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Banking industry holds ‘huge role’ in fighting scams 

The Assistant Treasurer has highlighted the vital role of banks in combating sophisticated scams impacting Australians.

Labor accepts Robodebt recommendations

The government has accepted all 56 recommendations presented by the royal commission into Robodebt.

3 charged over managed investment scheme 

The charges follow the collapse of the Sterling First group of companies, which ASIC alleges left tenants homeless.

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How could alleged mortgage Ponzi scheme go undiscovered?

Questions are being asked about regulatory oversight following allegations that a law firm principal may have misappropriated funds from a mortgage lending scheme.

Government releases Sustainable Finance Strategy consultation 

The aim is to “mobilise the private investment needed” to help companies access the capital to transition to net zero, according to the government.

RBA review to be implemented end of 2023: Treasury

The Treasury has confirmed it will have instated all 51 recommendations of the RBA review by the end of the year.

Federal government appoints Housing Australia board member

The Albanese government has appointed its first Housing Australia board member since its rebranding.

RBA records $6bn in losses due to rate rises

The central bank has recorded substantial losses over 2022 and 2023, but assures it can still perform its key policy functions.

APRA confirms bank branch closure trend

More than 400 bank branches closed across Australia in the year to 30 June 2023, despite three of the four major banks halting closures amid a regional inquiry.

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