Deal increases Lifetime's reach - Good returns
Upcoming changes to the Financial Advisers Act have prompted advice group Lifetime to partner with AMP to deliver more training options.
John Ashby, national sales manager of the Lifetime Group, said it had established an Academy of Learning and Development, for its advisers and support staff.John Ashby, national sales manager of the Lifetime Group, said it had established an Academy of Learning and Development, for its advisers and support staff.
It will deliver training modules ranging from sales techniques through to business insurance.
"More importantly, it will provide the platform for people who wish to become advisers, as defined within the proposed changes to the Financial Advisers Act, to complete their Level 5 papers through the appropriate tertiary education facility."
Lifetime Book Club: Happy Mind, Happy Life by Dr Rangan Chatterjee
Sometimes the biggest changes come from the smallest habits.
That’s the core idea behind Happy Mind, Happy Life by Dr Rangan Chatterjee.
In a world full of life hacks, wellness trends, and pressure to “optimise” everything, this book feels refreshingly human.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about feeling better, thinking clearer, and creating a life that feels a little lighter, one small step at a time.
Market & Portfolio Update: April 2026
Global share markets rebounded strongly in April, despite continued geopolitical uncertainty. US share markets recovered sharply from earlier losses, with the S&P 500 recording one of its strongest monthly gains in several years. The rebound came as investors reassessed the likelihood of more severe outcomes from the Middle East conflict and refocused on company earnings and longer‑term growth prospects.