Annie Kane

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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.

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Peter White AM steps down from FBAA

The long-serving managing director of the broker association is stepping down from his leadership role at the body.

BROKER • Thu, 12 Feb 2026

Broker share climbs to 95% at AMP

The non-major bank’s broker volumes continued to increase over FY25, even as lending volumes remained soft.

GROWTH • Thu, 12 Feb 2026

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Over 2k borrowers apply for Help to Buy

The federal government’s new shared equity home ownership scheme has approved 2,356 applications since launching in December.

BORROWER • Wed, 11 Feb 2026

Is a partner the new must-have property deposit?

The growing cost of housing is dashing the hopes of single home buyers, with 70 per cent of single Millennials believing home ownership is a mathematical impossibility ...

BORROWER • Tue, 10 Feb 2026

Wellness Wednesday: Matt Erwin, Cashman Consulting

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, 10 Feb 2026

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REA Group acquires Simplicity Loans & Advisory

REA Group has announced it has agreed to acquire 70 per cent of the major commercial finance brokerage, with the intention to acquire the rest at a later date.

BROKER • Tue, 10 Feb 2026

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Leading CEOs unveil what it takes to run a Top 25 Brokerage

Leaders of the biggest brokerages in Australia have revealed the key pillars of success for running a major brokerage in 2026.

GROWTH • Mon, 09 Feb 2026

Challenger makes bid for Pepper Money

Investment management firm Challenger has made an offer to acquire non-bank lender Pepper Money, with discussions ongoing.

LENDER • Sun, 08 Feb 2026

Australia’s Top 25 Brokerages revealed!

The leading mortgage and finance brokerages in Australia have been revealed in The Adviser’s annual Top 25 Brokerages ranking for 2026, partnered by Liberty.

BROKER • Sun, 08 Feb 2026

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