Events

Planet Earth’s climate is changing for the worse. Heightened concentrations of atmospheric CO2 are driving long-term temperature trends upward, resulting in devastating environmental impacts. The causal relationship between human-produced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and such impacts is “unequivocal,” according to the International Panel on Climate Change’s (IPCC) landmark 2021 report (AR6).  But just as human activity

Even in today’s financial environment not all debt is bad. James Winder from Leveraged will outline the rules for prudent wealth creation, what to be careful of and the potential for amplified returns available to investors with an appropriate time horizon and clear strategy. He will explain the margin call process, basic calculations on how

Prioritising mental health and wellbeing Returning for the 7th year, our annual Group Life Seminar is a must attend event for anyone in or adjacent to the life insurance sector. This event offers the latest trends, insights and opportunities from across the group life industry, with a focus this year on prioritising mental health and

After experiencing 2020 with minimal networking events and the cancellation of the 2020 Claims Convention, we are looking forward to bringing the community together at this years  convention. Delegates attending in person will gain the added benefit of face-to-face networking with professionals from across the claims industry. The event will also have a live streaming

The New Member Welcome and Orientation is a great opportunity to build a network of other new members, learn best practice and tour the resources available to you. These sessions are designed to assist your business by helping you get familiar with the benefits that your MFAA membership will bring. Even if you have been

With a growing number of commercial finance lenders, now could be the time to diversify your mortgage broking business and help your current customers in new ways, and gain new ones. You probably have home loan customers already who are business owners looking for financing solutions you could help with. This workshop will help you

The FPA Geelong Chapter welcomes you to their 2022 Chapter Golf Day. Join your fellow FPA Members and colleagues for this great day out at the exclusive 13th Beach Golf Club, overlooking the stunning Bellarine Peninsula, with its two award winning courses, with first class conditioning all year round! The agenda for the day is as follows: 8:30AM – 9:00AM: Registration in the foyer, followed by briefing

With a growing number of commercial finance lenders, now could be the time to diversify your mortgage broking business and help your current customers in new ways, and gain new ones. You probably have home loan customers already who are business owners looking for financing solutions you could help with. This workshop will help you

The development of financial technology (fintech) is particularly important for strengthening the role of Hong Kong as a prime international financial and trade centre. The rapid development of fintech in Hong Kong in recent years has also driven the insurance sector to lead into a new era of digitalisation. In this webinar, guest speaker King

Frances Russell, a leading Australian Managed Service and Security Provider, will outline what is the ‘Essential Eight’ and why businesses are being urged to implement them? The ‘Essential Eight’ is a key tool for understanding how a business can describe where they are at, and where they should aim to be. Case studies will be

On Thursday 1 September, the AFA announced that they had agreed to explore a merger proposal with the FPA. When considering the proposed merger, our members’ needs have been, and will be, at the forefront of any options that will be explored and decisions made. The AFA member community is critical; this will remain an essential part of

On Thursday 1 September, the AFA announced that they had agreed to explore a merger proposal with the FPA. When considering the proposed merger, our members’ needs have been, and will be, at the forefront of any options that will be explored and decisions made. The AFA member community is critical; this will remain an essential part of

On Thursday 1 September, the AFA announced that they had agreed to explore a merger proposal with the FPA. When considering the proposed merger, our members’ needs have been, and will be, at the forefront of any options that will be explored and decisions made. The AFA member community is critical; this will remain an essential part of

With a growing number of commercial finance lenders, now could be the time to diversify your mortgage broking business and help your current customers in new ways, and gain new ones. You probably have home loan customers already who are business owners looking for financing solutions you could help with. This workshop will help you

It’s often said that ‘change is the only constant’. This could not be more true for the financial services industry which has faced unprecedented changes in recent years. Against the backdrop of the Royal Commission era, the emergence of ESG, the impact of COVID-19 transforming the way we work, rapid technological advancements and increased digitisation,

This workshop focuses on the evolution of share and derivative trades from order placement through to execution to settlement, and later exercise/expiry where relevant) and reporting requirements. Ideal for those new to the industry, those staff in auxiliary roles and for market professionals in both front and back office. Includes handouts and a quiz. Register

On Thursday 1 September, the AFA announced that they had agreed to explore a merger proposal with the FPA. When considering the proposed merger, our members’ needs have been, and will be, at the forefront of any options that will be explored and decisions made. The AFA member community is critical; this will remain an essential part of

