Charlie Tchetchenian is a senior journalist at Momentum's mortgage broking title, The Adviser. Charlie writes news, features and original articles about the Australian broking industry, the mortgage market, financial regulation and the wider lending landscape. Prior to joining The Adviser in early 2026, Charlie worked as a digital reporter for News24.com.au (formerly Sky News Australia) and has been a journalist writing for numerous independent community publications in Sydney’s north-west. Charlie has also worked as a political adviser for ex-New South Wales treasurer Matthew Kean. When Charlie is not writing news, he is performing as a jazz singer, holding regular headline shows around Sydney. Get in touch with Charlie at [email protected]
LNP proposes building code overhaul, slams expanded deposit scheme
The Coalition has proposed a major rewrite of Australia’s building rules while also criticising the federal government’s 5 per cent Deposit Scheme.
BORROWER • Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Earlypay flags working capital opportunity amid SME uncertainty
Earlypay has said that rising costs and uneven business conditions are reshaping the conversations surrounding SME funding decisions across Australia.
BROKER • Thu, 13 Aug 2026
ANZ applications slide as Suncorp mortgage book contracts
ANZ’s latest trading update has revealed increasing pressure beneath otherwise resilient lending, earnings, and margin performance.
LENDER • Thu, 13 Aug 2026
RBA flags ‘sharp’ fall in new housing commitments
Housing finance is entering a slower phase, according to the RBA, as government policy and rising rates reshape demand nationwide.
BORROWER • Wed, 12 Aug 2026
NAB consolidates Ubank oversight and technology leadership
Two senior exits at NAB have prompted a leaner leadership structure, with digital banking responsibilities also shifting.
LENDER • Wed, 12 Aug 2026
CBA broker flows rise as mortgage applications fall
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s broker channel gained ground in new lending over the year, with the post-budget slowdown reshaping mortgage demand.
LENDER • Wed, 12 Aug 2026
Bullock flags ‘quite possible’ path to higher rates
The RBA’s unanimous decision to hold the cash rate steady has not removed the prospect of further tightening, the governor has signalled.
BORROWER • Tue, 11 Aug 2026
AFG appoints first head of sales – broker services
AFG’s latest leadership appointment is set to bring broker-service and growth ambitions into clearer national alignment.
AGGREGATOR • Tue, 11 Aug 2026
RBA reveals latest cash rate decision
The Reserve Bank Monetary Policy Board has announced its August cash rate decision, as it works to tackle above-target inflation.
BORROWER • Tue, 11 Aug 2026