Vulnerability and hardship: why financial institutions need a new conduct operating model
Banks, lenders and financial services firms need to move from reactive hardship processing to proactive, human-centred customer support. Executive summary Financial hardship and customer vulnerability are no longer peripheral conduct […]
Modern Slavery Reform: From Reporting to Prevention
On 16 July 2026, the Federal Government announced plans to introduce a new criminal offence for organisations that fail to prevent modern slavery in their operations and supply chains. For […]
DEI Training Australia
GRC Solutions is a compliance training and GRC technology provider that delivers DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) training as part of its award-winning Workplace Behaviours course suite, powered by the […]
Psychosocial Risk Assessment: A Complete Guide for Australian Workplaces
By GRC Solutions Compliance & Learning Team Psychosocial Risk Assessment A psychosocial risk assessment is a structured process used by organisations to identify, evaluate, and manage aspects of work that […]
GRC Solutions completes acquisition of HR Advice Online
Sydney, 1 July 2026 GRC Solutions has today announced that it has completed the acquisition of HR Advice Online (HRAOL), a specialist HR advisory firm based in Melbourne. HRAOL brings […]
Staying Safe Online: How Local Councils Can Better Protect Our Communities
A new report from the Queensland Auditor-General (Managing third-party cyber security risks) has highlighted some important lessons for the public sector. As local councils work more closely with outside partners – like […]
ESG Sustainable Reporting Requirements: What Organisations Need to Know in Australia and Singapore
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting has shifted from a voluntary exercise to a core regulatory and governance requirement for organisations across the Asia‑Pacific region. Regulators, investors and stakeholders increasingly expect transparent […]
Understanding the OAIC’s Privacy Compliance Sweep and its Impact on the Motor, Car Rental, and Finance Sector
Australia’s privacy regulator, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC), has commenced its first-ever privacy compliance sweep, beginning in January 2026[1]. This landmark initiative places a strong emphasis on […]
The 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index: What it Means for APAC Organisations and Why AntiBribery Controls Matter More Than Ever
Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) delivers a clear warning to organisations operating across the Asia Pacific region: corruption risks remain deeply embedded, governance pressures are increasing, and expectations […]
Understanding Vulnerable Customers and Financial Hardship in Australia
Understanding and supporting vulnerable customers, particularly those experiencing financial hardship, is both a regulatory requirement and a fundamental expectation of good conduct. Vulnerability can arise from a range of life circumstances […]
Australia’s Environment Protection Reforms: What You Need To Know
TLDR: Parliament has passed major environmental protection reforms that introduce a federal regulator, new national standards and higher penalties. Australian organisations must prepare now by strengthening environmental compliance training. What […]
GRC Solutions Wins Platinum Across All Five Categories at LearnX Global Awards 2025
GRC Solutions has achieved a remarkable milestone at the LearnX Global Awards 2025, securing platinum wins across all five categories. This recognition underscores the company’s commitment to delivering innovative compliance training solutions […]