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Regulation
Restructure among options for collapsed firm
The administrator says collapsed conveyancer Settle Easy will continue trading as it explores salvage options.
Compliance
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Regulation
Lawyers get ready for AML/CTF reform
As the AML/CTF compliance deadline looms, lawyers in NSW have ramped up their efforts to be ready for obligations that come with the reforms.
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Regulation
NSW lawyers get help for AML/CTF rollout
Law Society publishes special guide to assist lawyers in implementing the necessary changes ahead of July 1.
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Regulation
Retrospective changes to CGT labelled as ‘bad policy’
CPA Australia says government is wrong to propose reopening old transactions, which will ‘benefit no one’.
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Regulation
E-conveyancing reform is still a possibility
Sympli boss remains hopeful and determined to see interoperability take a hold in the industry for the benefit of all.
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Regulation
Government should stop ‘risks’ of monopoly
ARNECC says there is no need for further review into e-conveyancing but others say there is still much more to be done.
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Regulation
Conveyancers have to get on the front foot
Enrolment has begun for businesses to start the process of making changes in line with the Tranche 2 AML/CTF reforms.
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Regulation
Victoria must cease new laws that will cripple housing
State Government urged to think twice about initiating legislation at a time when building and fuel costs are continuing to rise.
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Regulation
Conveyancers must use “reasonable efforts” in AML/CTF
Risk expert says AUSTRAC unlikely to probe any business if they are “doing the right thing”.
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Regulation
Super funds blindsided by watchdog’s unreleased review
Australia’s superannuation industry looks forward to working with the corporate watchdog on scam prevention, noting they still haven’t seen a critical report.
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Regulation
AML/CTF law reform kits now ready
Unique information packs to greatly assist businesses ahead of sweeping anti-money laundering rules
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Regulation
Drop in crime linked to tough law and order measures
The latest figures from a crime-ridden territory prove a tough law and order approach is working after a near 10 per cent offending drop, the government says.
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Regulation
Agents of change: ‘realtors need to be across the AML rules’
In a parliamentary inquiry into law enforcement, Australian real estate boss says agents need to be on top of obligations and the rules of engagement.
Regulation
AML/CTF starter kits set to offer a happier New Year
A source of anxiety for conveyancers as AML/CTF changes loom has been not knowing where to start. AUSTRAC pledges to provide the answers in January. It’s late, but with deeper detail, they say.
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Regulation
Small business fears of AML/CTF fees doused
AUSTRAC CEO Brendan Thomas says it is unlikely most conveyancers will be required to pay a levy on the back of AML/CTF law reforms.
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Compliance
Compliance burdens put operators on high alert
Significant changes are coming for Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing legislation, with conveyancers soon to be among the entities responsible for reporting.
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Regulation
Know your customer and looking for the AML red flags
In explaining what’s ahead in the introduction of anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing reform, AUSTRAC CEO Brendan Thomas says, if something looks suspicious, then raise it.
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Compliance
Conveyancers v Criminals: dealing with suspicious clients
Conveyancers fearful of revenge should they report suspicious clients under the upcoming AML/CTF law reforms have been given clarity over the extent of their involvement and that their privacy would be protected.
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Regulation
A learning curve: AUSTRAC’s plan for AML/CTF reform
Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing law reforms enforced in July 2026 bring serious obligations to conveyancers and other property professionals. But the man overseeing the change doesn’t expect perfection from the get-go.
Technology
NSW inquiry to investigate e-conveyancing practices
Outages, pricing and competition will form part of a probe into NSW e-conveyancing practice. The inquiry comes after the governing body’s delay in an interoperability rollout.
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Regulation
Unpacking the obligations and anxiety about AML/CTF laws
The Australian Conveyancer launches an exclusive podcast series on Thursday, November 6. The first topic promises clarity on the money laundering law reforms that have caused anxiety across the sector.