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A Passion for Professionalism

During a recent weekend at my partner’s parents we discussed at length their financial predicament. They’ve retired, but due to recent market volatility ... [more]

Something in the Air

The Rudd Government has wasted no time in announcing dozens of policies and be­ginning work to restore social equity and focus on issues ... [more]

Straight down to business

Credit where credit is due - in this case to the FPA conference organisers, under Jo- Anne Bloch’s leadership. It was only a ... [more]

Talking Points

Every print or broadcast advertisement from a funds management firm aimed at the end investor invariably carries the line: ‘see your financial adviser’. ... [more]

The Fallout Continues

While the dust seems to have settled, at least temporarily, in the worldwide fallout from the US sub-prime home lending crunch, one question ... [more]

Professional Principals

How can a consumer be granted appropri­ate advice when they are paid out of a managed fund or risk product? Where do direct ... [more]