Annie Kane is the managing editor of Momentum's mortgage broking title, The Adviser. As well as leading the editorial strategy, Annie writes news and features about the Australian broking industry, the mortgage market, financial regulation, fintechs and the wider lending landscape. She is also the host of the Elite Broker, New Broker, Mortgage & Finance Leader, Women in Finance and In Focus podcasts and The Adviser Live webcasts. Annie regularly emcees industry events and awards, such as the Better Business Summit, the Women in Finance Summit as well as other industry events. Prior to joining The Adviser in 2016, Annie wrote for The Guardian Australia and had a speciality in sustainability. She has also had her work published in several leading consumer titles, including Elle (Australia) magazine, BBC Music, BBC History and Homes & Antiques magazines.
Broking industry calls for ‘line in the sand’ as payroll tax issue intensifies
The mortgage broking industry has told the NSW government’s payroll tax inquiry that a “nebulous pool of uncertainty” surrounding payroll tax is threatening the viability ...
COMPLIANCE • Thu, 08 Jan 2026
Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 5–9 January
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 9 January.
BORROWER • Thu, 08 Jan 2026
Policy think tanks call on government to reduce CGT discount
Submissions to the government’s capital gains tax discount inquiry have said the discount is overly generous and must be pared back.
GROWTH • Thu, 08 Jan 2026
Government and banks offer support for Qld flood victims
Borrowers impacted by flooding in north-west Queensland may be able to access disaster relief from their lenders and new disaster recovery grants from the government.
BORROWER • Wed, 07 Jan 2026
Apartments help deliver 15% lift in dwelling approvals
Building approvals jumped 15.2 per cent in November, with economists noting that a surge in apartment projects has pushed the monthly figure to its highest level since ...
GROWTH • Wed, 07 Jan 2026
Help to Buy launches in WA
Eligible home buyers in Western Australia are now able to access the federal government’s shared equity home buying scheme.
BORROWER • Tue, 06 Jan 2026
Wellness Wednesday: Ruan Burger, Success & Broker
With the world of broking being as busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure they can deal with the stress of a constant barrage of phone calls, emails, and meetings
GROWTH • Tue, 06 Jan 2026
Westpac sees spike in owner-occupied lending
The major bank had the largest monthly growth in owner-occupied lending of all banks in November 2025, according to new stats from APRA.
LENDER • Mon, 05 Jan 2026
Bradman’s Baggy Green used as security for business loan
A rare piece of cricket history – Sir Donald Bradman’s 1947–48 Baggy Green cap – has been used as collateral for a $500,000 business loan.
LENDER • Mon, 05 Jan 2026