New website to assist Australians to make better financial decisions

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To continue helping Australians to make informed financial decisions, the Financial Planning Association (FPA) is proud to unveil a new consumer website, fpadifference.com.au. The new and improved website is part

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Government and opposition welcome Financial Planning Week

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On the launch of the 12th annual Financial Planning Week, the Minister and Shadow Minister for Financial Services and Superannuation have found common ground in announcing their support for the

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Financial Planning Week aims to improve consumer trust and confidence

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Today marks the commencement of the Financial Planning Association’s (FPA) 12th consecutive Financial Planning Week. The national event is a week-long initiative (20 August-26 August) held by the FPA that

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CFP® designation achieves highest enrolment levels in post-GFC environment

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The Financial Planning Association of Australian (FPA) today announced record enrolments for its most recent intake of its Certified Financial Planner® certification program which closed last week. Mark Rantall, CEO

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FPA champions Professional Leadership

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August and September continues a packed calendar of professional events throughout Australia with a sporting twist. The Financial Planning Association (FPA) will host a number of sporting champions to share

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FPA: Australians turning to a trusted voice during uncertain times

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June marked a welcome new engagement benchmark for the Financial Planning Association’s (FPA) consumer outreach, as record numbers of Australians read, heard or clicked through to the FPA’s message of

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CFP® certification opens doors to more opportunities

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Enrolment for the second intake of 2012 in the Certified Financial Planner® Certification Program closes on July 13, 2012. World-renowned, the CFP designation is shared by 5,500 Australian professional financial

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FPA Board extends chairman’s term

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FPA chairman Mathew Rowe has agreed to extend his term until November, 2014. Announcing his decision Mr Rowe cited the “job left to do” in raising the professional bar on

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FPA calls on ASIC for further clarity on national standards

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The Financial Planning Association (FPA) has responded to the ASIC announcement last week on the next phase in its proposal to implement a national exam for financial planners. The FPA is calling

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Professional financial planners address change ahead of End of Financial Year

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With end of financial year fast approaching, the Financial Planning Association (FPA) invited members to share their top tips for financial planners during this busy period. Mark Rantall, CEO of

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