Marisa Broome: Driving better outcomes for all
The former FPA chair was awarded life membership from the association last November, an achievement that typified the dedication and commitment through voluntary roles to drive the profession forward.
April 06, 2023
Vanguard cuts fee of VAF to 0.10pc
Vanguard has reduced the fee of the Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF (VAF) to 0.10 per cent, effective today.
April 06, 2023
Mercer appoints two BT Super executives to Pacific leadership team
Mercer has appointed former BT Super executives Andrew Wallace and Corrin Collocott to its Pacific leadership team, following the completed merger of BT Super into the Mercer Super Trust.
April 06, 2023
QAR to the side, let’s get on with it
Speculating about the financial outcome of QAR can be frustrating, especially since the Government indicated it will not comment on the Michelle Levy report until after the May Federal Budget. Instead, advice businesses should focus on the areas within their control, such as driving process improvements, Neil Younger writes.
April 05, 2023
Modest YFYS changes leave a $3b question unanswered
The significant changes required to make the Your Future, Your Super performance test more effective were not forthcoming, writes David Bell. However, the recommended changes will have a positive impact and show the Government listen to industry feedback.
April 05, 2023
Hostplus reduces fees on member choice investment option
Hostplus reduced its fees for Choiceplus, lowering platform administration, brokerage and transaction account fees.
April 05, 2023
Spark Financial Group launches digital investing solution
Spark Financial Group has launched a white label digital investing solution called Spark Invest, developed in conjunction with investment platform OpenInvest.
April 05, 2023
Fidelity launches metaverse experience
Fidelity International has launched a metaverse experience called Fidelity International Campus that aims to encourage financial literacy and educate users on the importance of financial planning, money management and investing.
April 05, 2023
Fortnum appoints practice engagement and growth manager
Fortnum Private Wealth has appointed former senior Insignia Financial advice delivery consultant Samantha Sun as practice engagement and growth manager for Victoria, South Australia, and Tasmania.
April 05, 2023
Governance leader appointed to NZ Super guardians board
Governance leader Fiona Oliver has been appointed to the board of the Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation.
April 05, 2023
Govt announces YFYS test changes
The Government has announced several proposed changes for the Your Future, Your Super performance test, which it will consult on.
April 04, 2023
It’s okay to turn away potential unprofitable clients
Demand overwhelmingly outweighs supply and advisers must make pragmatic decisions about utilising their limited capacity on serving the right clients.
April 04, 2023
