APRA finalises student debt treatment guidance

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has finalised changes to how authorised deposit-taking institutions (ADIs) treat Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) debt repayments when assessing home loan applications. The new reporting standard and regulations (ARS 223.0) come into effect from 30 September 2025. As such, ADI reporting will be under the new reporting standard for…

Star Entertainment Group receives debt bailout package

Gaming company Star Entertainment Group has secured a $200 million lifeline from lenders to help it through financial challenges. In a note posted to the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) last night, the group said it’s been provided two lots of $100 million. The first tranche is expected to be available, subject to conditions, from the…