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FAAA pushes to expand NCA to financial advisers

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  FRIDAY, 28 AUG 2026
... comprehensive advisers...we will hold the minister to that. That is a really important control." FAAA general manager, policy, advocacy and standards Phil Anderson, who retires on November 27, added the New Class of Adviser is one of the most contentious ...

AFCA moves to reinstate APT Strategy, opens doors for victims

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 27 AUG 2026
... Australian Fiduciaries investors, and I'm genuinely pleased that they finally have a pathway forward." Kee also leads the advocacy group, SOS Save Our Super, which has been helping many investors whose nest eggs have been put at risk by financial misconduct ...

Phil Anderson to retire at the upcoming FAAA Congress

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 AUG 2026
... 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 27 after spending much of the last 20 years dedicated to the financial ...

First Guardian victims advance in case against InterPrac

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 21 AUG 2026
... a successful court outcome in February 2027 or a successful determination in the case between InterPrac and AFCA, her advocacy for fellow victims will still go on. Kee spearheads the SOS Save Our Super website, an advocacy group that is fighting for ...

Industry reacts to Mulino's sweeping reforms

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 20 AUG 2026
... they are looking for advice on what to do with their full financial affairs." Rest general manager of public policy and advocacy Enrico Burgio said many members of the $113 billion super fund might find it hard to be able to get financial advice if it ...

Mulino unveils sweeping reforms to cold calling, MISs

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 19 AUG 2026
... relationships, flagging further consultation is needed on what "targeted exemptions" looks like. This is in the form of protection advocacy, educational and employment communications. This is also to ensure "low-risk arrangements" and necessary contact ...

FS Power50 voting opens

VINNY VUCAGO  |  SUNDAY, 16 AUG 2026
... readers to vote for the advisers they believe best present the values of the Power50 through their leadership, influence, advocacy and contributions to the profession. The annual list aims to highlight advisers who are helping shape the future of financial ...

Challenger launches retirement research institute

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 11 AUG 2026
Challenger has launched the Institute for Lifetime Income, an advocacy and insights platform focused on improving financial and longevity literacy. Challenger said launching the institute formalises the work it has already been undertaking for decades ...

Former chief financial officer at Rest returns in new role

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 23 JUL 2026
... overseeing strategy, finance, tax, valuations and investment operations, legal and company secretariat, public policy and advocacy, and strategy procurement and facilities. The appointment comes as Rest progresses its Super Simple for Life strategy ...

Super Consumers appoints former regulator as chair

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 22 JUL 2026
... financial services regulation and public policy to SCA and has previously served as the chief executive of CHOICE, a consumer advocacy group. Kell currently serves as the chair of the consumer consultative committee at Australian Financial Security Authority ...
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