Monthly Archives: November 2023
Asteron Life and AIA Win ANZIIF Awards
Asteron Life has been named Life Insurance Company of the Year by the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF).
The announcement was made during ANZIIF's 11th industry awards evening on Wednesday...
Fidelity Life Publish ‘Working Together’ Guide
Fidelity Life has published a Working Together guide for advisers who market the firm's products.
The company says it is taking note of adviser feedback and is committed to simplifying the experience of doing business...
FSC Confirms Next Outlook Event
The FSC is holding its next Outlook event on Wednesday 31 January 2024 to provide an update on regulatory change and economic challenges.
Guest speakers will be FMA CEO Samantha Barrass, and Craigs Investment Partners'...
New CFO for AIA
AIA NZ has appointed Shaun Baird as its new CFO. He takes up the role following the retirement of Linda Page.
Baird joined AIA NZ (then Sovereign) in 2016 and has held a number of...
Aussie Adviser Numbers on The Rise
There has been a “welcome jump” in the number of financial advisers in Australia, driven by another solid week of new entrants and a drop in the number of ceased advisers, according to Wealth...
AIA Vitality $100 Reward Offer
AIA NZ has launched a new Vitality campaign offering up to $100 in rewards for new and existing customers.
The reward is made up of two parts, with a $50 AIA Vitality 'activation' bonus for...
Aussie Industry Body Expands into New Zealand
News that the Finance Brokers Association of Australia has plans to launch a new adviser membership body in New Zealand next year caught the attention of Riskinfo readers this week...
The Finance Brokers Association of Australia...
Financial Advice NZ Starts Hunt for its Next CEO
The Board of Financial Advice New Zealand has contracted McLaren & Associates to recruit a new CEO, following the departure of inaugural CEO, Katrina Shanks.
The financial adviser professional body is currently being led by...
FMA Opens Consultation on Fair Outcomes for Consumers
The FMA wants to hear your views on its approach to regulations covering fair outcomes for consumers via a new consultation initiative.
The regulator states that a focus on outcomes means it will be prioritising...