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SMSFA appoints head of professional standards

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  FRIDAY, 28 AUG 2026
... standards framework continues to evolve in line with the needs and expectations of members, regulators and the wider industry. The government is strengthening protections for the SMSF sector, with assistant treasurer Daniel Mulino recently announcing ...

FEATURE | Group insurance | Dusk to dawn

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 28 AUG 2026
... in the conversation and treatment pathways. Safety nets Unseen levels of mental-health claims in the group insurance industry stand tantamount to the crisis at hand. AIA Australia, an insurance partner for several super funds, recorded mental-health ...

CSC tests waters on digital assets with Northern Trust

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 27 AUG 2026
... Australian financial services licence (AFSL) and comply with consumer protection obligations. The move was welcomed by the industry. However, according to Swyftx, Australians remain reluctant to invest in digital assets with their super, noting that ...

FSC raises the bar for PC managers with fresh standards

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 AUG 2026
... arise. "The FSC's new standard and guidance note for private markets and private credit set out a clear framework for good industry practice, supporting greater consistency, transparency and confidence in the sector," Briggs said. "The FSC recognises ...

Phil Anderson to retire at the upcoming FAAA Congress

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 AUG 2026
The industry stalwart is closing the curtains on a stellar career in the financial services industry at the conclusion of the upcoming FAAA Congress in Melbourne. FAAA general manager, policy, advocacy and standards Phil Anderson will retire on November ...

FAAA welcomes 'widow's tax' changes in CGT, negative gearing reforms

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 25 AUG 2026
... before this measure commences, and to consider a longer lead time before application, to allow the wealth management industry and the tax and advice professions to build the necessary systems and processes.

Super business drives net inflows for Australian Ethical

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 25 AUG 2026
... strategic milestones and continued business momentum. "Australian Ethical continues to receive peer recognition through industry awards and accolades that reflect the strength of the business we have built, our investment capability, the quality of our ...

AWAG's profit takes hit from geopolitics in FY26

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 25 AUG 2026
... group also noted its balance sheet remains "strong" with zero debt and $3.9 million available in its cash reserves. "The industry is now firmly in the spotlight with the banks and industry funds all expressing a strong desire to participate in the wealth ...

FS Power50 voting opens

VINNY VUCAGO  |  MONDAY, 24 AUG 2026
... leadership and influence within the financial advice profession while making a meaningful contribution to their clients, industry and wider communities. Advisers on the shortlist include those who have received industry recognition, support their local ...

ASIC draws parallels between ASX and super trustee failures

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  FRIDAY, 21 AUG 2026
... good use of member data to better understand their needs as they move towards and through retirement. Speaking at an industry event, Constant said retirement is seen as an isolated challenge, and that framing remains part of the problem. "Good retirement ...