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The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is the prudential regulator of the financial services industry. It oversees banks, mutuals, general insurance and reinsurance companies, life insurance, private health insurers, friendly societies, and most members of the superannuation industry. APRA currently supervises institutions holding around $9.8 trillion in assets for Australian depositors, policyholders and superannuation fund members. 

APRA commences formal investigation into Diversa

APRA has commenced an investigation into Diversa Trustees Limited’s (Diversa) executive remuneration decision-making and processes.
Superannuation
Media release
Published
25 June 2026

APRA launches upgraded website to improve user experience

APRA has enhanced its website, delivering an improved user experience for regulated entities, industry professionals and the broader Australian community.
All industries
Media release
Published
18 June 2026

APRA sets out minimum expectations to strengthen industry readiness for geopolitical shocks

APRA has written to banks, insurers and superannuation funds setting out its minimum expectations in relation to their readiness for geopolitical shocks.
All industries
Media release
Published
17 June 2026

APRA and ASIC announce FAR changes to reduce administrative burden

APRA and the ASIC will streamline aspects of the Financial Accountability Regime to reduce regulatory burden without lowering accountability standards.
All industries
Media release
Published
16 June 2026

APRA commences next phase of push to strengthen and streamline governance requirements

APRA has released today eight proposals to strengthen its prudential governance framework for banks, insurers and superannuation trustees.
All industries
Media release
Published
16 June 2026

APRA and ASIC release notes on Superannuation CEO Roundtables - April 2026

APRA and ASIC have published notes from two Superannuation CEO Roundtables, held on 8 and 15 April 2026.

Superannuation
Media release
Published
15 June 2026

APRA finalises longevity capital reporting template following consultation

APRA confirms it will implement the reporting template accompanying the response paper on finalising amendments to the capital treatment for longevity products.
Life insurance
Media release
Published
12 June 2026

APRA Deputy Chair Margaret Cole recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

APRA congratulates Deputy Chair Margaret Cole who has been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours List.
All industries
Media release
Published
9 June 2026

Opening Statement to Senate Economics Legislation Committee – June 2026

APRA Publishes Chair John Lonsdale's Opening Statement to the Senate Economics Legislation Committee.
All industries
Opening statement
Published
5 June 2026

APRA finalises new IRB accreditation pathway for banks

APRA has finalised a new, more accessible pathway for banks to become accredited to use the internal ratings-based (IRB) approach to calculate credit risk-weighted assets.
Banking
Media release
Published
4 June 2026
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