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Treasury's proposal adds flexibility for new advisers: FAAA

MATTHEW WAI | WEDNESDAY, 22 APR 2026

... advice education providers, and guidance for licensees. "We strongly support the proposal and urge the government to progress with these reforms as soon as possible. This will make a meaningful difference in enabling more high-quality graduates to enter ...

Chalmers teases release of performance test reforms

ELIZA BAVIN | WEDNESDAY, 22 APR 2026

... what the reforms will be, he was clear about what he does not want for the performance test. "We have been trying to progress this work for some time, as you know. I want to be really clear that I have absolutely no interest in watering down or ditching ...

Chalmers says Budget 'hostage' to Middle East conflict

ELIZA BAVIN | MONDAY, 20 APR 2026

... Middle East in particular, and that's why this engagement has been so important." Chalmers also welcomed the news of progress and dialogue between the US and Iran, which he said will hopefully lead to the end of the war. "From an economic point of view ...

Tribeca Financial appoints strategic partnerships lead

KARREN VERGARA | FRIDAY, 17 APR 2026

... responsible for developing executing strategic partnerships with key industry participants. He also supports them to establish, progress and secure long-term, goals-based financial advice relationships. Foley previously worked as general manager of client ...

Australian Ethical bleeds $500m amid geopolitical tension

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 16 APR 2026

... said, with the momentum expected to carry through in future quarters. Meanwhile, the ethical manager continues to make progress across its newer growth channels, including gaining traction in the middle market segment by securing a new $50 million not-for-profit ...

HESTA taps ESSSuper head as next chief executive

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | WEDNESDAY, 15 APR 2026

... Victorian government, employers and unions," she said. Campo said she will depart ESSSuper with much pride in the important progress made in optimising member outcomes over the past four years. "The chance to lead ESSSuper has been a career highlight ...

ASIC concerns over Interprac sale 'unfounded': Sequoia

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | FRIDAY, 10 APR 2026

Sequoia Financial Group says ASIC's concerns around what the sale of Interprac Financial Planning might mean for its creditors are "unfounded", while also saying it is working with ASX to determine whether shareholders are required to approve the ...

Div 296 requires fixing before finalisation: Industry

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 9 APR 2026

Industry bodies have raised concerns over the drafted Division 296 regulations, warning the current design could create unnecessary complexity, higher compliance costs and unfair outcomes. The bill passed the Parliament last month, and was followed ...

Treasury proposes lead generator, super switching reforms

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 8 APR 2026

... misconduct surrounding these failures." "The Albanese Government will consider the outcomes of these consultations and progress a series of targeted, proportionate reforms which appropriately balance consumer protection, the risk of future collapses ...

Albanese stresses importance of 'economic sovereignty'

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 2 APR 2026

As the conflict in the Middle East continues, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has used his address at the National Press Club to stress the importance of economic sovereignty to support national resilience. Albanese said the government is focused on ...

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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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