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Investor associations to unite

CHLOE WALKER | THURSDAY, 2 NOV 2023

... and greater access to individual investors looking for an independent, knowledgeable and proven source of education and advocacy." Meantime, the AIA board said the move is recognition of "the dynamic shifts in the financial industry." "This is a pragmatic ...

Launch of new superannuation body imminent

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | TUESDAY, 19 SEP 2023

... benefitting from it in their retirement." While it marks the end of AIST, ISA will remain for branding purposes, however its advocacy staff will transfer to the new body. The council is comprised of eight foundation funds, being Australian Retirement ...

Ring-fencing super for aged care adds complexity, cost: ASFA

ANDREW MCKEAN | WEDNESDAY, 13 SEP 2023

... would also constrain retirees' ability to use their superannuation for everyday living costs. The superannuation advocacy body specifically criticised the unfairness of counting ring-fenced assets in the Age Pension means test, given these funds ...

AIST, ISA detail advocacy body to come of merger

CASSANDRA BALDINI | TUESDAY, 12 SEP 2023

A newly formed policy and advocacy body for profit-to-member superannuation funds will be launched by October, to create a cohesive voice for the sector. The Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (AIST) and Industry Super Australia (ISA) have ...

Cbus unveils new leadership team

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 6 SEP 2023

... seven years. West will be responsible for enterprise strategy and performance, enterprise positioning, and enterprise advocacy, and public affairs in her new role. Natalie Hannemann has been named as chief transformation officer, focussing on driving ...

Former AFA president Dugald Mitchell remembered

KARREN VERGARA | FRIDAY, 25 AUG 2023

... and was president between 1987 and 1988. "Dugald was a key player in the lobbying over FSR and CLERP 6 and helped drive advocacy campaigns with local members," the Financial Advice Association Australia said. "Dugald was a great believer in seeking recognition ...

HUB24 profits surge 64%

CHLOE WALKER | TUESDAY, 22 AUG 2023

... the business has performed "in line with expectations" with enhanced engagement with customers and increased industry advocacy to position for further growth. Class' capabilities have also been leveraged across HUB24, it said. While the number of active ...

APRA toughens stress testing frequency, valuation stance

KARREN VERGARA, RACHEL ALEMBAKIS | FRIDAY, 21 JUL 2023

... influence or investment market presence, including engaging with investees, making public statements, undertaking policy advocacy and voting, to generate value in investments." Those engaging in stewardship activities, APRA wants them to demonstrate ...

FAAA celebrates membership renewals, anticipates more

ANDREW MCKEAN | TUESDAY, 4 JUL 2023

... we have to create better outcomes for the financial advice profession," Abood said. "This is particularly important in advocacy, where there are plenty of issues on the FAAA agenda: including the unreasonable hike in the ASIC industry levy, the continuing ...

ISA welcomes back former chair

CASSANDRA BALDINI | MONDAY, 26 JUN 2023

... talented team as it drives reforms in the best financial interest of members. "ISA's impressive public policy output and advocacy programs combined with the joint marketing campaign make it a unique and highly effective peak body," he said. "I'd like ...

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Australian Unity to shed 195 roles

MATTHEW WAI

Australian Unity is reducing its workforce by 195 positions due to underperformance stemming from delays in government support for its Home Health platform and the integration of several businesses.

Count shutters limited-advice business, slips in size ranking

MATTHEW WAI

Count Financial has reportedly wound up its restricted SMSF/limited-advice service, losing some 26 advisers on the Financial Adviser Register, latest data shows.

First Super recruits head of investments from Prime Super

MATTHEW WAI

First Super has appointed a new head of investments, replacing Chris Artis, who was in the position for the past three months on an interim basis.

BMO eyes Euroz Hartleys' capital markets business

KARREN VERGARA

Euroz Hartleys confirmed it is in discussions with Canada's BMO Financial Group for a potential sale of its capital markets business for $145 million.

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