Options discussed include getting your own credit licence (ACL), or becoming a credit representative of another licensee.

More is expected of directors of professional trustees than is expected of directors of some other kinds of corporation.

This part covers the introduction, unpacking each obligation as an "ingredient" and how they eventually come together.

Adverse repercussions for putting a contract with UCTs before a small business or individual have been strengthened.

Employers should be aware that new laws prohibiting workplace bullying are in force and bullying claims will be lodged.

This part will cover the legal position in relation to promotional materials and misleading and deceptive conduct.

This article focuses on a Proposals Paper entitled Design and Distribution Obligations and Product Intervention Power.

AFSL holders have an obligation to report to ASIC if they become aware of any changes of control in their AFSL entity.

This is the second and final blog which considers the changes, and current trends in licence applications and variations.

Although some of these are specific to the credit industry, many of the points are applicable to AFSL holders as well.

The Trowbridge Report recommends that the life insurance and financial advice sectors adopt reforms across 3 broad areas.

You have an obligation not to tip-off the customer about your suspicions, even after the report is lodged with AUSTRAC.

Further financial pain seems inevitable for both landlords and tenants in the COVID-19 commercial lease rental market.

Treasury released a Consultation Paper outlining the Government's proposed approach to regulating crypto assets.

List of common mistakes that licensees make and how to avoid them. Note that many points are applicable to AFSL holders.

We've set out a few thoughts on the compliance areas your business should spend on, and some areas where you could save.

Being able to sever ties with an adviser who breaches your AFS licence obligations is very important for licensees.

Severing ties with an adviser who causes a breach of your AFSL obligations is an important consideration for licensees.

Reporting entities, while not required to update their AML/CTF Programs in light of these changes, should review them.

"WannaCry" attack combined ransomware with a worm virus and spread quickly.