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Plain-English regulatory analysis for AUSTRAC Tranche 2.

Sector deep-dives, provider comparisons and regulator watch — written by the team behind the AML Intelligence Network. Independent of every provider listed.

Regulatory update 1 May 20269 min read

What AUSTRAC Tranche 2 actually means for small businesses

A plain-English walkthrough of who is captured, what “designated services” means in practice, and the minimum viable AML program for an Australian SME.

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Operations8 min read

Transaction monitoring rules that actually catch something

The five baseline rules every SME program should run on day one, and how to tune false positives without missing real risk.

#AUSTRAC#Real estate#Pricing
3 May 2026
Regulator watch7 min read

What to do in the first 48 hours when AUSTRAC engages

A practical playbook for the moment a compliance assessment letter, RFI, or notice arrives — without panicking your firm.

#AUSTRAC#Risk assessment#CDD
1 May 2026
Operations8 min read

Integrating AML with your practice management system: what good looks like

How to wire CDD, screening and matter-opening into LEAP, Smokeball, Xero Practice Manager, FYI, or your CRM — without double entry.

#AUSTRAC#Legal#Accounting
29 April 2026
Sector deep-dive8 min read

SMSF administration under Tranche 2: the practical AML checklist

SMSF establishment and administration are designated services. Here's the CDD, beneficial-ownership and monitoring routine that survives an AUSTRAC review.

#AUSTRAC#Tranche 2#Accounting
6 May 2026
Sector deep-dive6 min read

Do bookkeepers need an AML program? It depends on what you actually do

Most pure-bookkeeping work sits outside Tranche 2 — but the moment you form an entity, hold client money or advise on structures, you're back in scope.

#Tranche 2#Accounting#Bookkeeping
9 May 2026
Sector deep-dive8 min read

Pubs and clubs: AML obligations for gaming venues under Tranche 2

Cash thresholds, member screening and the new TTR cadence for venues with electronic gaming machines and TAB outlets.

#AUSTRAC#Tranche 2#Pricing
11 May 2026
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