As part of the FAAA’s commitment to supporting advisers in their ethical duties, we are proud to introduce the FAAA Principles of Good Professional Practice. This guide has been developed with extensive feedback from the financial advice community and illustrates “good practice” for advisers, as a solid foundation for advisers to apply their professional judgement and meet the best interests of their clients.
In this 6-part series, we will be delving into the principles and explore how it can assist you in your day-to-day practice. The FAAA Principles of Good Professional Practice should not be viewed as a check list, but as one of the many tools in your toolbox for you to use to provide high quality outcomes for your clients
In this session, we will review the FAAA Principles of Good Practice Unifying Principles, including:
- Client Communication
- Conflicts of Interest
- Acting in the Clients Best Interest
- Declining to Act
We will consider how these principles interact with the wider Principles of Good Practice, and explore case studies and examples to illustrate their application.
An exclusive session exploring the key forces shaping Australia’s advice and wealth landscape and what they mean for business owners in the years ahead. Drawing on insights from CFS and the Value of Advice Report (Australia’s most comprehensive consumer research of its kind), we’ll unpack how Australians are thinking about advice today, where trust is being built or lost, and why quality advice continues to drive stronger financial and business outcomes.
One CPD hour.
Join Robert Kimberley, Head of Professional Standards (FAAA), Louise Cowden, Ombudsman (Investments and Advice) (AFCA), and Patrick Hartney, Senior Ombudsman (Investments and Advice) to discuss significant decisions on insurance advice and the implications of these for the adviser community.
This Clearview Wealth webinar explores how ethical judgment plays out in real client scenarios, adviser decision‑making and the expectations shaping modern advice practice, with a focus on the moments where principles meet practical realities.
Mark Neil will unpack the considerations and nuances that influence ethical conduct in day‑to‑day work, offering grounded insights advisers can apply immediately.
Join the FAAA Gold Coast Chapter Committee for a relaxed and welcoming Coffee & Connect series — designed to bring our local community together in an informal setting at Canteen Social, Bundall.
These sessions are a great opportunity to step away from your desk, grab your morning coffee or breakfast, and connect with fellow students, advisers, practitioners and support staff.
We’ll help spark conversation around topics that matter, while keeping the atmosphere casual, inclusive and easy to join — whether you’re looking to meet new people, share ideas, or simply stay connected. We have three events throughout the year, attend the session that suits you, or join us for all three — the choice is yours, dates include:
- Friday 12 June
- Friday 28 August
- Friday 13 November
These sessions are free to attend and will be held in the coffee shop at the back of the venue. Simply come along, purchase your breakfast or coffee, and join the conversation.
The FAAA South Australia State Community Committee is excited to bring back one of our favourite events of the year — the End of Financial Year Quiz Night, returning on Thursday 25 June at The Elephant British Pub.
Join us as we celebrate the end of another financial year with a night of trivia, laughs and a little friendly competition alongside fellow FAAA members, colleagues and friends. Whether you’re a quiz master or just in it for the fun, this is the perfect way to unwind and connect.
Enjoy drinks and nibbles while you put your knowledge to the test and take on the competition. Don’t worry if you can’t get a team together — if you’d like to attend, please reach out and we’ll happily place you in a team. Corporate tables of eight (8) are also available for those looking to bring a full group along.
Spots fill quickly, so be sure to secure your place early.
We can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic night!
For two days, participate with the most valuable advice teams delivering the most valuable advice propositions that will thrive in the AI era.
Most financial advice teams are technically competent.
Fewer advice teams are valuably competent.
Being valuably competent is the business model for the AI Advice era. It differs from the hourly, FUM-based, key-person-dependent expert approach of the last 30 years.
The future of advice is not built on AI, it’s built on value – client value.
The Certainty Conference closes the gap between technical and value competency for advice teams.
Every participant will develop deeper connections, conversations, and understandings, along with the frameworks that grow valuable advice teams that deliver better returns for clients, teams and directors.
With EOFY approaching, now is the ideal time to secure your table for the FSC’s Shaping Advice Summit and take advantage of early bird savings. The Summit provides a valuable forum to bring your team together or host key clients at one of the sector’s most important annual conversations.
- Cross‑sector insights from senior leaders across advice, super, platforms, investment, technology and policy
- Perspectives on growth opportunities, regulatory direction, DBFO reforms, and the balance between innovation and consumer protection
- Insights on innovation including how firms are using new models, AI, technology and scalable investment solutions to improve accessibility and client outcomes
- Networking opportunities with your peers and senior decision-makers shaping the future of advice
Join the FAAA Gold Coast Chapter Committee for a relaxed and welcoming Coffee & Connect series — designed to bring our local community together in an informal setting at Canteen Social, Bundall.
These sessions are a great opportunity to step away from your desk, grab your morning coffee or breakfast, and connect with fellow students, advisers, practitioners and support staff.
We’ll help spark conversation around topics that matter, while keeping the atmosphere casual, inclusive and easy to join — whether you’re looking to meet new people, share ideas, or simply stay connected. We have three events throughout the year, attend the session that suits you, or join us for all three — the choice is yours, dates include:
- Friday 28 August
- Friday 13 November
These sessions are free to attend and will be held in the coffee shop at the back of the venue. Simply come along, purchase your breakfast or coffee, and join the conversation.
Join the FAAA Gold Coast Chapter Committee for a relaxed and welcoming Coffee & Connect series — designed to bring our local community together in an informal setting at Canteen Social, Bundall.
These sessions are a great opportunity to step away from your desk, grab your morning coffee or breakfast, and connect with fellow students, advisers, practitioners and support staff.
We’ll help spark conversation around topics that matter, while keeping the atmosphere casual, inclusive and easy to join — whether you’re looking to meet new people, share ideas, or simply stay connected.