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.
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Precious metals and stones dealers: the smallest sector with the biggest per-firm risk
Bullion, jewellery wholesalers and high-value retailers face Tranche 2 obligations that are simple in concept and unforgiving in execution.
Conveyancers: where the practical workload sits under Tranche 2
Settlement-day CDD, source-of-funds enquiries and the third-party payment red flag — what the average conveyancing practice actually has to change.
The AML independent review: when, by whom, and what they actually look at
Section 8.6 requires it. Here's how to scope, scope-creep-proof and price an independent review for an SME.
Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs): what the screening flag actually means
Domestic vs foreign PEPs, the close-associate definition, and how to handle a positive match without offending your client.
Sanctions screening for Australian SMEs: the lists you must check
DFAT consolidated, UN, OFAC and EU lists — what you're legally required to screen against and what's belt-and-braces.
When does enhanced due diligence kick in?
The four statutory triggers for EDD, and the practical risk indicators most SME programs add on top.
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