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Member outreach boosts post-merger integration

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 1 JAN 2019
... the last financial year to 187, reflecting efforts to reach as many Rio Tinto members that traditionally work in the resources and mining sector scattered in remote locations. There are now more than 74,300 members - an increase of 61% compared to the ...

FASEA to assess professional advice designations

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 13 DEC 2018
... standards and provide ongoing professional development, instead of relying wholly on licensees that may not have the resources or knowledge to appropriately approve CPD for their advisers," Maroney said. The association has also called for the minimum ...

Challenger bolsters exec lineup

KANIKA SOOD  |  WEDNESDAY, 12 DEC 2018
... and marketing since February last year. Murphy joined Challenger February 2012 as the executive general manager, human resources. Prior to this, she worked in human resources roles at Westpac and Mercer. Her appointment is immediate. Howes' appointment ...

FPA reviews disciplinary regulations

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 12 DEC 2018
... outlined key failings brought to light at the Royal Commission, such as matters taking too long to resolve; lack of resources creating delays; the chief executive speaking directly to complainants; and the FPA showing greater concern for the interests ...

$300k makes advice worthwhile: Research

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 10 DEC 2018
... obtaining wealth management products, due to the dominance of superannuation, it is unlikely that they will have the resources or qualifications to provide comprehensive financial planning advice, this is the role of the professional adviser." Morris ...

Industry dubious about one regulatory body: Survey

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 10 DEC 2018
... highlighted several shortcomings in how the two bodies police the financial services sector, and both often blamed a lack of resources and funding. Commissioner Kenneth Hayne criticised APRA and ASIC in his September interim report, highlighting several ...

ASIC appoints second deputy chair

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 7 DEC 2018
... ASIC. Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said the Government has undertaken significant reforms to ensure ASIC has the powers and resources it needs to combat misconduct in the financial services industry and across all corporations for the protection of Australian ...

Boutique behemoth in the making

DARREN SNYDER  |  THURSDAY, 6 DEC 2018
... Solutions chief executive Philippe Lopategui said: "This partnership will enable CMISL to invest in infrastructure and resources, further attract the very best investment managers in the liquid and illiquid alternatives space and deliver tailor made ...

New initiatives ready advisers for the future

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 5 DEC 2018
... quality advice to their clients." Finally, the wealthdigital platform will now be home to a new study hub, packed with resources to assist existing financial advisers in going back to school to meet FASEA's standards, commencing 1 January. "Using our ...

New super fund to secure female financial security

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 3 DEC 2018
... insurer. Verve Super also seeks to boost the financial literacy of women by providing free financial coaching materials, resources and events that are designed and delivered by women for women via its Verve Academy. It will only invest in companies that ...