Lender
2 April 2026
Majors dominate commercial lending flows, non-banks lead in service
New data has shown a gap between lender usage and performance, with major banks dominating broker flows, while non-bank and mid-tier lenders leading on turnaround times and ...
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Borrower
Warning issued as bank scams grow in sophistication
2 April 2026
Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in impersonating banks, leading to a warning from the federal police for borrowers to be on their guard.
Lender
Brokers flag ‘hidden cost’ in 5% Deposit Scheme
2 April 2026
Brokers have warned that hidden costs are emerging under the government’s 5 per cent Deposit Scheme, as prices continue to grow at the lower end of the market.
Economy
RLO exemption extended as fuel pressures mount
1 April 2026
The federal government has extended the small business responsible lending obligations exemption by 10 years as part of a support package for businesses struggling with the ...