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Division 296 bill tabled, suggested reforms fall on 'deaf ears'

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 12 FEB 2026

... industry, the SMSF Association (SMSFA) remains concerned about the likelihood of "unintended" consequences. Yesterday, Treasurer Jim Chalmers introduced the Treasury Laws Amendment (Building a Stronger and Fairer Super System) Bill 2026 to the lower ...

RBA gives bleak economic outlook

ELIZA BAVIN | TUESDAY, 10 FEB 2026

... slowing in GDP growth over 2026. The underemployment rate is also expected to edge a little higher." This comes after Treasurer Jim Chalmers was forced to defend his government's spending after RBA governor Michele Bullock said increased government spending ...

Treasury to reform managed investment scheme governance

KARREN VERGARA | TUESDAY, 10 FEB 2026

... through intermediary structures or have indirect exposure through their superannuation fund," the consultation paper read. Treasurer Jim Chalmers copped criticism last December for sitting on MIS reform recommendations from a review that kicked off in ...

RBA overlooked government spending in rate hike: Hearing

KARREN VERGARA | FRIDAY, 6 FEB 2026

... consumption, investment, and public demand across federal, state and local governments. However, on Tuesday, Kennedy pointed to Treasurer Jim Chalmers referencing the RBA statement that makes no mention of government spending. "But then he goes on to ...

ASIC welcomes new chair

KARREN VERGARA | TUESDAY, 3 FEB 2026

The Treasurer has appointed a new chair to replace Joe Longo who will serve a period of five years starting on June 1. Sarah Court has been promoted to the top role after serving as deputy chair. Treasurer Jim Chlamer said the Albanese Government will ...

Review launched into thin capitalisation reforms

ELIZA BAVIN | MONDAY, 2 FEB 2026

Treasurer Jim Chalmers, Minister for Financial Services Daniel Mulino and Assistant Minister for Productivity, Competition, Charities and Treasury Andrew Leigh have tasked the Board of Taxation to undertake an independent review of the government's ...

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 ...

Genetic testing ban may drive up insurance cost, premiums: FAAA

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 28 JAN 2026

... have a poor family history of disease and illness," it said. At the second reading of the bill last November, assistant treasurer Daniel Mulino said: "Genetic tests help save lives. Australians should not be discouraged from undertaking genetic testing ...

Shadow Minister for Financial Services Pat Conaghan resigns

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 22 JAN 2026

Shadow Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services Pat Conaghan has resigned from the shadow ministry, effective immediately. Conaghan has been very outspoke on the collapse of Shield and First Guardian and a vocal critic of ASIC's handling of ...

Performance test changes not necessary: ART

ELIZA BAVIN | FRIDAY, 16 JAN 2026

Following Treasurer Jim Chalmers' Economic Roundtable last year, changes to the superannuation performance test were flagged as a tool that could allow funds to invest in more diverse asset classes without worrying about failure. However, Australian ...

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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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