Consultation process

Driving change through industry collaboration

At the MFAA, we take a rigorous and evidence-based approach to advocacy, ensuring that the voice of mortgage and finance brokers is well represented in key policy discussions. Through structured consultation, industry forums, regulatory roundtables, and direct member engagement, we gather insights that shape our positions and influence regulatory outcomes.

Our national forums serve as a critical link between different sectors of third-party lending, enabling brokers, lenders, and aggregators to share their perspectives, contribute to industry best practices, and help drive policy decisions that benefit both brokers and customers.

How we engage with the industry

National Aggregators Forum

This forum brings together major aggregation groups to discuss industry-wide challenges, contribute to policy positions, and explore potential solutions that affect brokers and their businesses.

National Lenders Forum

Representing 14 lender members, including major banks, smaller banks, and non-bank lenders, this forum focuses on issues impacting third-party distribution and the evolving lending landscape.

National Compliance and Regulatory Forum

A platform for compliance professionals to exchange insights and develop best practice standards in regulatory compliance. This forum ensures that our advocacy efforts are aligned with industry-wide compliance expectations and legislative requirements.

Equipment and Commercial Finance Forum

A dedicated forum for brokers, lenders, and aggregators in commercial and asset finance. This group works to advance industry knowledge, regulatory considerations, and diversification opportunities for brokers.

National Mortgage Managers Forum

This forum ensures that the views of mortgage managers are heard and considered in discussions with government and regulators. The group meets regularly to identify key challenges and escalate industry concerns to the MFAA board when needed.

Broker Regulatory Roundtables

Our regulatory roundtables are a key industry engagement tool, providing brokers with a direct channel to voice concerns, offer insights, and help shape the MFAA’s positions on regulatory matters. These discussions inform our submissions and ensure that policymakers receive feedback from those directly impacted by industry changes.

Ongoing consultation for real-time insights

Beyond our structured forums, we conduct ongoing, informal consultation to capture real-time, frontline feedback from members. This continuous dialogue keeps our advocacy efforts agile, ensuring that emerging issues are addressed swiftly and that industry insights inform key policy decisions at the right time.

Election wrap

In the lead-up to the Federal Election, we’re keeping you informed on the announcements, policies and developments that matter to our industry.

Each Friday, you’ll receive timely updates and expert commentary to help you stay across the latest political movements and their potential impact on mortgage and finance broking.

Weekly wrap | 3 April 2025

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