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Hi There

 

Welcome to February and where did January go? We are definitely back into it. There is a LOT of news this week, but a quick read below will get you up to speed and on your way.

 

Regards

Sarah

THOUGHT OF THE WEEK 

 

"Good governance” is one of those phrases that gets used a lot, often right before someone proposes a new committee, a new policy, or a new layer of review.

 

At Mayflower, good governance isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the right things, clearly and consistently so decision-making is sharper, accountability is real, and the organisation holds its line when the pressure comes on.

 

If your product governance is feeling a bit on the 'heavy' side, let's chat. Whether it needs a quick trim or a completely new cut*, we can help.

 

*Did we mention that Sarah has had quite a signficant hair cut? You should ask her about it, she's very happy!

LATEST NEWS & VIEWS 

 

AFCA has released an updated 'Superannuation Complaints Guide'. Read it here.

 

Fixed income drives $35.9bn managed funds growth - Money Management

 

Shield, First Guardian enforcer Sarah Court to replace Joe Longo as ASIC chair -  Professional Planner

 

Government consults on victim access to child sex abusers' super - Financial Standard

 

ASX looks to super heavyweights for governance overhaul - Investment Magazine

 

Licensee shake-up as biggest players report annual losses - 

Money Management

 

Record number of super CEOs paid more than $1m as fund complexity rises - Investment Magazine

 

Industry funds coming under pressure from retail platforms - Professional Planner

 

Updated advertising reg guidance doesn’t cover Shield, First Guardian lessons: SMC - Professional Planner

 

WORTH YOUR TIME

 

ThatSuper.Show 

This week's episode of That Super Show, 

we are joined by Adrian Gervasoni to dive into the art of making super simple. We challenge the clutter of member portals, debate nudges versus noise, and wonder why your first job at Maccas could shape your retirement. If you're ready to rethink how funds actually deliver outcomes, this episode’s for you.

 

That Super Show

Events we are running/speaking at:

CREW Webinar: Beyond compliance: Practical insights for implementing the March 2026 AML policies with guest speakers Tanushree Dabral and Jon O'Keeffe from PX Partners. Thursday, 12 February 2026, 1-2pm via Zoom. Register here. Women only, sorry blokes.

 

ASFA National Legislation Discussion Group Webinar: Beyond compliance: Practical insights for implementing the March 2026 AML policies with guest speakers Tanushree Dabral and Jon O'Keeffe from PX Partners. Monday, 16 February 2026, 1-2pm via Zoom. Register here.

 

Mayflower PDS Managers roundtable - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 from 12:30-2pm via Teams. Emily Turnbull, Jillian Button and Julia Clemente from Allens will be providing a rundown of recent greenwashing actions and trends. Register here

 

FUTURE FUND ADMIN 2026 - The Future of Superannuation Fund Administration Forum. 19-20 May 2026. Sydney. Register here.

 

For a full list of industry events relevant to SSFPP readers, click here.

WHAT IS GOOD GOVERNANCE?

Good governance

At Mayflower, good governance isn’t about doing more.

 

It’s about doing the right things, clearly and consistently so decision-making is sharper, accountability is real and the organisation holds its line when the pressure comes on.

 

Read more in our latest blog here.

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