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ASIC has 'strong appetite' to hold boards to account

ELIZA BAVIN | WEDNESDAY, 11 MAR 2026

... non-executive directors after finding they did not breach their duties. In a speech to the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Longo said while it is not the duty of a board to run companies day-to-day, there are questions about where the line ...

ASIC, ASFA spar over super fund trustees 'not knowing' their business

ANDREW MCKEAN | THURSDAY, 13 MAR 2025

... implodes, while accusing directors of "not knowing" their business. In a speech at the Australian Institute of Company Directors Australian Governance Summit, Longo pointed to AustralianSuper's alleged delayed processing of nearly 7000 death benefit ...

TAL director named CEDA chair

ELIZA BAVIN | MONDAY, 10 MAR 2025

... Healthcare, GBST, PropertyLook, and icare. She is a member of Chief Executive Women and the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Bartlett said it is an honour to lead CEDA and succeed Smith-Gander as in the role. "Diane has provided outstanding ...

Regulators given new powers to protect financial markets in crises

ANDREW MCKEAN | FRIDAY, 23 AUG 2024

... reputation as an attractive destination for international capital," Chalmers said. The Australian Institute of Company Directors welcomed the legislation, saying it marks a significant milestone in Australia's transition to a decarbonised economy, providing ...

ASIC's harsh words to directors: 'It's not meant to be easy'

ELIZA BAVIN | FRIDAY, 22 MAR 2024

... company directors complaining about keeping up with their obligations. In a speech to the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) Australian Governance Summit, Longo acknowledged there is complexity in the business world, but said that isn't ...

Treasury releases climate disclosure draft legislation

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS | TUESDAY, 16 JAN 2024

... disclosures to the market regulators, with remedies limited to "injunctions and declarations." Australian Institute of Company Directors managing director and chief executive Mark Rigotti said investors are "searching for higher quality and more fulsome ...

Boards unprepared for new workplace laws: Research

ROSE MARY PETRASS | THURSDAY, 14 DEC 2023

... investigations can be made regardless of whether a complaint has been filed. Research from the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) and the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors (ACSI) shows 85% of ASX300 directors believe workplace ...

Fears grow around greenwashing litigation protections

ROSE MARY PETRASS | WEDNESDAY, 8 NOV 2023

... scenario analysis as early as possible." Some industry bodies support the idea. The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) says it "is an important measure that will support companies to develop their reporting maturity without undue fear of ...

Expect more greenwashing action: ASIC

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS | FRIDAY, 3 MAR 2023

... make sure entities are not misleading the market" on greenwashing, Longo said at the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) Australian Governance Summit. On Tuesday, ASIC announced court proceedings against Mercer Superannuation (Australia) ...

Platinum Asset Management adds stewardship lead

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS | FRIDAY, 10 FEB 2023

... company engagement and through fostering relationships with industry groups, such as the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD), Bailey said. Bailey highlighted disclosure around board skills as a concern. "Under the ASX Corporate Governance ...

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BT appoints new head of strategy

KARREN VERGARA | 10:47AM

A former Allianz Retire+ executive has joined BT as the new head of strategy.

ASX sees trade volumes soar in May

MATTHEW WAI | 12:24PM

ASX saw a substantial growth in trade volumes last month, despite continued lackluster movement in IPOs.

Otivo launches AI-powered financial advice

MATTHEW WAI | 12:21PM

Otivo has launched a mobile app for Australians to access licensed advice powered by AI.

Munro expands access to climate focused fund

VINNY VUCAGO | 12:09PM

The Munro Global Growth Climate Leaders PIE Fund has been opened to retail investors in New Zealand.

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