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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04
Jul
Thursday - 5:30 PM

WA AFA Genxt Ales and Tales - Finding your 'y'

We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming Genxt Ales & Tales event with Amy Jacobson - Finding your 'y'.

05
Jul
Friday - 4:00 PM

QLD AFA Genxt Ales & Tales

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

10
Jul
Wednesday - 11:00 AM

AFA Webinar: The Power of Planning – Getting Estate Planning Right For Your Clients and For You

The recent release of the FASEA practice exam questions caused a great deal of concern, particularly with respect to Estate Planning questions and Enduring Powers of Attorney. Please join us for an introduction to Estate Planning.

Latest News
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20 Jun 2019

Former Foreign Minister, The Hon. Julie Bishop and Thai Caves Rescuer Dr Richard Harris, SC OAM to headline 2019 AFA Conference

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SYDNEY: 20 June 2019 – The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) is pleased to announce that Australia's former Foreign Minister, the Hon. Julie Bishop, is the opening speaker for the 2019 AFA Conference in Adelaide in August and Thai caves rescuer and joint 2019 Australian of the Year, Dr Richard 'Harry' Harris, SC OAM, is the closing speaker.

17 Jun 2019

AFA & FPA Team Up for Life Insurance Task Force

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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

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

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