Investing in low-growth marketsMon, 19 Dec 2011 The world might be turning Japanese as it faces a decade of lost growth, says international author Satyajit Das.
ETF Strategy Day: The low cost advisory modelWed, 12 Oct 2011 Tria Investment Partners' Andrew Baker discusses the essential elements to consider when developing a low cost advice business and the role ETFs can play in this process.
Masterfunds: Platform world tipped on its headThu, 06 Oct 2011 A panel discussion on the effect of mergers and acquisitions on platform providers and the difficulty with retaining legacy products.
Masterfunds: Adviser world tipped on its headThu, 29 Sep 2011 A lively panel discussion on what the mergers and acquisitions between platform providers mean for advisors.
Masterfunds: Retirement policy and potential portfolio solutionsFri, 16 Sep 2011 Challenger's Jeremy Cooper and Ibbotson Associates' Daniel Needham discuss issues surrounding retirement policy and portfolios.
Masterfunds: A perfect worldTue, 13 Sep 2011 Closing speaker at the recent Masterfunds conference, Bernie Ripoll, gives an insight into the philosophy behind FoFA reforms and a view on how regulators and legislators would like the platform industry to operate.
Masterfunds: The good, the bad and the uglyTue, 13 Sep 2011 Keynote speaker at the recent Masterfunds conference, industry veteran Wayne Wilson, discusses the major challenges facing platform providers.
FSC Conference: Ann ByrneFri, 12 Aug 2011 Australian Council of Super Investors (ACSI) chief executive Ann Byrne talks about a recently launched guide that helps companies improve and simplify their environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting.
VIDEO: FSC Conference: Mathias CormannThu, 04 Aug 2011 The Shadow Minister for Financial Services discusses Bill Shorten's decision to reconsider a ban of risk commissions inside super
VIDEO: FSC Conference: Greg MillerThu, 04 Aug 2011 MLC General Manager talks about engaging consumers through scalable advice.
VIDEO: FSC Conference: John BrogdenThu, 04 Aug 2011 FSC CEO John Brogden talks about one of the main points on the FSC agenda: action against insurance 'churning'.
VIDEO: FSC Conference: Greg MedcraftThu, 04 Aug 2011 ASIC chairman Greg Medcraft talks about his first 100 days on the job and the challenges ahead.
Financial planners brace for changeThu, 07 Oct 2010
The next reporting seasonThu, 01 Jul 2010 It�s two months away but Morningstar strategist Ross Bird gives us a preview of what we can expect.
Funds for a market correctionMon, 07 Jun 2010 What does a market correction mean for investors with managed funds and what types are favourable?
Why fixed interest remains a vital part of your portfolioTue, 20 Apr 2010 They may not be as exciting as some, but fixed interest investments play an important role.
Where has the HNW gone?Tue, 20 Apr 2010 Investor sentiment has taken a dip, so what are investors intending for the rest of 2010?
The tasks ahead - what's on ASFA's hit listFri, 05 Feb 2010 What's on the to-do list for the superannuation industry and its representative organisation? We asked ASFA's Pauline Vamos
Make the nest egg last the distanceFri, 05 Feb 2010 Retirees face the risk of running out of money. We asked Macquarie Funds Group's head of longevity risk solutions Andrew Robertson how this can be avoided
FSC Conference: Andrea SlatteryTue, 09 Aug 2011 SMSF Professional's Association of Australia CEO Andrea Slattery talks about issues with tax agent registration.
Retirement incomes roundtable part 4 of 4Mon, 01 Aug 2011 The fourth and final video in our roundtable series. A whole generation of Australians are about to enter retirement, the need for a dependable income streams in the immediate future top of mind.
Retirement incomes roundtable part 3 of 4Tue, 26 Jul 2011 Part three of our four part roundtable video series. A whole generation of Australians are about to enter retirement, the need for a dependable income streams in the immediate future top of mind.
Retirement incomes roundtable part 2 of 4Mon, 18 Jul 2011 Part two of our four part roundtable video series. A whole generation of Australians are about to enter retirement, the need for a dependable income streams in the immediate future top of mind.
Retirement incomes roundtable part 1 of 4Wed, 13 Jul 2011 Part one of our four part roundtable video series. A whole generation of Australians are about to enter retirement, the need for a dependable income streams in the immediate future top of mind.
What financial planning fiduciary duties meanTue, 21 Sep 2010 An overview of the implications and importance of the imposition of a fiduciary duty on the financial planning industry.
The aftermath of the Cooper reviewMon, 13 Sep 2010 An assessment of some of the superannuation review assumptions and recommendations.
Getting SMSF taxes readyTue, 20 Jul 2010 We�ve put a line under FY09/10 but how do we best prepare our taxes for the year.
Do SMSFs seek advice?Mon, 07 Jun 2010 SMSF members like control but do they eschew advice?
Cooper, super and SMSFsMon, 07 Jun 2010 Understanding the Cooper review�s proposed changes to our super and SMSFs.
Beware capital gains tax on SMSF rolloversThu, 27 May 2010 Certain activities in running a self managed super fund can trigger capital gains tax liabilities.
Insurance gets built-in for longer livingTue, 20 Apr 2010 Lifetime income guarantee funds make sure your money won�t run out.
Hefty tax for exceeding capsThu, 18 Mar 2010 What to do if you exceed the superannuation contribution caps.
New innovations to address longevity riskThu, 18 Mar 2010 Andrew Barnett discusses longevity risk and some new solutions to the problem.
Penalties for your SMSF's poor reportThu, 18 Mar 2010 SPAA chair Sharyn Long talks about the auditor contravention report and how SMSF trustees can best deal with them.
Ensuring your auditor is qualifiedThu, 18 Mar 2010 SPAA accredited auditors have now become approved auditors under the SIS Act.
Keep your super in the familyFri, 05 Feb 2010 Is your SMSF for the whole family? Grant Abbott discusses if you should have insurance or other products included.
Make the nest egg last the distanceFri, 05 Feb 2010 Retirees face the risk of running out of money. We asked Macquarie Funds Group's head of longevity risk solutions Andrew Robertson how this can be avoided
Penalties for your SMSF�s poor reportFri, 05 Feb 2010 SPAA chair Sharyn Long talks about the auditor contravention report and how SMSF trustees can best deal with them.
New TPD insurance regulationsThu, 28 Jan 2010
SMSF ReservesThu, 28 Jan 2010
Will your SMSF pass these tests?Thu, 19 Nov 2009 How Australian is your SMSF? Dire consequences await those funds that fail to meet requirements.
The SMSF in-house asset ruleThu, 19 Nov 2009 Darin Tyson-Chan speaks to SMSF Strategies principal Grant Abbott about the amended in-house assets rule for SMSFs
Trustee responsibility (pt 1) Thu, 19 Nov 2009 Trustees often trip over the law with SMSFs, lawyer Peter Townsend warns in the first of this two-part interview.
Trustee responsibility (pt 2) Thu, 19 Nov 2009 The second part of this SMSF discussion provides tips for trustees
Maximum earnings and super contributionsThu, 19 Nov 2009 Salary sacrificing? Understanding the 10 per cent maximum earnings rule is a must.
SMSFs and gearingThu, 19 Nov 2009 Administrative considerations with Andrew Biviano and Darin Tyson-Chan
Trustee EducationThu, 19 Nov 2009 Liz Westover gives her recommended changes to superannuation trustee skill and knowledge.
