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New Zealanders Brace For Another Cost-Of-Living Hit
Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 1:51 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
"We are picking our way through a more fragile and more dangerous global economy," Conway said. "For small economies like New Zealand, that means more shocks, more uncertainty and less room to absorb them." More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Announces Strategic Partnership With The PAA Legacy Trust To Further Campus
Tuesday, 17 March 2026, 10:42 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
Campus has been designed to meet the evolving needs of advisers and their clients, ensuring the profession is equipped with the tools, knowledge, and support required to deliver high-quality financial advice to New Zealanders. More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Opens Nominations For 2026 Awards
Tuesday, 27 January 2026, 11:40 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
Financial Advice New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Nick Hakes said the Awards reflect the evolving role of advisers and the growing impact of high-quality advice on New Zealanders’ financial wellbeing. More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Board Appointments
Monday, 15 December 2025, 12:13 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
The director appointments follow a Special General Meeting in May this year to update FANZ’s Constitution to comply with the re-registration requirements of the new Incorporated Societies Act (2022), ahead of the start date of April 2026. More >>
FANZ Welcomes Retirement Income Review: Advocates For Bipartisan Vision & Stronger Role For Financial Advice
Wednesday, 26 November 2025, 9:03 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
FANZ encourages all parties to work together on a bipartisan vision that integrates KiwiSaver, NZ Super, and innovative advice solutions to cater for New Zealander’s diverse retirement needs. More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand National Adviser Conference Returns In 2026
Thursday, 30 October 2025, 4:58 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
True-to-label, every element of the National Adviser Conference 2026 is designed to elevate modern advice practices, celebrate advice excellence, and cultivate meaningful networks across the financial advice profession. More >>
Is KiwiSaver Enough After Buying A First Home?
Wednesday, 22 October 2025, 10:24 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
Associate Professor Claire Matthews, who leads the research, says KiwiSaver remains a cornerstone of financial wellbeing for New Zealanders, but only if people continue to treat it as a long-term commitment and not use it as an emergency fund. More >>
Financial Advice NZ Responds To Westpac’s Commission Structure Changes Acknowledging Industry Engagement & Advocacy
Wednesday, 15 October 2025, 6:39 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
While we appreciate Westpac’s willingness to listen to feedback, it is disappointing that a significant bank lender will no longer recognise the ongoing time and cost required of advisers to service customers beyond the initial advice. More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Leaders Recognised On The Global Stage
Tuesday, 14 October 2025, 10:13 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
The award recognises individuals who have made a lasting impact on the advancement of financial planning and CFP certification worldwide through leadership, advocacy and volunteer service. More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Launches AI In Advice Certificate
Wednesday, 8 October 2025, 1:07 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
Commencing 24 Oct 2025, the certificate responds to the demand for practical, adviser-specific AI education that supports both innovation and compliance. It’s a strategic addition to the Modern Financial Adviser professional development curriculum. More >>
New Partnership Formed Between The Retirement Commission And Financial Advice New Zealand
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 11:46 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
The initial five-year partnership formalises a shared commitment to improving financial wellbeing across life stages, with a particular focus on connecting Sorted with Financial Advice New Zealand’s Find an Adviser Directory. More >>
New Financial Advice Code Signals A New Era Of Professionalism
Sunday, 24 August 2025, 4:09 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
The revised Code updates the nine principle-based standards that elevate expectations around ethical conduct, client care, and technical competence. But it’s the shift in Code Standard 9—from “maintain” to “continually develop” competence, ... More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Appoints New Chair
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 7:56 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
After more than four years of service, Hon. Heather Roy will step down as Independent Board Chair on 1 July 2025. The Board has appointed Mr Tiumalu Peter Fa’afiu as the new Independent Chair, bringing continuity and a strong consumer focus to the ... More >>
KiwiSaver Changes Reinforce Need For Good Financial Advice
Thursday, 22 May 2025, 8:36 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
“Our first impression of this budget is a pragmatic, longer-term view for the country's prosperity and wealth generation,” said Financial Advice New Zealand Chief Executive Nick Hakes. More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Announces 2025 Awards
Friday, 7 March 2025, 9:31 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
The Financial Advice New Zealand Awards recognises and celebrates the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations in the financial advice sector. More >>
New Research Supports Financial Advisers In Guiding Retirement Planning
Tuesday, 28 January 2025, 2:23 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
The Guidelines highlight the dynamic nature of retirement planning, emphasising the need for regular reviews to adapt to changing economic conditions. More >>
2025 National Adviser Conference - Shaping The Future Of Advice
Monday, 4 November 2024, 11:35 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
As the professional body and voice of advice, Financial Advice New Zealand is implementing a clear knowledge strategy for the sector that reflects the successful attributes of a modern adviser and modern advice practice, balancing practical skills with technical More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Elects New Director To Its Board
Tuesday, 29 October 2024, 8:57 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
The membership elected Hamish Patel as their Member Director – Mortgage and Lending for a three-year term. More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Extends Partnership With Massey University’s Fin-Ed Centre
Saturday, 5 October 2024, 11:48 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
The Fin-Ed Centre first undertook this research in 2012 and is now up to its 13th release. The report uses data from Stats New Zealand and purchases data on a triennial basis, with annual inflation adjustments in the interim. More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Responds To Commerce Commission Report
Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 2:55 pm | Financial Advice New Zealand
Financial Advice New Zealand will be seeking clarity on the recommendations specifically impacting mortgage and lending advice as the detail will determine whether there are unintended consequences that could counteract competition in the banking services ... More >>
