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Welcome to the new AUSTRAC website
The new and improved AUSTRAC website is here. Our new open-source platform allows for a more accessible, usable, and improved user experience.
AUSTRAC releases its 2013-14 annual report
The latest annual report from Australia's anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) agency highlights how following the money trail helps combat serious crime.
Terrorism financing in Australia 2014 report now available
This public report is designed to strengthen the nation's defences against terrorism financing by improving industry and public awareness of the risks. The report uses real cases and intelligence to present a consolidated picture of Australian terrorism financing risks, vulnerabilities and methods.
Welcome to AUSTRAC
News and updates
AUSTRAC industry contribution
AUSTRAC has released the final charging model and implementation timeline for the AUSTRAC industry contribution.
Draft guidance note – Key terms used in ‘politically exposed person’ definition
Public consultation closes on 13 February 2015.
2014 AML/CTF compliance reports
Reporting entities with obligations under the AML/CTF Act are required to submit a compliance report between 2 January 2015 and 31 March 2015.
Media releases
21 January 2015
One of the world’s largest remittance network providers has been fined for contraventions of Australia’s AML/CTF laws.
19 December 2014
AUSTRAC has cancelled the registration of Sydney-based independent remitter Ocean Pass Finance Pty Ltd (Ocean Pass), as it is satisfied that its registration involves significant money laundering or terrorism financing risk.
20 November 2014
Today, AUSTRAC cancelled the registration of a Melbourne based remitter, AVSForex Pty Ltd (AVSForex), following the conviction of its sole director for money laundering.