Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - July, 2014
Stats show rules aimed at weeding-out dodgy financial planners have left some standing.
Base knowledge boost from new money plan
The new Australian National Financial Literacy Strategy has been released, aimed at boosting the monetary understanding of everyday citizens.
Dark pools probed for deep deception
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission says it will shine a light on dark trading pools, after allegations of fraud at Barclays.
Lobby in the business of building minds
The Business Council of Australia (BCA) says it is time to intervene and shape the future of Australian education.
Poor maths discounted, can bring learning debits
Some people are born with a clear deficiency when it comes to mathematics, but few know that poor arithmetic can actually be a learning disorder.
Splits settled better than most expect
It’s a standard stereotype – long-term couples break up an are embroiled for years in bitter battles over houses and property, but new data says this may be a myth.
Leaks continue as Government's gag bagged
The media has been banned from reporting on a case that the fugitive Julian Assange calls “an embarrassing corruption scandal involving the Australian government”.
Big pay just one factor in push to the bush
A new report says it will take more than financial inducement to get many professionals to ply their trade in rural areas.
Coal and corruption comes back on Obeids
The Tax Office has walloped the Obeid family with a $9 million bill after audits of tax affairs and family trusts.
Supermarkets look to spice financial soup
This week has seen an odd interplay between the worlds of banking and groceries.
Marijuana matters as Mayors look for hemp to help
Australia is missing the opportunity for billions of dollars in revenue, thousands of jobs and a better life for many citizens by ignoring one single industry.
Oil boss says local help pays
Papua New Guinea's top oil producer is calling on the corporate sector to embrace public-private partnerships to profit through the improvement of local lives.
Sectors unite to see movement on Direct Action
Industry groups have sent a warning that the Australian Government’s big plan to tackle harmful emissions may thoroughly miss the mark.
Sites seen ahead of asset attack
The Victorian Department of Treasury and Finance has identified dozens of assets that could be sold, and promises the money will be re-invested.
Gas grab leaving local bags empty
Thousands of jobs and billions of investment dollars are at risk from the ever-increasing gas price, economists say.
Checks bounce as ATO abilities "gutted"
Outgoing staff say corporate tax cheating could become rampant, as the Australian Tax Office has its workforce “gutted”.
FoFA fears unfounded, planners say
Consumer groups say this week’s changes to federal laws put consumers at risk, despite being aimed at preventing financial planning fraud.
Old Labor cuts spared by new opposition
A move made by the Senate on the Federal Budget means $435 million will not be cut from universities.
Studs buck coal approval
The threat of a new mining approval has spooked horse stud operators in the Hunter Valley.
Tech stocks hot as several hit the boards
Rumours are circulating that Australia could soon see a new tech stock hit the market.