New analysis shows need for competition in super to protect consumers

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New research by the Financial Services Council (FSC) demonstrates that modern awards supress competition in the superannuation system to the detriment of consumers. A comprehensive analysis of the modern award... Read more continue reading

Anne Fuchs to depart AFA

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“While we are disappointed that Anne is leaving the AFA, we acknowledge that the role with Sunsuper is an outstanding opportunity, based in Anne’s home city of Brisbane and we... Read more continue reading

A professional designation for the modern adviser

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The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) has recorded a significant increase in enrolments for its masters-level Fellow Chartered Financial Practitioner (FChFP) designation as advisers embrace the realisation that higher minimum... Read more continue reading

SPAA backs PJC report on professional, educational standards

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Graeme Colley Graeme Colley, SPAA’s Director of Technical and Professional Standards, says the association supports any positive moves that improve the professionalism and standards of financial advice, and this PJC... Read more continue reading

AFA-FSC statement on Trowbridge interim report

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The interim Trowbridge Report released today has identified four key areas that need to be addressed by the life insurance and advice industries in response to ASIC’s Review of Retail... Read more continue reading

AFA Welcomes Matt Hawkins as GenXt Chair

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The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) has announced the appointment of Matthew Hawkins as chair of the AFA’s GenXt community of practice. Mr Hawkins is a director and senior financial... Read more continue reading

Award winner thanks Gwen Fletcher for forging a path for females

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The Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA) has announced Amy Early of Crowe Horwath as the winner of the second Gwen Fletcher Memorial Award. Ms Early, who has been a... Read more continue reading

AFA Responds to FSI Report

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The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) has welcomed the release of the Financial System Inquiry (FSI) report (the Report) following a 12-month review into the Australian financial system. AFA Chief... Read more continue reading

FSI proposals to get top billing at SPAA conference

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The Financial System Inquiry (FSI) has put the spotlight on the financial advice industry, with strong proposals to improve the education, qualifications and professionalism of advisors providing Tier 1 advice.... Read more continue reading

FSC Statement on the Murray Report

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The Financial System Inquiry released on Sunday by the Government lays the foundation for a strong and efficient financial system for Australia. John Brogden, CEO of the Financial Services Council (FSC)... Read more continue reading