Welcome to the Association of Financial Advisers 

The AFA has been the authentic voice of advice professionals since its beginning in 1946. Today, the AFA is a vibrant, innovative association whose members remain driven by a shared belief in the value of great advice for more Australians. Learn more

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Governed by Principles of Practice

 

Clients seek advisers who belong to a professional association and abide by a strict Code of Conduct. The AFA Code of Conduct is based on six guiding principles that govern our member's professional practice. 

 

AFA Awards for Excellence

 

We believe that recognising excellence is integral to building a strong profession. Each year the AFA, together with our partners, announce five prestigious awards for quality advice and an award for Life Company of the Year.

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Social Highlights
Michael Murphy Award 2017

Congratulations to Godfrey Phillips who was awarded the Michael Murphy Award at the AFA 2017 National Adviser Conference on the Gold Coast on 12 October.

The Award, named in honour of the late Michael Murphy, recognises an individual who has provided exceptional service to the AFA and the advice profession. It is the highest honour which can be bestowed on an AFA member.

Appreciation Awards - AFA 2018 National Adviser Conference

Congratulations to Jawad Ahmad, Amanda Cassar and Karen Walmsley who were recognised for their time and dedication to the AFA with an Appreciation Award. These awards were presented at the AFA 2018 National Adviser Conference on the Gold Coast in October 2018.

We'd like to thank Jawad, Amanda and Karen for their huge contributions to the AFA.

Upcoming Events
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05
Jul
Friday - 4:00 PM

QLD AFA Genxt Ales & Tales

We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming Genxt Ales & Tales event.

09
Aug
Friday - 9:00 AM

Accidental Counsellor Course - WA

The WA AFA State Committee has partnered with Lifeline WA to offer financial advisers and BDMs/PDMs the opportunity to gain the skills to assist people dealing with difficult situations or who may be feeling angry or distressed. As an industry going through a great deal of change, it is important that all financial advice professionals look out for each other, and this 1-day course will arm you with the skills you need to support and counsel those around you.

28
Aug
Wednesday - 1:00 PM

United. AFA Conference 19.

From 28-30 August we head to Adelaide for a three day, two-night program which keeps the best from what’s worked over the years combined with new thinking and initiatives to help you thrive and make a difference to your business. This year’s conference theme, united, centres on bringing our AFA members, partners, industry and the advice community together so we can make a difference.

Latest News
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17 Jun 2019

AFA & FPA Team Up for Life Insurance Task Force

MEDIA RELEASE

SYDNEY: 14 June 2019 – The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) and the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA) have teamed up to form a Life Insurance Task Force, two years out from ASIC's review of the Life Insurance Framework (LIF).

11 Jun 2019

united - AFA Conference 19

MEDIA RELEASE

SYDNEY: 07 June 2019 – Where others see challenges, the Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) sees opportunities.

23 May 2019

AFA response to the Federal Election

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SYDNEY: 22 May, 2019 – The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) congratulates the Coalition on the Federal election result and is committed to working with the Government on the financial services reform agenda.

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