FAAA responds to Quality of Advice Review recommendations

From

Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA) CEO Sarah Abood has congratulated Financial Services Minister Steven Jones on the strong response to the Quality of Advice Review. “We are particularly pleased... Read more continue reading

ANZIIF announces theme and panellists for 2023 Diversity and Inclusion Seminar

From

ANZIIF (Australia New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance) is proud to announce the panellists for this year’s Diversity and Inclusion Seminar which will take place on 29 June. “We... Read more continue reading

Zurich appoints Chief Claims Officer

From

Zurich Financial Services Australia (Zurich) has announced the appointment of Matt Paterson to the newly created position of Chief Claims Officer (CCO), Australia and New Zealand. Reporting directly to Chief... Read more continue reading

Positive step towards accessible and affordable high-quality advice  

From

The Federal Government’s response to the Quality of Advice Review is a  positive step towards ensuring Australians have greater access to high quality, accessible and affordable financial advice, says SMSF... Read more continue reading

Government QAR response a good start but more needed to ensure life insurance advice is accessible and affordable for Australians

From

The leading voice of life insurance in Australia welcomes the Federal Government’s initial response to the Quality of Advice Review (QAR) and urges the Government to ensure legislation better serves... Read more continue reading

TAA welcomes Government’s formal response to QAR

From

The Advisers Association (TAA) welcomes the Government’s formal response to the Quality of Advice Review (QAR) announced yesterday. TAA is broadly supportive of the fact that the Government has indicated... Read more continue reading

Tax time – make this year different and build a legacy of giving

From

As 30 June approaches, maximising tax deductions is top of mind for many. One of the simplest options available is to make a charitable donation that helps others in need.... Read more continue reading

Tim Martin appointed to the Count Limited Board

From

Count Limited (Count) (ASX: CUP) has announced that following an extensive search process, Tim Martin has been appointed to the Board of the Company. Hugh Humphrey, Count CEO, said Mr... Read more continue reading

Report finds banks mishandling deceased estates

From

An inquiry into handling of deceased estates has found instances of poor practice and non-compliance with the Banking Code of Practice[1] among the six banks in the study. “Managing the affairs of... Read more continue reading

Zenith Investment Partners and Chant West achieve B Corp Certification

From

Zenith Investment Partners and Chant West have achieved certification as a B Corporation (B Corp) by global non-profit organisation, B Lab.  The certification recognises that they have met high standards... Read more continue reading