Sydney will be home to a new journalism institute next year as part of a $100 million commitment to the profession from philanthropist Judith Neilson.

More than 95% of high net worth individuals in Asia Pacific are prepared to consolidate assets with their primary wealth manager, provided there's a strong connection. But it's less likely in Australia.

Owners of an ASX-listed company donated $10 million to a university with campuses in Coffs Harbor and Queensland to fund research.

As the 2018 FPA Professionals Congress begins today in Sydney, the association's philanthropic arm is welcoming a new chair.