Joint statement on Education Reform for Financial Advisers

The Joint Associations Working Group (JAWG) strongly supports the government’s proposed education reforms for financial advisers. These reforms will expand the availability of high-quality, trusted financial advice for Australians while... Read more continue reading

Citi extends partnership with Hostplus to provide custodial and fund services

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Citi Services has announced it has won a mandate to provide custodial and fund services to superannuation fund Hostplus in a five-year contract extension. Citi was the incumbent party in... Read more continue reading

Zenith Investment Partners assigns LGT Capital Partners’ multi-alternatives and semi-liquid private equity funds the highest possible rating

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Zenith Investment Partners (Zenith) has conducted its annual review of the Australian fund management industry and assigned the LGT Multi-Alternatives Australia Fund (LMAAF) a “Highly Recommended” rating for the fourth... Read more continue reading

Weekly economic and market update – week ending 19 April, 2026

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Investment markets and key developments Global share markets rose further over the last week on optimism for a peace deal with Iran, with US and Japanese shares rising to record... Read more continue reading

Financial advice Joint Licensees open letter to Treasurer Mulino

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An open letter to the Hon DR Daniel Mulino MP, Minister for Financial Services Published on behalf of the Licensee Leadership Forum and its members representing over 5,000 advisers across... Read more continue reading

Axight acquires stake in La Trobe Financial from Brookfield

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Axight, an Asia-focused private equity investment manager, has agreed to acquire a significant minority stake in La Trobe Financial, an Australia-based alternative asset manager, from Brookfield’s private equity business. The... Read more continue reading

60 years of RISC: ANZIIF’s flagship Reinsurance Course continues to shape the next generation of industry leaders

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ANZIIF is marking a major milestone, with the 60th year of its Reinsurance International Study Course (RISC) continuing to deliver one of the most immersive and sought-after learning experiences. Widely... Read more continue reading

Esencia Wealth expands into Queensland with a multi-merger

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Leading Australian advice firm Esencia Wealth has announced its expansion into Queensland, merging with two financial advice firms and adding approximately 300 clients to its growing portfolio. The company recently... Read more continue reading

Future2 Impact Report shows real difference being made to grassroots causes

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Future2 Foundation supported more than 1,200 people in 2025 and awarded 12 grants to programs assisting vulnerable and under-served groups, including women experiencing financial hardship, young people, and First Nations... Read more continue reading

HESTA announces CEO appointment

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The HESTA Board has announced the appointment of Robbie Campo as CEO of the $100 billion profit-to-members industry fund, effective August 2026[1]. HESTA Chair Nicola Roxon congratulated Ms Campo on... Read more continue reading