BT Academy

BT Academy podcasts provide you and your practice access to a snapshot of changes in the Australian and global economy,financial markets and technical knowledge. The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

TechKnow - Financial impacts of separation

Around one third of marriages in Australia end in divorce. Generally, the financial impacts of separation on women are more significant than those felt by men. Joining the TECHknow podcast this week to discuss some of the technical aspects financial advisers need to be across when advising clients who are separating is independent specialist financial adviser, Nathan Fradley.

05-31
25:01

HerAdvice - It’s never too late

In this episode, Tara is joined by Kylie Wright from Ulton. Kylie is passionate about empowering her clients to reach their financial goals, especially women. Kylie speaks with us about how important it is for women to have strong financial literacy and outlines key strategies she uses with her clients to help women catch up their super balances following time out of the work force, asserting “It’s never too late."

05-23
24:36

TechKnow podcast - What does the 2024 Budget really mean?

May 14, 2024 was the day the Government delivered the 2024 Federal Budget. It would be fair to say it contained no surprises from a wealth perspective, with almost everything announced in advance. But it’s what was not mentioned that perhaps raises the most questions, leading the question of what does the 2024 Budget really mean? Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

05-21
06:55

Techknow - Understanding Excess Contributions

With limits to the amount an individual can contribute to superannuation without tax penalty each year, it’s important to understand the circumstances, strategies and solutions to excess contribution issues. Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

05-13
12:49

Techknow - A quark in the process

Not a quirk, but a quark – a fundamental constituent of matter. And in this case, what matters is getting the Quality of Advice Review legislation correct. In this podcast we look at the first tranche of the quality of advice review measures that has hit parliament in the form of a Bill. Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

04-19
10:51

Techknow - Conditions of release

This podcast addresses frequently asked and interesting questions relating to the superannuation conditions of release. Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

04-04
12:14

Techknow - Legislative update and contribution indexation

This podcast will touch on the recently legislated tax changes and indexation of some contribution thresholds that will apply from next financial year. Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

03-20
14:26

TechKnow - International Women’s Day edition – Mind the (pay) gap

Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

03-07
23:14

HerAdvice - International Women’s Day edition – Mind the (pay) gap

In our first episode for 2024, we celebrate International Women’s Day. Sarah Conte of BT’s Advice Technical & Regulatory team chats with Christine Lusher from Lush Wealth about the role financial advisers can play in accelerating progress towards closing the gender pay gap. Discover Christine’s distinctive approach to helping women seize opportunities to earn, learn and lead. Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

03-07
22:24

Techknow - Understanding Contributions Splitting

Contributions splitting can be a powerful strategy to boost retirement savings, help with balance equalisation and tax-effectively manage insurance held through super. While contributions splitting isn’t required to be offered by all super funds, where your clients have the choice, it can open a number of planning opportunities. But be aware, as with many things super there are key requirements to meet and timing to be followed. Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

02-21
08:57

TechKnow - 24K clarity in 2024

In pursuit of perfection, is 2024 the year to make a real difference – both for clients and for advisers? Five years on from the final report of the Financial Services Royal Commission, and the Quality of Advice Review perhaps the last piece to be delivered upon for the financial planning community. Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

02-09
07:35

Techknow - New Tax On Super

This podcast addresses the proposed Division 296 tax that from 1 July 2025 will impose an additional tax liability on super earnings for those with super balances in excess of $3 million. Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

01-24
09:29

HerAdvice - Episode 5 - Removing barriers to entry

In our final episode for this year Tara Sutton, State Director at BT, sits down with Alisdair Barr, Founder and CEO of Striver. We look to the future and discuss not only how to attract young professionals to the industry and provide interesting, challenging careers for them but also how to retain great employees. Alisdair is passionate about helping both graduates and those changing careers 'fall into' advice by removing barriers. Disclaimer: The podcasts are for adviser use only. They must not be made available to any person and any information in them must not be communicated to any person without the prior written consent of BT, part of the Westpac Banking Corporation. The views expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters alone unless otherwise quote, and do not reflect the views of policy of any company in the Westpac Group. The Westpac Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, nor does it endorse any such opinions. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we intend by this notice to exclude liability for these opinions. The information in this podcast is provided solely as general information and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. The information provided is factual only and does not constitute financial product advice. Before acting on it, you should seek independent advice about its appropriateness to your or your clients objectives, financial situation and needs. Any projections in this webinar are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that any assumptions on which any projections are based are reasonable, any projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from any projections herein. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The podcast recordings are being shared with the prior written consent of our participants.

12-14
23:12

UK Study Tour - 13 - Key Takeaways

Information for advice professionals only. Host: Sean Aylmer, Business journalist Guest speaker: Jason Brown, Head of Distribution, BT Synopsis: Jason Brown, Head of Distribution, BT, shares his key takeaways from the 2023 BT UK Study tour. Things you should know: This commentary has been prepared by Westpac Financial Services Limited for use by advisers and must not be made available to any client. The commentary provides an overview only and should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. Projections given are predicative in character and whilst every effort has been taken to ensure that the assumptions on which the projections are based are reasonable, the projections may be based on incorrect assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results ultimately achieved may differ materially from these projections. This commentary may also contain material provided by third parties derived from sources believed to be accurate at its issue date. While such material is published with necessary permission, Westpac Financial Services Limited does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, or endorses any such material.

