A lack of participation by Australia’s largest universities is complicating the pathway for new entrants, according to leading financial advice organisations.

Yesterday’s 0.25% rate hike is unlikely to be the last with commentators forecasting the next one to take place as early as next month.

Research house Lonsec has made several appointments following its acquisition of Implemented Portfolios including a new hire from HUB24.

With client expectations and concerns about climate change driving ESG investing, advisers must seize opportunities in this space, an adviser has insisted.

The retirement income solutions provider’s latest appointments include a chief financial officer, head of marketing, and head of human resources.

Vanguard’s head of super, Michael Lovett, is to depart just three months after the firm launched its superannuation offering.

Research shows that many people are unprepared when it comes to planning for death. What are advisers offering to support clients in this area and is there more that could be done?