACNC Register at the ACNC web site here: ACNC Register
Registration as an Incorporated AssociationThe Richard Wagner Society Inc. is a not-for-profit organisation. It is registered with the Department of Consumer Affairs, Victoria as an Incorporated Association. The registration number is: A0004004P RulesThe Rules of The Richard Wagner Society are available here: Rules of the Society Taxation StatusTax ConcessionsTHE RICHARD WAGNER SOCIETY INCORPORATED, a Charitable Institution, is endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office to access the following tax concessions: GST Concession – 01 Jul 2005 ABN: 62 057 122 885 DGR StatusTHE RICHARD WAGNER SOCIETY INCORPORATED operates the following funds, authorities or institutions. Gifts to these funds, authorities or institutions are tax deductible.
Recognised CharityThe Richard Wagner Society Inc. is a recognised charity and is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). You can view the Society’s details on the ACNC Register at the ACNC web site here: ACNC Register |
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