Many Australian states have their own legislation and regulations that govern the activities of finance brokers so be sure to check on any requirements that many apply in your state.
NSW: Consumer Credit Administration Amendment (Finance Brokers) Act 2003
Vic: Business Licensing and Regulation - Finance Brokers
ACT: ACT Office of Fair Trading
WA: Finance Brokers Supervisory Board
SA, Tas, NT and Qld have no specific broker regulations although Qld is considering it.