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CSLR finally passes Parliament

by Annie Kane • 26 Jun 2023
Legislation for the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR) has passed, with the scheme expected to be operational... READ MORE

MFAA backs AFCA’s early triage scheme

by Annie Kane • 20 Jun 2023
The broker association has backed a proposal that would grant the financial complaints body “discretion” to close a... READ MORE

Rent freezes and rent caps must be put to rest: REIA

by Reporter • 13 Jun 2023
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) is urging an end to the prolonged speculation surrounding rent freezes,... READ MORE

Broking industry welcomes move to regulate BNPL

by Annie Kane • 23 May 2023
Several members of the mortgage broking industry have welcomed the news that the buy now, pay later sector is set to be... READ MORE

AI could increase competition in the banking sector

by • 23 May 2023
While artificial intelligence threatens routine jobs, it could also spark increased competition in the banking sector,... READ MORE

AMP hit with $24m penalty

by Reporter • 19 May 2023
AMP Life and AMP Financial Planning have been issued a $24 million penalty for charging deceased customers. READ MORE

New complaints power must be ‘measured’, say associations

by Annie Kane • 19 May 2023
Careful consideration should be given to how consumer advocacy groups can complain to the ACCC, broking associations... READ MORE

Consumer advocacy groups to be able to complain to ACCC

by Annie Kane • 18 May 2023
From mid-2024, consumer and small-business advocates will be able to lodge complaints relating to “systemic consumer... READ MORE

ASIC sues Money3 for alleged responsible lending breaches

by Annie Kane • 17 May 2023
The financial services regulator has commenced civil penalty proceedings in the Federal Court against a car loan... READ MORE

ATO to crack down on false property claims

by • 16 May 2023
The ATO will sharpen its focus on rental deductions and capital gains tax next financial year, putting millions of... READ MORE