Submitting SMR Reports

This course helps managers and compliance teams improve the quality and accuracy of suspicious matter reports (SMRs). It focuses on how to write clear, effective reports that meet AUSTRAC expectations and support timely investigation, reducing compliance risk for your business.

Course overview

Submitting a suspicious matter report (SMR) is only part of the obligation — the quality of that report matters just as much as lodging it. A well-written SMR gives AUSTRAC and law enforcement the information they need to act. A poor one can delay investigations, trigger follow-up requests, or leave your venue exposed to compliance risk.

This module is designed for managers and compliance officers working in hospitality and gaming environments. It builds on your existing knowledge of suspicious matter reporting and focuses on what separates a high-quality SMR from a poor one, the most common mistakes venues make, and how to submit reports accurately and efficiently through AUSTRAC Online.

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Available in English

What you’ll learn

  • Describe what makes an SMR high quality Understand the key elements AUSTRAC looks for in a well-constructed report, including clear, specific, and factual descriptions of the suspicious matter.
  • Identify common SMR mistakes and how to avoid them Recognise the errors most frequently made when completing and submitting SMRs, and apply practical strategies to prevent them at your venue.
  • Navigate the SMR submission process in AUSTRAC Online Follow the correct steps to complete and lodge an SMR through AUSTRAC Online, including selecting the right fields and attaching supporting information where relevant.
  • Write effective narrative descriptions Construct clear and accurate account narratives that give investigators the context they need, without speculation or irrelevant detail.
  • Review and quality-check an SMR before submission Apply a consistent review process to SMRs before they are lodged to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with AUSTRAC's reporting standards.

Why choose this course?

  • Improve the quality and accuracy of SMR reporting
  • Reduce compliance risk and regulatory scrutiny
  • Support timely investigations by providing clear information
  • Build confidence in AML/CTF reporting processes

Legal context

Under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006, businesses in hospitality and gaming must report suspicious matters to AUSTRAC. Reports must be accurate, timely, and complete. Inadequate reporting can lead to regulatory scrutiny, penalties, and reputational damage. This training supports compliance with reporting obligations and AUSTRAC standards

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Frequently asked questions

Our courses are designed for businesses in the hospitality industry looking to provide professional training for their staff.

At the moment, our courses are available exclusively to businesses through subscription plans.

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Enjoy unlimited access to our entire course library, including this course and any future additions.

Absolutely. We can tailor the course to fit your organisation’s specific needs, culture, and policies. Contact our sales team to explore customisation options.

Our courses are delivered online through our easy-to-use LMS platform or can be provided in SCORM format to integrate with your own LMS.

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Course details

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Included
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30-45 minutes
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Australia
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SCORM
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Allara Global
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