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Our next edition of InBrief is coming soon. Subscribe now: ow.ly/89m050Yxp1C for: •preparing for new AML/CTF laws •what the travel rule, transitional arrangements & amendment rules mean for your business •updates to the SMR reference guide •our refreshed website!

Introducing the new and improved austrac.gov.au ✨ Clearer menu structures, improved search and filtering options are here to make your life quicker and easier.

The Minister for Home Affairs has made transitional rules supporting the implementation of the AML/CTF reforms. The rules have been made into law and are in effect from 31 March. To see what these changes mean for you, head to austrac.gov.au/reforms/amlctf…

The global financial watchdog has its eyes on high-risk jurisdictions posing ML/TF/PF threats to international financial systems. Learn more about what it means for local & global systems, plus more in InBrief, landing late March. Subscribe: ow.ly/rBlA50YxpsU

Dirty money funds some of the most heinous crimes – from drug trafficking, child exploitation to scams. This is why your reporting matters. It helps us uncover criminal networks and prevent further harm to our community ➡️ austrac.gov.au/amlctf-reform/…

Time is running out to submit your compliance report if your business was enrolled or registered with us in 2025. We encourage you to submit by 27 March to avoid the upcoming AUSTRAC Online outage. Submit your compliance report here online.austrac.gov.au/ao/login

You don’t need to be an expert in money laundering to know it hurts our economy and puts our financial systems at risk. We’re here to help you prepare for upcoming reform changes. Download our program starter kits at ow.ly/P2BI50YxUKv to get reform ready now.

If you were enrolled or registered with us last year and haven’t submitted your 2025 compliance report yet, we recommend you do this by 27 March to avoid the outage.

AUSTRAC Online will be unavailable from 8pm 27 March until 11:59pm 30 March AEDT. The reporting timeframes begin when AUSTRAC Online is back up & running. See timeframe details: ow.ly/wM7p50YxUSN

Last year, new AML/CTF Rules were introduced to support the reforms. We’ve been working hard since then to ensure the effectiveness of these rules before 31 March. See what areas are impacted and if it affects you 👇 ow.ly/BicN50YxSYe

From 31 March, AML/CTF obligations will change for current reporting entities. You’ll still need to: •manage your ML/TF risks •keep an effective AML/CTF program •report suspicious matters on time Here are some key changes and updates to help you👇 ow.ly/tBEp50Yxpne

Website glow-up incoming… Get ready for: •a new look and feel •a clearer menu structure •improved search and filtering •an enhanced Contact Centre and support section Find out more about what’s changing and what to expect: ow.ly/KpHg50Yxpbl

Visit our website today to explore practical guidance, resources and webinars to help you prepare for your changed or new AML/CTF obligations austrac.gov.au/amlctf-reform Your future self will thank you! 🙌

🚨New AML/CTF reforms are taking effect soon. If you are a current reporting or a newly regulated entity, now’s the time to get moving. These reforms are in place to protect all Australians from financial harm. Help us stop financial crime where it hides.

One week to go! Join us for our next @ACAMS-AUSTRAC Outreach event on Thursday 26 March. This is a practical, intelligence-led webinar suited to current and newly regulated entities. It’s not to be missed! Register for free now at acams.org/en/event/acams…

Preparation is key. To understand your obligations, visit austrac.gov.au/amlctf-reform/…

We know newly regulated entities have questions about their AML/CTF obligations. If you: - provide a designated service with a geographical link to Australia, you MUST enrol with us. - intend to provide remittance or virtual asset designated services, you must enrol AND register.

📢 Website update coming 30 March! Because our site structure is changing, some bookmarked links may no longer work after the launch. Learn more about the changes and how to prepare: ow.ly/NhUp50YvEpZ

From 31 March: ✔️Enrol with us through AUSTRAC Online: austrac.gov.au/business/austr…. You must enrol with us by 29 July. ✔️Use our guide to prepare the right information: austrac.gov.au/business/new-a… ✔️Read more about how you can prepare for the changes: austrac.gov.au/amlctf-reform/…

Money laundering is not a victimless crime. Financial crime fuels serious harm – from cybercrime to human trafficking. That’s why we’re strengthening the AML/CTF laws. If you are a new reporting entity, your business is in a unique position to identify suspicious activity.