AML/CTF & Tranche 2, explained plainly
Plain-English AML/CTF and AUSTRAC Tranche 2 guides for Australian accountants, lawyers, conveyancers, real estate agents and dealers.
The AML/CTF Compliance Officer (AMLCO): Role, Duties and How to Appoint One
What an AML compliance officer does, who can be the AMLCO in a small firm, and how to appoint one before Tranche 2 obligations commence on 1 July 2026.
Read →The AML/CTF Independent Review: What It Is and How to Prepare
AML/CTF independent review explained for Australian reporting entities: what it is, who can do it, what it covers, and how to prepare for your first one.
Read →What Must an AML/CTF Program Include? (Australia, Tranche 2)
What an AML/CTF program must include for Australian Tranche 2 firms, part by part, with a practical build checklist ahead of 1 July 2026.
Read →AML/CTF Record-Keeping Requirements: What to Keep and for How Long
AML/CTF record keeping made practical: what records prove you follow your program, the 7-year retention rule, and how to stay audit-ready for AUSTRAC.
Read →How to Enrol with AUSTRAC: A Step-by-Step Guide for New Reporting Entities
A step-by-step AUSTRAC enrolment guide for new reporting entities, with what to have ready, timing, and common mistakes ahead of 1 July 2026.
Read →AML/CTF for Conveyancers: What Tranche 2 Means for Your Practice
A practical conveyancer AML/CTF guide to Tranche 2: which designated services trigger obligations, what to do before 1 July 2026, and a readiness plan.
Read →Customer Due Diligence (CDD/KYC): A Practical Guide for Tranche 2 Entities
A practical customer due diligence (KYC) guide for tranche 2 entities: how to identify, verify and risk-rate customers, and apply enhanced due diligence.
Read →AML/CTF for Dealers in Precious Metals and Stones: Tranche 2 Obligations
Precious metals dealer AML guide to Tranche 2: cash thresholds, designated services and a readiness checklist for bullion, jewellery and gem dealers.
Read →AML/CTF for Law Firms: Tranche 2 Obligations for Legal Practitioners
A practical guide to law firm AML/CTF obligations under Tranche 2: enrolment, your AML/CTF program, CDD and trust accounts before 1 July 2026.
Read →AML/CTF for Real Estate Agents: Your Tranche 2 Obligations Explained
Real estate AML/CTF under Tranche 2: what designated services capture agencies, the obligations starting 1 July 2026, and how principals can get ready.
Read →Suspicious Matter Reports (SMRs): When and How to Report to AUSTRAC
When a suspicious matter report applies, the timeframes, and how to avoid tipping off — a practical SMR workflow for AUSTRAC reporting entities.
Read →How Much Does AML/CTF Compliance Cost? A Realistic Guide for Small Firms
A realistic look at AML/CTF compliance cost for small Australian firms: the real cost drivers, DIY vs consultant, and how to stay lean before 1 July 2026.
Read →Tranche 2 Key Dates and Deadlines: What Is Changing and When
The Tranche 2 deadline is 1 July 2026. Here is the reform timeline and a practical back-planning schedule so Australian businesses know how long they have.
Read →What Is Tranche 2? A Plain-English Guide for Australian Businesses
What is Tranche 2? A plain-English guide for Australian businesses on who it covers, the 1 July 2026 start date, and the AML/CTF steps to take now.
Read →Get your AML/CTF program sorted — without the consultant bill
Audit-ready, editable Word templates for Australian Tranche 2 reporting entities — AML/CTF program, ML/TF risk assessment, CDD/KYC, SMR & threshold registers, record-keeping and an AUSTRAC enrolment checklist. Instant download.