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Which lenders are growing fastest at the moment?
by Annie Kane • 6 Nov 2025
The latest APRA data shows that some lenders continue to grow their loan books rapidly, while others are going...READ MORE
Mortgage holders shift financial focus to debt repayment
by Will Paige • 6 Nov 2025
Australians with mortgages are prioritising paying down debt over saving, according to Agile Market... READ MORE
Australian AI Awards 2025 winners revealed
by Reporter • 5 Nov 2025
Over 30 professionals and businesses have been announced as winners in the annual Australian AI Awards... READ MORE
Lift standards or face stronger action, ASIC tells private lenders
by Annie Kane • 5 Nov 2025
The financial services regulator’s report into private markets includes a clear directive to the rapidly expanding... READ MORE
‘Anything’s possible’ for future rate calls: Bullock
by Will Paige • 5 Nov 2025
The RBA is still working on the technical assumption of one more interest rate cut in 2026, but governor Michele... READ MORE
Dwelling approvals surge as multi-density pipeline rebounds
by Annie Kane • 5 Nov 2025
Building approvals jumped 12 per cent in September, with economists flagging incentives for high-density growth and... READ MORE
SME sector showing signs of cautious optimism: Banjo Loans
by Ben Squires • 5 Nov 2025
The non-bank lender’s latest report has indicated signs of cautious optimism among small businesses, even while... READ MORE
RBA holds its horses on race day rate cut
by Will Paige • 4 Nov 2025
The central bank continues to keep a tight rein on the cash rate.
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Westpac confirms push to grow proprietary lending
by Will Paige • 4 Nov 2025
The major has joined the other big four banks in signalling its intention to grow proprietary lending.
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Online mortgage applications up fivefold at CBA
by Annie Kane • 4 Nov 2025
The major bank has reported strong demand for self-serve mortgages, as online home loan applications increased fivefold... READ MORE
Lenders should review trust lending exposure: PICA
by Annie Kane • 3 Nov 2025
Macquarie Bank’s decision to pause lending to companies and trusts should prompt others to ‘take stock and... READ MORE
Westpac sells RAMS portfolio to Pepper consortium
by Annie Kane • 3 Nov 2025
The major bank has confirmed that it is selling its RAMS mortgage portfolio to a consortium, including Pepper Money and... READ MORE
BNK points to strategic portfolio growth in quarterly update
by Ben Squires • 3 Nov 2025
The ASX-listed lender has reported a lift in originations and higher-margin residential and commercial lending... READ MORE
Consumer Data Right ‘a natural fit for brokers’: Assistant...
by Annie Kane • 31 Oct 2025
Daniel Mulino MP, Minister for Financial Services and Assistant Treasurer, has outlined that he believes brokers are... READ MORE
FBAA announces new chairman
by Annie Kane • 31 Oct 2025
The Finance Brokers Association of Australia has announced a new chairman of the board.
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Loan Market CEO resigns
by Annie Kane • 30 Oct 2025
The CEO of major brokerage Loan Market has stepped down from his role, effective... READ MORE
Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 27–31...
by Ben Squires • 30 Oct 2025
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 31... READ MORE
NAB earmarks $60bn for housing industry lending
by Will Paige • 30 Oct 2025
The major wants to lend more than $60 billion to developers and first home buyers.
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Pepper in talks to acquire RAMS portfolio
by Annie Kane • 30 Oct 2025
Non-bank lender Pepper Money has confirmed it is part of a consortium that is in talks to buy the RAMS portfolio from... READ MORE
How positivity enhances productivity
by Reporter • 30 Oct 2025
A positive and supportive workplace culture is essential to business success and productivity, according to Palfreyman... READ MORE
Inflation accelerates, dimming hopes of November rate cut
by Will Paige • 30 Oct 2025
Trimmed mean inflation has accelerated to hit the top of the RBA’s 2–3 per cent target band, reducing the... READ MORE
Big 4 bank rules out further rate cuts
by Will Paige • 30 Oct 2025
A major bank has suggested that Australia is at the end of its rate-easing cycle, while another has revised its cash... READ MORE
RBA will not ‘leap at a single number’ with cash rate call
by Will Paige • 29 Oct 2025
Ahead of the release of quarterly inflation figures, the central bank’s governor has sought to downplay the impact of... READ MORE
Victoria to overhaul planning laws in bid to boost house building
by Will Paige • 29 Oct 2025
The Victorian government has said reforms could slash approval times to 10 days for stand-alone... READ MORE
Wisr posts double-digit loan book growth and lower arrears
by Will Paige • 29 Oct 2025
Wisr grew its loan book, cut arrears, and increased originations in its first quarter of trading for the financial year... READ MORE
SMEs risking long-term pain with cost cutting: ScotPac
by Ben Squires • 29 Oct 2025
The latest survey from the small business lender suggests many SMEs have been risking long-term pain by adopting... READ MORE
Record house prices fuel co-buying boom
by Will Paige • 28 Oct 2025
More first home buyers are using joint mortgages to co-buy homes, according to NAB research.
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New report maps the future of mortgage broking
by Reporter • 28 Oct 2025
An upcoming white paper will explore how mortgage brokers can remain relevant through to 2030 and beyond.
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AI, EVs, and ageing fleets: COG Aggregation on asset finance trends
by Will Paige • 27 Oct 2025
AI use, ageing fleets, and growing EV sales are all set to impact the asset finance industry, according to COG... READ MORE
RAMS hit with $20m penalty for home loan compliance failings
by Ben Squires • 27 Oct 2025
The Federal Court has found the Westpac-owned subsidiary breached its obligations as an Australian credit licensee and... READ MORE
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