Regulation

Car financer cleared of worst claims in ASIC lending lawsuit
10 September 2025

The regulator has made a judgment against car finance provider Money3. The lender was found to have made some breaches, but dodged the full weight on allegations.

‘Too little, too late’: FBAA frustrated with ASIC
9 September 2025

The broker association had some strong words for ASIC following the announcement that the regulator had cut red tape.

Broker associations outraged over ‘unfair’ CSLR levies
5 September 2025

Broker associations have issued a warning to the government following a multimillion-dollar funding shortfall in the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR).

Experts conflicted on the impact of 5% deposits
28 August 2025

Two separate reports have conflicting opinions on the outcome of the expanded Home Guarantee Scheme, including access to 5 per cent deposits.

Backlash brewing as Home Guarantee Scheme chokes LMI providers
26 August 2025

The expansion of the Home Guarantee Scheme is welcome news for many. But beyond the headline is concerning news for LMI providers and could create ramifications for borrowers and lenders.

Industry reacts to 5% deposit scheme
25 August 2025

The first home buyer relief expansion has been brought forward to get more people into homes sooner. Industry figures have weighed in.

NAB ordered to pay millions for financial hardship breaches
14 August 2025

The major bank and one of its subsidiaries have been penalised by ASIC for failing customers facing financial hardship.

Fintech ordered to pay $10m for breaching disclosure laws
8 August 2025

An Australian fintech company has been ordered to pay millions in penalties for breaching disclosure laws.

Regulators to reduce burden for small and medium-sized banks
7 August 2025

Following a review into small and medium-sized banks, APRA and ASIC are set to implement changes that reduce the regulatory burden for lenders.

Lextech achieves global security re-accreditation
5 August 2025

The mortgage process technology and legal services provider has announced the recertification of its platform, reinforcing a strong security framework.