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ASFI releases guidance for taxonomy-aligned use-of-proceeds debt

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 27 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
The Australian Sustainable Finance Institute (ASFI) has released a guidance for issuance of taxonomy-aligned use-of-proceeds debt, directing issuers, investors and reviewers to apply the taxonomy consistently in financing transactions. According to ...

APRA's climate-related stress tests pose as financial risk

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 27 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
... climate-related scenarios projected out to 2050. The first was with higher global emissions with greater weather-peril impact. The second looked at a lower global emissions pathway with higher risks resulting from a delayed and rapid transition to a ...

Modern slavery legislation a 'half law': Australian Human Rights Institute

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 23 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
... it's okay," McDonald said. Nolan agreed it is about ticking a box and getting the processes in place rather than being impact or outcome focused. "If you were thinking of developing your financial strategy for the next five years. And you were just ...

AustralianSuper supports program to uplift ASX boardrooms

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 19 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
... George said the program will help newly appointed non-executive directors understand the peer networks needed to make an impact and lead with confidence. "Being a director isn't just about managing risk and complying with governance frameworks," she ...

Podcast: Climate disclosure reports - what's the verdict?

THE GREENER WAY  |  TUESDAY, 17 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
... Adequate versus gold standard 07:23 Chief executive and chief financial officer ownership 09:49 Sector risks and market impact 13:16 Investor checklist for disclosures 15:01 Australia sets global expectations 15:52 Wrap up and disclaimer

AI may have a 'benign' impact on jobs: Mulino

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 16 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
In response to calls for a universal basic income, minister for financial services Daniel Mulino says the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the local labour force could be relatively benign if the government were to take on an ambitious role ...

Australian Sustainable Finance Institute names new chair

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 16 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
... leadership to ASFI, establishing strong governance and strategic foundations that have enabled the organisation's growth and impact in advancing Australia's sustainable finance agenda," Graham said. "On behalf of the board and ASFI members, we thank ...

Green moves: Australian Ethical, KPMG, Morningstar Sustainalytics

ELIZABETH FRY, RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 12 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
... Acket said he is excited to build on the strong momentum KPMG International has created and to help further accelerate its impact in the immediate interim. "Looking ahead, I'm excited to work closely with colleagues across our global network to drive ...

Rabo Impact Foundation launches

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 11 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
The newly launched Rabo Impact Foundation hopes to fill the funding shortfall from banks and governments by supporting initiatives with societal impact and that build sustainable economies. Already bagging commitments of €102 million ($166.2m), the ...

Green moves: RIAA, Westpac

ELIZABETH FRY  |  MONDAY, 9 MAR 2026  |  NEWS
... sustainability strategy and risk management and has played a role in shaping industry frameworks across climate, nature and social impact. She's best known for her 11 years as Westpac's chief sustainability officer - the first person to hold ...