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Super viewed as lifeboat by Aussies: Survey

CHLOE WALKER  |  MONDAY, 15 JAN 2024
... November, found that almost two-thirds of Australians believe super makes them feel more confident about their financial wellbeing. This is despite over half (54%) saying they are currently financially struggling. The survey found close to 40% of Australians ...

Final QAR reforms open door to super funds

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  THURSDAY, 7 DEC 2023
... affordable, accessible financial guidance and we are excited at the potential these changes have to improve financial wellbeing for more Australians." "We've needed a broad advice continuum that considers the needs of many and reaches more people. ...

New chair named for Future Generation Global

CHLOE WALKER  |  MONDAY, 27 NOV 2023
... her unrivalled understanding of how the public and private sectors intersect, will be invaluable as we work to promote wellbeing and prevent mental health conditions in young Australians through investment." Meanwhile, Westacott said: "I am delighted ...

Inaugural FAAA award winners named

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 22 NOV 2023
... outcomes but also their lifestyles. Additionally, she demonstrated how her advice made a positive contribution to the wellbeing of her local community, the FAAA said. Williams also features in the 2023 FS Power50. Meantime, Boutique Advisers took home ...

Australian Unity sells advice arm to Fortnum, Nestworth

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  TUESDAY, 14 NOV 2023
... of financial advice to members and staff of Australian Unity. The "augmented advice group" will support the financial wellbeing of approximately 60,000 Australians. It will manage over $40 billion in funds under advice, $200 million in life insurance ...

Aussies value super but remain unprepared: Data

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 NOV 2023
... latest Financial Freedom study conducted by MLC, most Aussies are actively working towards improving their financial wellbeing. However, a considerable number still require additional assistance to achieve their financial objectives and plan for their ...

Renato Mota to leave Insignia Financial

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 20 OCT 2023
... journey." "To have created an industry leader and purpose-led culture, driven by an ambition to improve the financial wellbeing of all Australians, is something I'll always be proud of. I know I will leave behind an incredibly talented and passionate ...

AIA restructures retail insurance unit

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 OCT 2023
... retail adviser market. The company said it also aims to leverage the increasing demand for high-quality life, health, and wellbeing guidance. Life insurance profits in Australia have surged to $1.2 billion, doubling in the year to June 30, primarily ...

FAAA names inaugural awards finalists

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 11 OCT 2023
... Abood said the awards shine a light on the positive contributions that financial advisers make to their clients' wellbeing and security through quality financial advice. "The FAAA Awards celebrate the commitment, talent, and passion of so many advisers ...

Bridges adviser base drops 20%

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 27 SEP 2023
... its employed adviser channels, Bridges and Shadforth Financial Group, would fall under the newly established Client Wellbeing unit.