Compliance

APRA warns of risks to financial system stability

by Ben Squires • 9 Jun 2026
The prudential regulator has said Australia’s financial system remains strong but flagged several key issues that... READ MORE

MFAA calls for careful targeting in any referrer reforms

by Ben Squires • 8 Jun 2026
The body’s submission to Treasury’s lead generation consultation has highlighted the potential for reforms to... READ MORE

ABA pushes for tightening of CSLR rules

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 2 Jun 2026
The ABA is calling for an overhaul of the CSLR, warning that without changes, the safety net risks double‑paying some... READ MORE

APRA keeps serviceability settings steady amid uncertainty

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 29 May 2026
The prudential regulator has opted for stability, holding key mortgage controls in place. READ MORE

ASIC issues warning on look-alike notices for business renewals

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 27 May 2026
ASIC has sounded the alarm on a wave of unofficial renewal notices that resemble its own paperwork. READ MORE

MFAA presses for fair share of soaring CSLR bill

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 25 May 2026
The MFAA is calling for fundamental changes to prevent brokers from subsidising financial advice compensation claims... READ MORE

Who is the real victim in mortgage fraud?

by Kit Johnson • 18 May 2026
Think mortgage fraud is just a victimless crime against wealthy banks? Broker and former intelligence analyst Kit... READ MORE

AUSTRAC flags AI fraud surge as lenders bolster defences

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 18 May 2026
Australia’s financial crime watchdog has sounded a fresh alarm on AI‑enabled money laundering as lenders move to... READ MORE

When fraud is found, innocent brokers should not become collateral...

by Phil Rice • 7 May 2026
The blanket freezing of innocent brokers’ businesses undermines natural justice and destroys professional... READ MORE

APRA demands ‘step change’ in financial sector AI controls

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 4 May 2026
The prudential regulator has warned that AI risk management is lagging behind fast‑evolving adoption, flagging cyber... READ MORE