Events

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Sept
16

2025 AFIA Conference

The AFIA Conference is the flagship event for senior professionals across Australia’s finance industry. More than just a conference, it’s a platform for progress — a place where bold ideas, diverse perspectives and cross-sector collaboration come together to shape the future of finance.

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Oct
21
to 23 Oct

AFIA Financial Wellbeing Virtual Summit

AFIA is proud to host the Financial Wellbeing Virtual Summit — a three-day online event bringing together industry leaders, legal experts, and advocates to explore the intersection of financial services, consumer wellbeing, and regulatory obligations.

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Nov
5

AFIA CRO Forum - MELB

Face to Face Event

The CRO Forum is an invite-only event, designed to bring together AFIA’s cohort of senior risk executives to gather views and thoughts on the latest industry issues, trends and emerging risks, and explore forward-looking risk strategies.

The CRO Forum series is held in partnership with Risk Advisory Partner and Associate Member, Ashurst. As an international leader in cyber risk, data breach and crisis management support, Ashurst will offer insights into emerging risk issues and how financial institutions can protect themselves.

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Nov
6

Ashurst - Understanding the Conduct Regulator - Part 4

Webinar

Ashurst's market-leading legal and regulatory experts return in 2025 to deliver a four-part series and help members better understand emerging issues in the regulatory landscape, how regulators like the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) respond and what members can expect as a result. The series will explore the regulatory toolkit in the current environment, including enforcement and supervision, and delve into key regulatory priorities in the financial services industry, like governance and accountability, financial hardship and scams management.

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Sept
9

Demystifying CDR Compliance for Non-Bank Lenders Part 1: Core Requirements, Implementation & Regulatory Considerations

Webinar

As the Consumer Data Right (CDR) framework expands into non-bank lending, it’s critical for industry participants to understand their obligations, the practicalities of implementation, and the unique regulatory landscape they face.

This session will cover:

  • An overview of the CDR project lifecycle

  • Hidden implementation costs and resourcing considerations

  • Getting started with product data

  • Regulatory obligations specific to non-bank lenders, including covered product data and dashboard expectations

  • Live Q&A with experts from Fiskil

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Sept
2

Driving Confidence in the Used EV Market – Insights from Pickles’ Battery Health Program

The used electric vehicle (EV) market is growing rapidly across Australia, with volume increasing month-on-month and a 300% growth recorded in the past financial year alone. As major fleet companies and financiers release more used EVs into the market, Pickles is now selling over 200 used EVs per quarter – a number that continues to rise.

This webinar will explore:

  • Trends and growth in the used EV market

  • Key barriers to dealer and consumer adoption

  • Insights from Pickles’ Battery Health Assurance Program

  • The future role of SoH certificates in EV financing and retail

  • How this innovation can support increased EV adoption across Australia

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Aug
20

AFSA Update: Navigating Personal Insolvency, Credit Systems & Industry Shifts

Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring senior representatives from the Australian Financial Security Authority (AFSA), providing timely insights into key developments shaping personal insolvency and credit systems in Australia.

This session will explore:

  • Recent changes to personal insolvency and their impacts on credit systems.

  • Shifting consumer behaviours and what they mean for finance providers.

  • The evolving credit risk landscape and how regulators are responding.

  • Current trends and emerging themes in the personal insolvency environment

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Aug
7

Ashurst - Understanding the Conduct Regulator - Part 3

Webinar

Ashurst's market-leading legal and regulatory experts return in 2025 to deliver a four-part series and help members better understand emerging issues in the regulatory landscape, how regulators like the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) respond and what members can expect as a result. The series will explore the regulatory toolkit in the current environment, including enforcement and supervision, and delve into key regulatory priorities in the financial services industry, like governance and accountability, financial hardship and scams management.

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Aug
6
to 13 Aug

The KWM Digital Future Summit

The KWM Digital Future Summit is back with another unmissable lineup!  

This year, productivity takes centre stage as we explore how technology can help us to reimagine what it means in the digital age, from transforming the way we work to unlocking unprecedented opportunities across the region. 

Join us as we dive into:

  • Cutting edge insights from national regulators, prominent board directors, industry experts and global thought leaders

  • The groundbreaking perspectives of leading thinker Jeffrey Ding on what is needed to succeed in the global AI race

  • An enlightening session with Productivity Commission Chair, Danielle Wood, as she talks to harnessing data & digital technology and fostering a more dynamic economy through competition and efficiency

  • Compelling discussions on the impact of AI on the workforce, cyber security in boardrooms and the digital asset landscape.

Be part of our fifth annual Summit where we spark the conversations crucial for the digital future.

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July
24

GRC Solutions Responsible Manager Workshops - Melbourne

  • Australian Institute of Company Directors, Business Centre & Member Lounge, (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thursday, 24 July 2025

Deepen your expertise and earn CPD hours with GRC Solutions' in-depth workshops covering Responsible Manager obligations for both AFSL and ACL licensees. In these sessions you will:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of essential Responsible Manager duties.

  • Explore ASIC's current focus areas and emerging compliance priorities.

  • Develop practical strategies for effective interaction with ASIC and demonstrate ongoing compliance through accruing CPD hours.

  • Network and learn from the collective experience of fellow attendees.

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June
16
to 18 June

2025 AFIA Risk Summit

Only 15 spots left!

The AFIA Risk Summit is focused on connecting members with industry peers, regulators, and subject-matter experts to address and explore the new, priority and emerging legal, risk and compliance issues facing the industry in 2025.

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June
6

ACCC Scamwatch Update

On-demand webinar

Join us for a critical industry update with experts from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission and Scamwatch, Australia’s national platform for scam reporting and awareness.

You can watch the webinar here.

