Event Brief
Australia to require licenses for super switching calls
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Aug 18, 2026 at 11:09 AM ET
Summary: Unlicensed telemarketers cold-calling to switch super providers will be banned under long-awaited reforms.
WHO: Assistant Treasurer Daniel Mulino
WHAT: Announced reforms requiring licensing for telemarketers cold-calling to switch super providers and banning unlicensed operators.
WHEN: Aug 18, 2026 at 10:18 AM ET
WHERE: Australia
WHY: To protect Australians from scammers targeting retirement savings through unsolicited super switching calls.
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