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Hiring for risk, member services to take off

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 29 JAN 2026
... regulatory scrutiny pushing platform operators to hire to shore up emerging risks and strengthen existing internal governance practices. Superannuation funds, private credit firms, and scaling fintechs are also expected to bolster their capabilities ...

ASX names members of new advisory group

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 29 JAN 2026
The ASX has appointed seven members to its newly formed Advisory Group on Corporate Governance (AGCG), chaired by Philip Lowe. The group will be filled with superannuation heavy hitters including AustralianSuper chief investment officer Mark Delaney ...

Blackwattle launches fund, mandates Equity Trustees

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 28 JAN 2026
... Income Fund and to continue working with a well-established Australian fund manager that shares our commitment to strong governance, risk management and positive investor outcomes," Godfrey said. "We look forward to continuing our partnership with Blackwattle ...

Brighter Super names chief investment officer

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  WEDNESDAY, 28 JAN 2026
... Queensland, a significant portion of members' assets are invested offshore, and experience in international markets, governance and portfolio construction is increasingly important," he said. "Bringing that global lens to asset allocation, risk management ...

MLC Expand appoints product strategy lead

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 28 JAN 2026
MLC Expand has appointed Irene Worrell as general manager of product management to drive strategy, governance and innovation across its platform. The $100 billion super and retirement platform said Worrell will be responsible for shaping and executing ...

AI, operational failures key regulatory risks for ASIC in 2026

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 27 JAN 2026
... interactions, and scams amplified by technology. It has found varying maturity in how businesses adopt AI and manage governance risks. "While agentic AI can help people shop around for deals and avoid loyalty penalties, it can also compound risk given ...

Ascalon turbocharges team with Zenith hire

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 22 JAN 2026
... consultant has confirmed the appointment of Steven Tang who brings experience in portfolio construction, investment governance and adviser consulting. At Ascalon, he'll work with advice businesses to bring structure and strategic clarity to their ...

Mercer's Helga Birgden departs after 18 years

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 22 JAN 2026
... who specialises in climate resilience and investment risk management. Birgden has led on sustainable investing and governance as a global executive and board member, managing investment risk, return, and reputation for boards, members, and stakeholders. ...

bfinance names new managing director, insurance lead

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 22 JAN 2026
... look forward to working with colleagues and clients globally to help insurers address evolving investment priorities, governance demands and sustainability objectives." bfinance senior director, Australia Frithjof van Zyp said Rastogi's appointment reinforces ...

Netwealth's APRA-mandated governance overhaul underway

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 22 JAN 2026
Netwealth said its APRA-mandated investment governance overhaul is underway and is being led at the executive level. This was part of its agreement with ASIC in December under which it said it will repay $101 million to super members who accessed the ...