FAAA surveying members on the impact of CSLR levies 

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The FAAA is surveying members to gain up-to-date information on the impact of CSLR levies on their practices.  “The FAAA has always been supportive of a scheme to compensate the victims of... Read more continue reading

AFCA appoints Chief Scams Officer

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The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has appointed David Lacey as its inaugural Chief Scams Officer (CSO). The Chief Scams Officer is a key leadership role at AFCA as it... Read more continue reading

ANZIIF launches immersive underwriting simulation to fast-track industry capability

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ANZIIF has announced the launch of a new high-impact learning experience in partnership with global specialists Unicorn Simulations, Underwriting DNA Insurance Simulation, an innovative virtual program designed to transform how... Read more continue reading

World Gold Council to develop shared infrastructure for digital gold

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The World Gold Council (WGC) has announced a pioneering initiative to build new market infrastructure designed to unlock the next era of digital gold’s development. WGC has co-authored a White... Read more continue reading

FAAA calls for ‘financial advisers’ and ‘paraplanners’ inclusion on Occupation Shortage List

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The FAAA is urging Jobs and Skills Australia to include ‘financial advisers’ and ‘paraplanners’ on the 2026 Occupation Shortage List due to the long training gap for new entrants and... Read more continue reading

Adviser education reforms vital to help close advice gap

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The Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA) welcomes the Government’s consultation on adviser education reforms, which it says are key to growing the number of high quality professional financial advisers.... Read more continue reading

Entries now open for the 22nd ANZIIF Australian Insurance Industry Awards

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Submissions are now open for the 22nd ANZIIF Australian Insurance Industry Awards, celebrating the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations across the Australian insurance industry. Hosted by ANZIIF, the annual... Read more continue reading

Failure to act on advice reforms leaves Aussies exposed as they turn to AI for insurance advice

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Australians are at greater risk of scams and dodgy providers as they reveal a deep trust in AI for financial advice, the life insurance industry warns. A staggering three in... Read more continue reading

New report shows growing demand for financial education in Australian schools as financial literacy program reaches over half a million students

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A new report from Ecstra Foundation highlights the growing demand from Australian schools for practical financial education as part of the curriculum, at a time when financial literacy rates have... Read more continue reading

ANZIIF launches first-of-its-kind Business School for insurance professionals 

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ANZIIF is proud to launch the 2026 ANZIIF Business School, a new industry learning initiative designed to equip insurance professionals with the skills and insights needed to confidently navigate the... Read more continue reading