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VFMC names head of property

STAFF WRITER  |  THURSDAY, 25 JUN 2026
Victorian Funds Management Corporation has promoted Georgina Bishop to head of property, effective October this year. Bishop will transition into the role from Pete King who leaves VFMC later this year. "Delighted and proud to be handing on the baton," ...

Operational changes anticipated for Payday Super: Rest

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 25 JUN 2026
... approach to helping businesses prepare for the reforms, including the launch of its clearing house solution Rest Pay. "Our focus is on helping employers transition with confidence, without adding administrative burden, so they can stay focused on running ...

Advisers expect growth despite uphill challenges

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 25 JUN 2026
Despite the current headwinds involving market uncertainties, rapid digitisation and the ageing population, financial advisers remain optimistic about what they can achieve over the next few years, a new report finds. However, the growth will not be ...

Knight Frank names new South Australia managing director

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 25 JUN 2026
... management roles," he said. He said the firm was confident Barron would continue to drive growth while maintaining a strong focus on clients and staff. Patterson also paid tribute to Scott's contribution over the past decade, saying her leadership ...

Apex takes on Mercer's NZ fund admin business

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 25 JUN 2026
... own business. At the time, Hughes described Australia's superannuation technology and serving sector as a key strategic focus, citing strong growth opportunities for the business as it expands its administration footprint across the region.

Kudu continues Australian expansion with fresh investment

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 25 JUN 2026
... financial planning, lending and accounting services. Commenting, Carter said the investment will support the firm's focus on expanding its footprint and service. "Kudu's minority investment allows us to retain control of our business while providing ...

KPMG details action plan to address whistleblower probe

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 24 JUN 2026
KPMG has detailed a governance overhaul and action plan to address integrity issues across the firm after it admitted its treatment of a whistleblower and investigation into their allegations fell short. In effect to this, KPMG national chair Martin ...

New Forests expands US forestry footprint

VINNY VUCAGO  |  WEDNESDAY, 24 JUN 2026
... this investment allows us to access a high-quality, well-located estate with strong underlying market fundamentals. Our focus is on active management, optimising harvest rotations, enhancing species mix, and building asset value by accessing new markets ...

First Sentier adds to C-suite, hires from Rabobank

VINNY VUCAGO  |  WEDNESDAY, 24 JUN 2026
... Belinda Webber will take on the role as the global asset manager continues to strengthen its leadership team and deepen its focus on talent and organisational performance. Webber will join the executive committee on August 31 and report directly to chief ...

Bell Asset Management launches small-caps fund

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 23 JUN 2026
Bell Asset Management has formally launched its Australian Small Companies Fund, which is run by former Tyndall Asset Management portfolio managers. Incepted on June 17, the managed fund invests in small companies outside the ASX 100. The actively managed ...