SMSF Association refutes ‘heaps of consultation’ claim on Division 296

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The SMSF Association refutes claims made this morning by Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers that the Government’s proposed new tax on superannuation balances exceeding $3m followed extensive industry consultation, and that... Read more continue reading

FAAA “deeply disappointed” by government’s response to its FOI requests on CSLR 

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Documents obtained by the Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) under Freedom of Information (FOI) reveal that an Impact Analysis into the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR) – a process... Read more continue reading

ANZIIF support ICA’s Extreme Weather and Disaster Response Planning Guide   

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The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is proud to support the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA)’s Extreme Weather and Disaster Response Planning Guide. The Planning... Read more continue reading

Senate Inquiry must hear real Dixon Advisory stories

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This week I had the chance to talk to a former Dixon Advisory client, hearing his experiences but also his understanding and views on what happened. We should never forget... Read more continue reading

AFCA appoints Jonathon Hunyor to board

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The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) today announced the appointment of lawyer Jonathon Hunyor to its independent board, as a director with consumer experience. The appointment became effective on 1... Read more continue reading

ANZIIF to host Insurance Risk Management Program in Melbourne 

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The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is thrilled to announce their Insurance Risk Management Study Course will take place in Melbourne, this March. This will... Read more continue reading

Customer-owned banks: Regulatory Initiatives Grid pilot a good first step, but regulator coordination is crucial

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The Customer Owned Banking Association (COBA) welcomes the Regulatory Initiatives Grid pilot but emphasises the need for regulator coordination to ensure it delivers on its promise of easing the regulatory burden... Read more continue reading

ANZIIF launch new short course to help insurance professionals ‘Get it Right’ with expert reports

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The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is proud to announce the launch of a new short course: Getting it Right: right expert, right job, right... Read more continue reading

ANZIIF reflects on 140 years of growth and achievement

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The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is proud to celebrate 140 years of operation in 2024. As the year draws to a close, we reflect... Read more continue reading

Statement from Sarah Abood, CEO of the FAAA, on advice fee consent

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“The FAAA remains focused on achieving efficiency improvements for members in the financial advice fee consent process. The current lack of standardisation has made it a very inefficient and frustrating... Read more continue reading