Australian Regulatory Updates

ASIC Information Sheet 181 explains when ASIC can release non-public information and documents to people involved in private court cases, including class action

ASIC INFO 234 explains the structure, obligations, and member rights for Indigenous not-for-profit companies limited by guarantee under the Corporations Act 200

ASIC INFO 157 explains how foreign financial services providers can apply for individual licensing relief to serve wholesale clients in Australia.

ASIC Information Sheet 187 explains the limits of business name registration and where to go when another business trades under a similar name.

ASIC INFO 281 explains the experienced provider pathway for financial advisers, covering eligibility requirements, declarations, and AFS licensee obligations.

ASIC Information Sheet 238 explains who qualifies as a protected whistleblower and what legal protections apply under the Corporations Act 2001.

ASIC Information Sheet 239 explains how ASIC registers, handles and refers whistleblower reports, including confidentiality rules and referral to other regulato

ASIC can appoint a reviewing liquidator to a company in external administration. Learn who can apply, how to use Form 5605, and the $156 application fee.

ASIC Information Sheet 107 explains how to lodge a complaint about an ASIC staff member's conduct during regulatory, investigative, or enforcement work.

From 16 February 2024, every relevant provider must be registered with ASIC before giving personal advice to retail clients. AFS licensees apply via ASIC Connec

ASIC Information Sheet INFO 9 explains how to request reasons, seek document access, or apply for independent review of an ASIC decision affecting you.

ASIC INFO 249 outlines relief pathways, notification steps, and compliance obligations for responsible entities of frozen managed investment schemes.

ASIC INFO 64 explains the rules and forms for auditor resignation or removal from registered schemes, retail CCIVs, compliance plans and superannuation entities

ASIC INFO 257 explains reference checking rules for AFS and credit licensees hiring financial advisers or mortgage brokers under the 2024 protocol instrument.

ASIC INFO 268 explains the rules for financial advisers providing tax advice as part of financial advice services, including qualified tax relevant provider sta

ASIC INFO 190 explains financial reporting obligations for small proprietary companies and what shareholders can do if reports are not prepared.

ASIC INFO 186 explains rights to inspect company records, meeting minutes and financial reports, and options when access is denied.

ASIC INFO 215 explains member rights and company obligations for companies limited by guarantee, and when ASIC will or will not intervene in disputes.

ASIC Information Sheet 92 sets out the process overseas regulators must follow when requesting a probity check on a person or entity connected to Australia.

ASIC Information Sheet 170 sets out the rules for superannuation trustees required to publish a MySuper product dashboard on their website.