Zero is not an answer: AUSTRAC turns its attention to wealth management

In March 2026, the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) issued a targeted letter to the wealth management sector, signalling a significant uplift in regulatory scrutiny. The message was stark, and the data behind it even more so. The question is no longer whether your firm will be scrutinised. It is whether you will […]

Conduct and compensation agreements – considerations for landowners

When a tenement holder seeks access to your property for mining or petroleum activities, the conduct and compensation agreement (CCA) becomes an important tool for protecting your agricultural operation. Below are some key considerations for landowners when negotiating these agreements. Access Provisions: Control entry on your terms Access arrangements form the foundation of your CCA. […]