With increasing attention on greenwashing and responsible investment practices there has never been a more pertinent time to focus on your products responsible investment credentials. Whether you are starting on your responsible investment journey or would like more information about RIAA certification, the most trusted mark for responsible investment products and service providers, this session is

With a growing number of commercial finance lenders, now could be the time to diversify your mortgage broking business and help your current customers in new ways, and gain new ones. You probably have home loan customers already who are business owners looking for financing solutions you could help with. This workshop will help you

ASIC’s Regulatory Guide 277 Consumer remediation was released on 27 September 2022. Join us as Sarah Edmondson, Senior Executive Leader at ASIC, discusses the key themes and issues that arose during the course of consultation and in finalising the regulatory guide. This free member-only webinar will also cover some of ASIC’s operational experience in overseeing

Join in the online discussion group with other Specialist Auditors proudly hosted by the SMSF Association for our members. Enhance your practice, network with other specialist auditors and earn CPD hours. Our Specialist Auditor members are invited to submit audit related topics and/or audit related technical issues that you have encountered for discussion during this

We welcome you to join the WA AFA Inspire committee on our annual charity walk and breakfast. This year we will be supporting and raising funds for breast cancer awareness month through our partnership with Breast Cancer Research Centre WA. Breast Cancer Research Centre-WA conducts research into breast cancer treatment and care. Their research informs

Join us for the MFAA Melbourne Member Forum. These relaxed and interactive forums provide members and industry colleagues an opportunity network, gain insights and hear from industry experts. Register for the event.

The first Federal Budget under the new Government is scheduled to be released on Tuesday 25 October 2022. The FSC invites you to a free member-only post-Budget briefing on Wednesday 26 October from the Hon Stephen Jones MP, Minister for Financial Services and Assistant Treasurer. The Minister will exclusively join FSC members for this online

The FPA Sunshine Coast Chapter Committee invite you to join them for lunch with FPA CEO Sarah Abood and AFA CEO Phil Anderson at RSL Maroochydore on Wednesday 26 October. Come along and hear direct from them about the merger proposal between the FPA & AFA. They will also provide an update on where the two associations

Having worked in financial services for over 25 years, Angela Godfrey, an expert HR professional, will discuss how unconscious bias impacts the attraction of women into the stockbroking industry. She will identify how to deal with unconscious bias and possible solutions for attracting women into the industry Register for the event.

After the recent successful launch of the FPA SOAP Box Video SOA Project, it’s time to get practical and learn how to implement video SOAs in your business. Join us for this in-depth, in-person workshop, where you will learn, trial and get comfortable with the roll-out of video SOA’s as part of your financial planning process. This

It's not every day that you get to meet and have an in-depth conversation about your career with some of the most highly regarded financial leaders in Australia.   Great careers are built on more than just hard work. They’re defined by how well we handle adversity and navigate change and are shaped by the choices

Join us for a day of golf and network with industry colleagues at the annual MFAA Darwin Golf Day. Register for the event.

AFA Inspire invites you to our Spring Luncheon to celebrate the Financial Industry. We have had many challenges in the industry over the past few years and also a pandemic. It is time to look to the future and make the industry great again. We also have partnered with Complete Skin and Beauty and Cosmo Candles

The FPA ACT Chapter Committee invite you to join them for the FPA ACT Chapter Evening Networking & Seminar with Allan Gray and Perennial on Friday 28 October from 3:30pm. Join us for Friday afternoon drinks and canapes at the Hotel Realm. You will hear from guest speakers Sudhir Kissun, Investment Analyst of Allan Gray and Mark Mitchell of Perennial, who will be briefing us on how to create regular,

Book your place for the 2022 Future2 Melbourne Cup Luncheon on the first Tuesday in November. We are extremely excited to announce that the 12th annual Future2 Melbourne Cup event will be held at Optus Stadium, where you’ll be watching the race on one of the biggest screens in the southern hemisphere. This is now the premier event on the financial

Join the Sydney Chapter Committee at the premier event on the financial services calendar, the Melbourne Cup Luncheon on Tuesday 1 November! Register for the event.

Join the South Australia Chapter Committee at the premier event on the financial services calendar, the Melbourne Cup Networking Event on Tuesday 1 November! Register for the event.

The AFA, FPA, SMSFA, XY ADVISER and MDRT have collaborated to bring an exciting and interactive networking events. Soak up the action and atmosphere at ‘The Grove Marquee’, Doomben Racecourse