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May
21

GenAI in Action: Where are the Opportunities?

To explore the evolving impact of GenAI in Australia and unlock the untapped opportunities for financial firms in 2025, AFIA in partnership with Associate Member King & Wood Mallesons (KWM), is hosting an exclusive drinks briefing: GenAI in Action - Where Are the Opportunities?

Attendees will hear from:

  • KWM and Sapere as they discuss the key findings from AFIA’s newly released report: The Impact of AI in the Finance Industry, exploring the competitive advantage that awaits those yet to adopt Gen AI not just as a tool, but as a core strategic asset. 

  • Will Liang, a leading expert in data and AI, who will deliver a highly engaging session that will go beyond buzzwords - unpacking insights on the practical AI tools driving tangible results across the industry.

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May
15

AFIA CRO Forum - MELB

Face to Face Event

The CRO Forum is an invite-only event, designed to bring together AFIA’s cohort of senior risk executives to gather views and thoughts on the latest industry issues, trends and emerging risks, and explore forward-looking risk strategies.

The CRO Forum series is held in partnership with Risk Advisory Partner and Associate Member, Ashurst. As an international leader in cyber risk, data breach and crisis management support, Ashurst will offer insights into emerging risk issues and how financial institutions can protect themselves.

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May
13

Economic insights with Warren Hogan

Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Warren Hogan, Managing Director of EQ Economics and Economic Advisor at Judo Bank, as he provides a comprehensive analysis of Australia’s economic outlook in the context of both domestic and international factors.

With his expertise in economic, market, and industry analysis and forecasting, Warren will break down the key trends shaping the Australian economy and discuss the implications for Australian lenders.

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May
7

Equifax Q1 2025 Commercial Credit Insights

This webinar will explore Equifax's Q1 2025 Commercial Credit Insights report and the significant enhancements to their Commercial Risk scoring models.

Learn about key trends in credit demand, quality, insolvency, and defaults, plus how the enhanced Commercial Scores can boost your risk assessment with:

  • 10% uplift in risk-ranking capability (GINI coefficient at portfolio level).

  • 30% increased score coverage for loan applications.

  • New "Pre-Phoenix Flag" for early risk detection.

  • Enhanced firmographic data for deeper business insights.

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May
7

Executive Exchange - BNE

AFIA’s leadership luncheons are invite-only lunch briefings held exclusively for executives across the Australian financial services landscape.

Bringing together 20 influential business leaders operating within specific industry sectors or job functions, our leadership luncheons offer a platform to connect with industry peers, share learnings and experiences, explore new thinking, and hear actionable insights from subject-matter experts.

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May
6

Executive Exchange - SYD

CEO Lunch

AFIA’s leadership luncheons are invite-only lunch briefings held exclusively for executives across the Australian financial services landscape.

Bringing together 20 influential business leaders operating within specific industry sectors or job functions, our leadership luncheons offer a platform to connect with industry peers, share learnings and experiences, explore new thinking, and hear actionable insights from subject-matter experts.

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May
6

The Impact of AI on the Australian Finance Industry

To provide members with an exclusive deep dive into the impact of adoption of GenAI in financial services, Associate Member, King & Wood Mallesons is hosting a webinar on the impact of GenAI on the Australian finance industry.

As subject-matter experts in AI compliance, legislation and law, King & Wood Mallesons’s speakers will offer insights into emerging opportunities and risk issues associated with GenAI and how financial institutions can protect themselves.

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May
1

Ashurst - Understanding the Conduct Regulator - Part 2

Webinar

ASIC is currently conducting a review into the motor vehicle finance sector with the aim to drive better consumer outcomes, particularly for those living in regional and remote locations, including First Nations communities.

In the UK, the Supreme Court recently concluded its hearing on motor finance commissions, and consumer outcomes are being addressed by the Financial Conduct Authority's enforcement of the Consumer Duty and the UK Competition and Markets Authority's new direct consumer enforcement powers.

Throughout this session, Ashurst's legal and regulatory specialists in Australia and the UK will cover ASIC's approach, share lessons from the UK, including predictions for the UK Supreme Court's pending judgment, and provide insights on other current developments in the UK market and how these might influence the Australian regulatory landscape.

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Apr
18

AUSTRAC - Talking Financial Crime

OnDemand Webinar

Tune in to this OnDemand webinar for targeted insights into the money laundering, terrorism financing and proliferation financing risks facing financial services firms in 2025. This knowledge is crucial to ensure you have the appropriate systems and controls in place to protect your business and customers. 

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Apr
9

Executive Exchange - MEL

CEO Lunch

AFIA’s leadership luncheons are invite-only lunch briefings held exclusively for executives across the Australian financial services landscape.

Bringing together 20 influential business leaders operating within specific industry sectors or job functions, our leadership luncheons offer a platform to connect with industry peers, share learnings and experiences, explore new thinking, and hear actionable insights from subject-matter experts.

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Mar
19

Non-Bank Lenders CEO Roundtable

CEO Lunch

The AFIA Non-Bank Lenders Lunch brings together over 20 influential executives across the Australian non-bank lender sector to connect, explore new thinking, share learnings and experiences, and discuss industry-level strategy going forward.

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Mar
11

AFCA - Working with Industry & Consumers

Webinar

The first 2025 instalment of the AFCA webinar series: Working with Industry and Consumers will give members a chance to hear directly from the complaints authority to understand recent developments, trends, and challenges facing financial services in 2025.

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Mar
5

AFIA CRO Forum

Invite-only event

The CRO Forum is designed to bring together our cohort of senior risk executives to gather views and thoughts on the latest industry issues, trends and emerging risks, and discuss how, as an industry, we can shape compliance agendas and identify areas of challenge.

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