Lender

BiiGGA joins Viking’s commercial lending panel
11 August 2026

BiiGGA has joined Viking Aggregation’s commercial lending panel, giving brokers access to the lender’s working capital products for SME clients.

Finance Specialist: Is the yield chase getting risky?
10 August 2026

As residential yields compress, investors are increasingly looking beyond traditional property plays for stronger returns, with commercial property, unit blocks, and higher-yielding regional ...

Trio of appointments announced at Trilogy Funds
10 August 2026

Trilogy Funds has expanded its financing team with three senior appointments as the non-bank lender looks to meet growing demand for construction finance across Australia.

Major banks united on cash rate forecast
10 August 2026

As the Reserve Bank of Australia edges closer to its next cash rate decision on 11 August, the major banks are united in forecasting an extended hold.

RedZed launches EasyRefi as SMSF lending enters new era
7 August 2026

Non-bank lender RedZed has launched a streamlined refinance process for SMSF loans, as lenders reposition ahead of the federal government’s ban on new residential SMSF lending.

The policy round-up: Lender changes at a glance 31 July–7 August
7 August 2026

New products, partnerships, and policy changes have come to market this week. Here’s a round-up of the key updates brokers should be aware of.

Business Accelerator: From first home buyer to lifelong client
6 August 2026

Liberty Financial’s appointment to the Home Guarantee Scheme’s 5 per cent Deposit Scheme panel is the latest move aimed at expanding opportunities for first home buyers.

Newcastle Permanent launches McDonald Jones loan partnership
6 August 2026

Newcastle Permanent has launched a new loan partnership with home builder McDonald Jones Homes, offering discounted rates on eligible properties in the Hunter Region.

Bendigo appoints senior UK banker to executive team
6 August 2026

A senior UK banking executive has been appointed as Bendigo Bank’s new chief customer officer.

Macquarie reverse mortgage portfolio sale completed
5 August 2026

Household Capital has completed the acquisition of Macquarie Bank’s reverse mortgage book, as specialist lenders continue to secure a slice of a growing equity release market.