Financial Counselling Australia

FCA is the peak body for financial counsellors in Australia. Financial counsellors, who work in non-profit organisations, help people in financial difficulty.

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We've lodged a submission to the Productivity Commission’s Inquiry into Business Dynamism, in partnership with @FCVic and @SBDH. It argues business dynamism depends not just on reducing barriers, but on building guardrails across the business lifecycle.

https://t.co/q2q5qNHxnR

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The National Anti Scam Centre has some new scambling awareness resources - like this social media tile. Please help spread the word about this insideous online gambling scam. Learn more here: https://t.co/LSSw3PTLL5
@scamwatchgovau
@nascgovau
@acccgovau

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Thanks to @EffieZahos and Channel 9 news for highlighting the poverty premium many insurers are putting on customers who pay their premiums monthly. A recent report by the GICGC the has called this practise out.
#EffieZahos
#NineNews

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As part of NAIDOC Week celebrations, Choice has done a profile on one of the many amazing First Nations workers in our sector, Alex Price-Busch. Thanks to reporter @Jarni Blakkarly for highlighting his great work.
#NAIDOC2026
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FCA is part of a new cross-sector taskforce developed by the National Anti-Scam Centre to target “scambling”- fake online gambling and casino platforms deceiving and exploiting consumers.
It's vital to tackle this in a coordinated way.
#scambling
#NASC
https://t.co/6mNeTjZVT4

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There are heaps of ways to celebrate NAIDOC Week - festivals, walks, marches, family fun days and workshops. All you need to do is decide what suits you. Just hop onto this page on the NAIDOC Week website for some inspiration.
#50YearsOfDeadly
https://t.co/LTaLXKnbUK

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There are heaps of ways to celebrate NAIDOC Week - festivals, walks, marches, family fun days and workshops. All you need to do is decide what suits you. Just hop onto this page on the NAIDOC Week website for some inspiration.
#50YearsOfDeadly
https://t.co/LTaLXKnbUK

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Part of NAIDOC week is celebrating the outstanding achievements of the Award finalists. These finalists exemplify the spirit of NAIDOC. You can read all about them all here.
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This week marks 50 Years of NAIDOC week and we encourage you all to celebrate five decades of vital work. The official website has some great ideas and resources - check it out here.
https://t.co/PP73KaCiGh
#NAIDOC2026 #NAIDOCWeek and #50YearsOfDeadly

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It's time for insurers to end the poverty premium. As reported on Joy FM and Caama Radio - some insurers are not telling customers that fortnightly or monthly options cost more overall.
@FinancialRights LegalCentre
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There has been a worrying 9% increase in calls and chats to the National Debt Helpline. People are really struggling - it's why we urge all creditors to have holistic, client-centred hardship responses. https://t.co/YhQPBcPZqg

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The Federal Government has just introduced their gambling reform bill to the Lower House. It's a welcome move but the bill does not go far enough in its' current form. Lets get this right.

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Did you know paying insurance monthly can cost more than paying annually and some insurers aren't telling you? A new CGC report exposes the gap, and FCA and FRLC are demanding change. @financialrights https://t.co/PiVlOIZnuG

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Workplace burnout is very real and the more we know about it the better. Our partner, Beyond Blue, is part of a group of organisations trying to find out more through "The State of Workplace Burnout Study 2026." Survey link here👇

https://t.co/wHtXNvaDho

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ASIC has released a report warning consumers about the high interest rates and fees they may face when getting a car loan. ABC has published an exclusive story on the report which includes some valuable insights from financial counsellors.
https://t.co/9YgERcXhin

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15 June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Financial counsellors see firsthand the impact elder abuse can have. We all have a role to play in standing against the abuse, mistreatment and neglect of older people.

#WEAAD #EndElderAbuse

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In this Spot Talk, financial counsellor Bernadette Crane shares her perspective on why stronger responsible lending laws are needed to protect young people.

A powerful insight into the challenges facing the next generation in today’s credit landscape 👏

https://t.co/k4D1KKdspv

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In this Spot Talk, Georgia Lenton-Williams shares a personal story of mild traumatic brain injury, and explains why trauma-informed systems matter.

This is the first in a series of Spot Talks from our conference, which we’ll be sharing weekly.

https://t.co/UViRvzpiQz

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Have you heard of "scambling" - we call it the evil love-child of gambling and scams. FCA has been advocating for urgent action on this growing problem. This News Daily piece explains why.

https://t.co/tVaeo7rFfI

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New data from Beyond Blue reinforces what many in our sector are seeing every day: financial pressure is the leading external stressor affecting Australians’ relationships.

https://t.co/3wnVxm8Idn @beyondblue