12-14
01:47

UK Study Tour - 12 - Social Media To Build Your Business

Information for advice professionals only. Host: Sean Aylmer, Business journalist Guest speaker: Jason Brown, Head of Distribution, BT Synopsis: UK advisers make greater use of social media as a platform to gain clients. And in the BT UK Study Tour, there were undeniably successful examples of using the medium. Jason Brown shares some great examples. Things you should know: This commentary has been prepared by Westpac Financial Services Limited for use by advisers and must not be made available to any client. The commentary provides an overview only and should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. Projections given are predicative in character and whilst every effort has been taken to ensure that the assumptions on which the projections are based are reasonable, the projections may be based on incorrect assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results ultimately achieved may differ materially from these projections. This commentary may also contain material provided by third parties derived from sources believed to be accurate at its issue date. While such material is published with necessary permission, Westpac Financial Services Limited does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, or endorses any such material.

12-14
02:32

UK Study Tour - 11 - Educating To Engage

Information for advice professionals only. Host: Sean Aylmer, Business journalist Guest speaker: Jason Brown, Head of Distribution, BT Synopsis: In the UK, several advisers felt they have a social contract to financially educate a broader audience beyond their own client base. It is a difficult proposition in Australia where advisers need to err on the side of not giving personal advice without a Statement of Advice. But in the UK, some advisers have been very pro-active in their roles as educators. Things you should know: This commentary has been prepared by Westpac Financial Services Limited for use by advisers and must not be made available to any client. The commentary provides an overview only and should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. Projections given are predicative in character and whilst every effort has been taken to ensure that the assumptions on which the projections are based are reasonable, the projections may be based on incorrect assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results ultimately achieved may differ materially from these projections. This commentary may also contain material provided by third parties derived from sources believed to be accurate at its issue date. While such material is published with necessary permission, Westpac Financial Services Limited does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, or endorses any such material.

12-14
02:16

UK Study Tour - 10 - Values Of Businesses

Information for advice professionals only. Host: Sean Aylmer, Business journalist Guest speaker: Jason Brown, Head of Distribution, BT Synopsis: Core values are critical to any financial advice firm. They underpin how a company views its strategy – whether that be based on values around people, the environment, the business community or a myriad of other things. Things you should know: This commentary has been prepared by Westpac Financial Services Limited for use by advisers and must not be made available to any client. The commentary provides an overview only and should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. Projections given are predicative in character and whilst every effort has been taken to ensure that the assumptions on which the projections are based are reasonable, the projections may be based on incorrect assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results ultimately achieved may differ materially from these projections. This commentary may also contain material provided by third parties derived from sources believed to be accurate at its issue date. While such material is published with necessary permission, Westpac Financial Services Limited does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, or endorses any such material.

12-14
02:18

UK Study Tour - 9 - Workplace Engagement

Information for advice professionals only. Host: Sean Aylmer, Business journalist Guest speaker: Jason Brown, Head of Distribution, BT Synopsis: Several practices in the UK have become innovative in the way they engage with other workplaces, whether or not they have a business arrangement with individuals in those companies. Things you should know: This commentary has been prepared by Westpac Financial Services Limited for use by advisers and must not be made available to any client. The commentary provides an overview only and should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. Projections given are predicative in character and whilst every effort has been taken to ensure that the assumptions on which the projections are based are reasonable, the projections may be based on incorrect assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results ultimately achieved may differ materially from these projections. This commentary may also contain material provided by third parties derived from sources believed to be accurate at its issue date. While such material is published with necessary permission, Westpac Financial Services Limited does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, or endorses any such material.

12-14
02:31

UK Study Tour - 8 - Key Theme Contact

Information for advice professionals only. Host: Sean Aylmer, Business journalist Guest speaker: Jason Brown, Head of Distribution, BT Synopsis: Our best currency is contact. It’s self-evident for financial advisers, but that doesn’t mean advisers spend enough time staying in touch with clients. Things you should know: This commentary has been prepared by Westpac Financial Services Limited for use by advisers and must not be made available to any client. The commentary provides an overview only and should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. Projections given are predicative in character and whilst every effort has been taken to ensure that the assumptions on which the projections are based are reasonable, the projections may be based on incorrect assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results ultimately achieved may differ materially from these projections. This commentary may also contain material provided by third parties derived from sources believed to be accurate at its issue date. While such material is published with necessary permission, Westpac Financial Services Limited does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, or endorses any such material.

12-14
02:37

UK Study Tour - 7 - Carbon

Information for advice professionals only. Host: Sean Aylmer, Business journalist Guest speaker: Tara Sutton, State Director, BT Synopsis: Carbon Financial is an Edinburgh-based company. Tara shares more about their core values and their employee culture framework. Things you should know: This commentary has been prepared by Westpac Financial Services Limited for use by advisers and must not be made available to any client. The commentary provides an overview only and should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such. Projections given are predicative in character and whilst every effort has been taken to ensure that the assumptions on which the projections are based are reasonable, the projections may be based on incorrect assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results ultimately achieved may differ materially from these projections. This commentary may also contain material provided by third parties derived from sources believed to be accurate at its issue date. While such material is published with necessary permission, Westpac Financial Services Limited does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of, or endorses any such material.

12-14
03:26

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