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Super funds score win on stamp duty disclosure

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 4 MAY 2026
... statements, which it is bringing forward from 2029 to next financial year. In a further change, ASIC issued a new class order relief for superannuation trustees, aligning portfolio holdings disclosure obligations for internally managed private debt with ...

APRA finalises CPS 230 amendments

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 30 APR 2026
... NTSPs, while preserving the core objectives of operational risk management," APRA said. APRA's final amendments provide relief that is "narrowly targeted, administratively efficient, and responds to industry concerns", with the regulator adding the core ...

ASIC issues roadmap for digital assets law reform

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 21 APR 2026
... 18-months DAP and TCP operators will be able to lodge financial service licence applications and operate under regulatory relief until their applications are processed. From 18 months full implementation of the new regime, including ASIC supervision ...

Government rolls out relief via National Reconstruction Fund

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 20 APR 2026
The federal government is bringing forward over $6 billion in concessional capital, including zero interest loans, to support local businesses affected by global disruptions. The $1 billion Economic Resilience Program, $5 billion Net Zero Fund, and ...

US, Iran agree to cease fire, outlook remains 'uncertain'

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 APR 2026
... Trump's latest ultimatum was more muted than seen previously." Meanwhile, deVere Group chief executive Nigel Green said a relief rally of this magnitude reflects how stretched sentiment had become. "Investors were bracing for escalation that could have ...

Inflation remains firm, May rate hike still in play

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 26 MAR 2026
... worse," he said. "We recognise people are still under pressure, which is why we're rolling out responsible cost of living relief and taking action to shore up fuel supply and ensure Australians are getting a fair go at the bowser." Chalmers said Australia ...

FEATURE | Regulation: Picking up the pieces

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 24 MAR 2026
... application from Equity Trustees and Diversa, despite the two parties saying they will forge ahead with activating this relief. InterPrac Financial Planning's parent company Sequoia Financial Group also wants to wash its hands clean of remediation ...

Chartered accountants should be allowed to provide advice: CA ANZ

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 2 FEB 2026
... data modelling by super funds and impacted individuals, as well as some design features of the proposed capital gains tax relief. The body is also worried about the potential for double taxing dividends and distributions with franking credits, as well ...

Chalmers to focus on productivity, economic repair in 2026 Budget

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 30 JAN 2026
Treasurer Jim Chalmers said "cutting taxes, providing cost-of-living relief and getting the budget in better nick" are his priorities as the government turns its attention to the 2026 Federal Budget. "Our responsible economic management was brought ...

Australian United Investment merges with Diversified United Investment

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 30 JAN 2026
... receive approximately 0.4815 AUI shares for each DUI share. It is expected that there will be capital gains tax rollover relief for eligible DUI shareholders. "The merger of the two companies is a natural combination, as AUI and DUI have similar investment ...