Who is excluded from the definition of a lobbyist?
A lobbyist does not include any person, company or organisation engaging in lobbying activities on their own behalf rather than for a client. The following are not defined as a lobbyist under the code: • (a) charitable, religious and other organisations or funds that are endorsed as deductible gift recipients • (b) non-profit associations or organisations constituted to represent the interests of their members that are not endorsed as deductible gift recipients • (c) individuals making representations on behalf of relatives or friends about their personal affairs • (d) members of trade delegations visiting Australia • (e) persons who are registered under an Australian Government scheme regulating the activities of members of that profession, such as registered tax agents, customs brokers, company auditors and liquidators, provided that their dealings with Government representatives are part of the normal day to day work of people in that profession • (f) members of professions, such as
