Questions raised over social media on death

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As social media proliferates, dealing with a loved one’s digital footprint after their death will become an increasingly complicated issue, says Anna Hacker, wills and estates accredited specialist at Equity

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ANZ completes sale of Trustees to Equity Trustees

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ANZ yesterday announced it has completed the sale of ANZ Trustees Limited to Equity Trustees Limited. As part of the agreement, ANZ formed a new strategic relationship with Equity Trustees

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Australia needs to make CIVs Asia-friendly

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Mr Kalman said that it should be seen as an imperative that Australia aligns its financial services compliance and tax regimes with international practice, as well as coming into line

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Risk and Compliance elevated to separate business unit – Amanda Noble appointed to new executive role

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Amanda Noble has joined Equity Trustees Limited in the newly created role of Head of Risk and Compliance. Reporting directly to Managing Director, Mr Robin Burns, she will head up

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Aged care to cost more after June 30

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The Aged Care reforms due to come into effect on 1 July 2014 will see retirees paying more for their admission to, and ongoing care in, aged care facilities, says

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New appointment targets financial adviser relationships

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Mani Papakonstantinos has joined Equity Trustees Limited’s (EQT) funds distribution business as key account manager, with responsibility for further building EQT’s relationships with financial advisers in Victoria and West Australia.

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Too many families powerless when elderly decline mentally

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Far too many retired Australians have not granted a financial Enduring Power of Attorney, which can lead to problems for their loved ones and unnecessary family conflict, said Anna Hacker,

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EQT confirms George Boubouras as CIO

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George Boubouras has been confirmed as chief investment officer at listed financial services company Equity Trustees Limited (EQT). Mr Boubouras was appointed to the role on an interim basis in

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EQT recruits financial services marketing specialist

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Lisa Barp has been appointed general manager, marketing, at listed financial services organisation Equity Trustees Limited (EQT). Ms Barp has more than 20 years’ marketing experience in Australia, the UK

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EQT appoints two equities investments analysts

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Listed financial services company Equity Trustees Limited (EQT) has appointed Michael Kordick and Thi Doan as investment analysts within its Australian equities team, reporting to chief investment officer George Boubouras

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