Blue Sky raises $45 million in first stage of capital raising

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Blue Sky Alternative Investments Limited has successfully raised $45.1 million through a placement and the accelerated component of a one for ten entitlement offer to professional and sophisticated investors. This... Read more continue reading

FPA National Roadshow numbers swell in wake of Budget

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The Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA) has seen a strong start to the 2016 FPA National Roadshow in light of recent regulatory changes. Financial planners around the country are... Read more continue reading

SMSFs remain ‘best super option’ post Budget

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The changes to superannuation in the federal Budget highlight why self-managed super funds (SMSFs) still provide the best option for people who want to be self-sufficient in retirement. SMSF Association... Read more continue reading

Key findings of the inaugural Investment Trends 2015 Direct Client Report

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Key findings of the Investment Trends 2015 Direct Client Report: Australians understand the benefits of financial advice, but many do not intend to turn to a financial planner for help... Read more continue reading

AMP Limited reports first quarter cashflows and AUM, and provides an Australian wealth protection update

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AMP Limited (ASX: AMP; ADR: AMLYY) yesterday reported cashflows and assets under management (AUM) for the first quarter to 31 March 2016 and an update on its Australian wealth protection business.... Read more continue reading

OneVue appoints new sales head

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In order to serve its growing client base, OneVue has appointed a new sales executive to its expanding sales and relationship management team. Stephen Karrasch rejoins OneVue as Head of... Read more continue reading

AFA Leaders Forum defines ‘The Adaptive Practice’

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The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) is encouraging advisers to think about the adaptability of their practice by addressing changing consumer preferences, the costs to deliver quality financial advice and... Read more continue reading

Search for 2016 Adviser and Practice of the Year begins

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The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA), in partnership with Zurich, have opened nominations for the 2016 AFA Adviser of the Year and AFA Practice of the Year awards (the Awards),... Read more continue reading

2016 AFA Female Excellence in Advice Award – call for nominations

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The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) and leading life insurer TAL are calling on female financial advisers to nominate for the 2016 AFA/TAL Female Excellence in Advice Award (the Award)... Read more continue reading

Fortnum Advisers picks up award-winning guardian practice

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Former Guardian Advice practice Griffin Financial Services has joined leading non-institutionally owned dealer group, Fortnum Financial Advisers, following an extensive review of the market. The award winning Sydney-based practice, which specialises in... Read more continue reading