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NSW Finance Minister Courtney Houssos has labelled housing “the defining challenge of this age”, warning that the state risks losing young workers and stifling economic growth unless ...

Over 30 professionals and businesses leading the way in artificial intelligence innovation in Australia have been recognised at the Australian AI Awards 2026.

A newly launched index has found revenue growth among SMEs has faltered, as businesses contend with falling cash reserves and declining sales.

With brokers writing 80 per cent of home loans, what comes next? Mortgage industry commentator Sam Boer reveals what’s required to survive “peak broker”.

Despite the adverse conditions many Australian businesses are facing, business lending demand has so far defied the downward trajectory of home lending.

This week’s policy round-up includes a wide variety of movements and launches from major banks and non-bank lenders, including a new lender on the 5 per cent Deposit Scheme. Here’s all you ...

AI fintech Cynario has brought more than 45 lender calculators under one roof with the launch of a new tool that connects policy research, product comparisons and serviceability assessments

Ubank has set its sights on sole traders with an expanded home loan offering aimed at making it easier for eligible self-employed borrowers to access finance.

Another non-bank lender has been added to the federal government’s 5 per cent Deposit Scheme, becoming the second non-bank addition to the expanding initiative.

Submissions are now open for Australia’s new national ranking of specialist investment mortgage brokerages.

Cyber security incidents surged by 20 per cent in the past financial year, with financial and insurance services among the top five sectors reporting incidents, according to the federal ...

Non-bank lender ScotPac has tweaked its lending policy and capacity across three core products, as SMEs continue to seek funding amid rising costs and shifting business needs.

Non-bank lender Prime Capital has launched a new portal to allow brokers to monitor their loan applications in real time.

Non-bank lender Bizcap has doubled its Fast Business Loan limit to $1 million, increasing the funding available to eligible Australian SMEs without property security.

Aggregator Finsure has launched an AI vetting tool to strengthen compliance and flag risks before broker accreditation, declining 13 prospective brokers in its first six weeks of operation