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New growth chapter opens for Western Sydney businesses
7 July 2026

New data has shown Greater Western Sydney businesses moving back into growth mode, with commercial lending outperforming the broader NSW market as firms invest in property, equipment, and ...

Household Capital to acquire Macquarie reverse mortgage portfolio
7 July 2026

Household Capital is set to expand its reverse mortgage portfolio after striking a deal to acquire a loan book from Macquarie Bank.

SMSF lending tipped for commercial property shift
7 July 2026

The incoming ban on residential property borrowing through SMSFs could push more business owners towards commercial property and open a new avenue for the third-party channel, brokers have ...

Bridgit loan book hits $1bn as bridging demand surges
7 July 2026

Bridging lender Bridgit has reached $1 billion in its loan book, five years after launching into the Australian market.

Brokers must accept ‘a new world’ has arrived: FBAA
6 July 2026

The incoming ban on SMSF residential lending is a new reality brokers “must accept”, according to the new CEO of the FBAA.

Resi raises $500m in inaugural RMBS
6 July 2026

The YBR-owned lender has concluded its inaugural public residential mortgage-backed securities transaction, raising $500 million to help it provide additional funding.

Elders acquires finance brokerage
6 July 2026

Brokerage and sub-aggregator Elders Finance has expanded its financial services footprint after acquiring finance brokerage AAA+ Financial Solutions and AAA Consulting.

Lendi Group expands into new Sydney HQ
6 July 2026

As Lendi Group continues its evolution as a fintech company, the group has moved to a new head office in one of Sydney’s most significant industrial sites.

ANZ appoints former NAB leader to board
3 July 2026

The major bank has announced the appointment of the experienced banking executive, known for her work at both NAB and Westpac.

New Bank of Sydney CEO appointed
3 July 2026

The non-major bank has concluded its search for a new CEO, confirming the appointment this week.

Poor calendar management limiting broker growth
3 July 2026

Broker coach and Broker Essentials founder Jason Back has warned that brokers trapped in reactive mode have little time left for the activities that generate growth.

Broker Joseph Daoud secures tennis match with Prime Minister
2 July 2026

It’s Simple Finance broker Joseph Daoud is set to serve up some tough questions to the Prime Minister after placing a winning bid for a charity tennis match with Anthony Albanese.

Momentum shifts as CBA and Westpac lead business lending growth
2 July 2026

Commonwealth Bank of Australia and Westpac emerged as the fastest-growing major business lenders in May, replacing ANZ after it topped the rankings the previous month.

Fouracre Financial acquires Dash Lending after Dashdot collapse
2 July 2026

Brokerage Fouracre Financial has teamed up with buyer’s agent InvestorKit to acquire key assets from liquidated Dashdot, including its broking business and its proprietary technology ...

New financial-year reforms will squeeze SMEs, HIA warns
2 July 2026

A wave of new financial-year reforms could have a “cumulative impact” on small businesses’ operations and cash flow, the Housing Industry Association has warned.