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Government sharpens APRA, ASIC focus on economic growth
20 July 2026

Australia’s two key financial regulators have been told to place greater weight on economic growth and productivity under new statements of expectations released by the federal government

Variable mortgage momentum continues as lenders reprice
20 July 2026

Borrowers have continued to turn their backs on fixed-rate mortgages, with variable-rate loans accounting for almost nine in 10 broker-originated home loans in the June quarter, according to ...

Coastal home owners lead reverse mortgage uptick
20 July 2026

Regions along NSW’s coast have emerged as leading hotspots for reverse mortgages, claiming four of the five top postcodes for the product’s demand in the state.

Westpac eases investor lending policy
17 July 2026

Westpac has relaxed two key investment lending policies, lowering the minimum deposit required for some borrowers while extending the maximum interest-only term available on eligible loans

Property caps and rules updated under 5% Deposit Scheme
17 July 2026

New property price caps, retained savings requirements, and refinancing rules have come into effect under the 5 per cent Deposit Scheme.

‘Stop reacting and start preparing’, brokers told
17 July 2026

Brokers have been urged to move beyond reacting to market shifts and instead build businesses capable of adapting, as policy reforms, economic uncertainty, and rapid technological change ...

Upgraders drive record June quarter for AFG
16 July 2026

Home owners looking to trade up have become an increasingly dominant force in the broker market, with upgrader activity reaching near-record levels, according to new data.

‘Smoke and mirror’ tactics of subvention finance flagged
16 July 2026

Vehicle dealers are increasingly pushing subvention finance to lure in cash-strapped buyers, creating a misapprehension among borrowers about the true cost of their purchase, brokers have ...

HSBC sets out fraud response after $35m penalty
16 July 2026

HSBC has revealed the steps it is taking to strengthen its fraud controls and compensate affected customers after being hit with a $35 million fraud penalty.

Homesafe rolls out equity release product across regional Victoria
16 July 2026

Homesafe has expanded into regional Victoria, making its equity release product available to home owners across several new markets as demand for retirement funding options grows.

Auction retreat prompts more measured buyers, brokers say
16 July 2026

Auction volumes have begun to slump as the softening housing market reshapes buyer behaviour, with brokers reporting a more cautious approach from borrowers.

Business confidence returns, but SMEs remain cautious on credit
15 July 2026

While confidence is returning for many Australian businesses, new data has indicated that many SMEs remain reluctant to take on new debt despite easing cost pressures.

Arca releases fraud correction guidance for credit providers
15 July 2026

Arca has released new guidance encouraging credit providers to take a more streamlined approach when handling requests to correct fraudulent credit inquiries.

Arc Money expands broker push with senior distribution appointment
15 July 2026

Non-bank lender Arc Money has appointed a private lending executive to lead its distribution strategy, as it seeks to deepen its broker footprint across Australia.

Submissions and nominations are now open for the Australian AI Awards 2026
15 July 2026

The search for Australia’s leading innovators in artificial intelligence has officially begun.