AFCA welcomes banks’ scams accord

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The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has welcomed the announcement of a scams prevention accord by Australian banks. “We have been calling for stronger action and for a consistent approach... Read more continue reading

iExtend appoints industry expert to Advisory Board

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iExtend is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Goss to the iExtend Advisory Board, adding further depth and experience to the existing Board as iExtend continues to consider future... Read more continue reading

TAL campaign shows the value of life insurance Whatever Life Holds

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Leading Australian life insurer, TAL, has launched a new brand campaign, ‘Whatever Life Holds’, portraying the defining moments – the highlights and the challenges – experienced by Australians throughout life.... Read more continue reading

Duncan Hodnett joins Epsilon Direct Lending to head distribution as investor focus on Australian direct lending ramps up

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Specialist Australian middle-market corporate direct lending fund manager, Epsilon Direct Lending, has announced the appointment of Duncan Hodnett as Head of Investor Relations and Distribution. A well-regarded senior industry professional, Hodnett... Read more continue reading

RIAA announces appointment of Co-CEOs to lead the organisation’s next chapter

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The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) is pleased to unveil the appointment of Co-CEOs, Estelle Parker and Dean Hegarty to take up the leadership of the organisation, marking an important... Read more continue reading

MLC Life Insurance expands support for advisers with senior hires

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MLC Life Insurance has bolstered the strength and experience of its Northern Region Retail Distribution team with the appointment of three experienced business development managers, who will be instrumental in... Read more continue reading

Small businesses complaints to AFCA up 9 per cent

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Small businesses in dispute with financial service providers took 3,807 complaints to the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) in 2022-23, a rise of 9 per cent on the previous financial... Read more continue reading

Settlement of Buyer of Last Resort class action proceedings 

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AMP has announced that an agreement has been reached to settle the class action brought on behalf of certain advice practices authorised by AMP Financial Planning Pty Limited (AMPFP) as... Read more continue reading

The best of financial planning in Australia recognised at inaugural FAAA Awards

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The Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) has announced the 2023 winners of the inaugural FAAA Awards across six professional categories. They are: FAAA CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® of the Year Award:... Read more continue reading

BTC Markets CEO Caroline Bowler Responds to DOJ announcement

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Yesterday’s announcement regarding the settlement agreement between the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Binance, reminds everyone in the space about the fundamental ethos of Bitcoin and crypto. Bitcoin was conceived... Read more continue reading