In this episode of Weekly Finance News Wrap, we discuss the forecasted expansion of Australia's financial advisory sector potentially extending services to an additional 650,000 clients. The sector is working to overcome regulatory challenges and operational inefficiencies amid possible fee declines and capacity concerns. We also cover Australian homeowners' resilience against rising interest rates, attributed to pandemic savings and adaptations in financial behaviours. Notably, National Australia Bank faces criticism from ASIC over delayed responses to loan hardship applications. Lastly, Australia's steady unemployment rate of 4.1% complements notable wage growth within the sturdy jobs market, potentially suspending speculations about interest rate cuts. The Reserve Bank of Australia pledges strategic interventions with minimal job loss impacts. Tune in next week for more updates on financial industry news.n