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Treasury considers reward system for whistleblowers

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026
... serious concerns regarding independence and integrity during the pursuit of the Macquarie audit contract. "Whistleblowers play an important role in uncovering misconduct and wrongdoing in the tax and corporate sectors," Mulino said. "They need protection ...

NGS Super names chief member officer

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 2 JUN 2026
... executive Natalie Previtera said Parsons' energy, enthusiasm and knowledge of the business stood out, and these qualities will play a critical role as the fund scales its member services. "Adam brings a powerful combination of strategic marketing expertise ...

ART pumps $3bn in Australian property funds

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 1 JUN 2026
... given the volatile geopolitical environment. "These assets are the places where Australians live, work and connect, and they play a vital role in the nation's economy." ART said property remains a key part of its diversified investment strategy, providing ...

Product Showcase: Calm in the chaos

THE FINANCIAL STANDARD TEAM  |  MONDAY, 1 JUN 2026
How a contrarian instinct performs during market shocks Markets can overreact. A disappointing earnings result, a change in management or a period of uncertainty can quickly turn a company into one investors would rather avoid. Far less attention is ...

FEATURE | Emerging markets: Twists and turns

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 29 MAY 2026
On March 24, merely weeks into the US-Israel war on Iran, the Philippines became the first domino to fall when President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a national energy emergency. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint ...

Old settings for TPD 'no longer fit': APRA

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 28 MAY 2026
... does not happen in isolation. It requires support from distribution partners." She added in a challenge like this, actuaries play a critical role in identifying pressure points and building sustainable solutions. "You are the voice of risk within your ...

Scarcity Partners takes minority stake in Infocus

VINNY VUCAGO  |  WEDNESDAY, 27 MAY 2026
Scarcity Partners have taken a minority stake in Infocus Wealth Management (Infocus). The financial terms and percentage holding remain undisclosed. Scarcity Partners notes the deal reflects growing demand for strategic capital among advice businesses ...

MPC Markets partners with HeirWealth

VINNY VUCAGO  |  TUESDAY, 26 MAY 2026
MPC Markets has selected HeirWealth Atlas to power the portfolio reporting capabilities within its Mosaic client platform. The partnership will provide MPC Markets advisers with consolidated multi-asset reporting, automated branded review documents ...

AIOFP partners to launch adviser protection program

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 26 MAY 2026
... advice industry. "Protecting end investors and ensuring high-quality advice outcomes should always be the priority." "Advisers play a central role in delivering informed, personalised financial outcomes. Limiting their ability to operate, or inserting ...

ATO sounds alarm as Payday Super deadline nears

VINNY VUCAGO  |  MONDAY, 25 MAY 2026
The Australian Taxation Office has urged employers to act immediately ahead of the introduction of Payday Super on July 1, warning businesses have just five weeks remaining to prepare for one of the biggest changes to the superannuation system in years. ...