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Legacy Evolves

Fintra is an Australian based private family office. We transform capital built over generations into enduring value.
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FINTRA
Fintra is the private family office of the David Holckner family. With a focus on strategy, integrity, and enduring value, Fintra invests across asset classes to grow and preserve multigenerational wealth.
Our Story
From humble beginnings, to the next chapter of a 100 year long family story.
David and Charlie Holckner at Smorgon Steel

When we found ourselves in the middle of a familial divestment, we sought to ensure our family's success from over 100 years of business activities would continue for generations to come.

Part of the Smorgon Family, then the Holckner Group and now on our journey, we have always rolled up our sleeves and been involved in everything we do, with the aim that this will yield superior performance.

After a lifetime of business, growth and familial divestments, we founded Fintra. Fintra ensures the capital we have created and stewarded for years will continue to create multigenerational wealth. Fintra continues to invest this capital the ensure preservation and growth.

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OUR VISION

Investing with Purpose. Allocating with Precision.

We focus on quality over quantity, backing opportunities that reflect clarity, resilience, and long-term performance potential. Each investment is measured, selected, and aligned to our guidelines.
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OUR APPROACH

Current Investment Themes

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Property
Residential and commercial real estate development.
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Manufacturing
Backing real-world production with scale.
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Global Markets
Exposure to global trends and opportunity.
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Non-Bank Lending
Providing capital where traditional finance falls short.
OUR APPROACH
Our Investment Process
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Proposal Submission
Deal makers or our analysts prepare a detailed memo. We check if the deal meets our strategic, sizing and sector exposure requirements.
Due Diligence
Our investment team models the proposal valuation and evaluates risk exposure, scenarios and drawdowns. Legal and compliance checks are completed.
Investment Committee Presentation
The opportunity is presented to our investment committee for review and Q&A. Any red flags are investigated.
Decision & Voting
The committee votes on the proposal. At Fintra, we require a unanimous decision. Conditions and benchmarks are discussed and outlined.
Execution
Approved investments are handed off to our operations team for execution. They ensure proper settlement, accounting, and reporting.
Monitoring
We monitor the position's performance, risk limits, and thesis on an ongoing basis. Our investment committee is updated in regular reviews.
Philanthropy

Legacy goes beyond capital


We have always had a strong belief in giving back. We seek to donate across our community, advancing work that outlasts the moment and will benefit generations to come.
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Explore our giving categories below.

150+
Initiatives supported over the years.
50+
Years active in Australian philanthropy.
The National Gallery of Victoria
The NGV in Melbourne
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
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Ending Youth Homelessness
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Helping the Next Generation
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Building a Stronger Community
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Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
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From David

"Fintra stands for Financial Transformation— a name that tells the story of our family's century-long journey of growth and change in Australia."

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What is Fintra?

Fintra is the private family office investment firm of the David Holckner Family. Fintra invests across asset classes to grow and preserve multigenerational wealth.

What family does Fintra represent?

Fintra manages the investments of the David Holckner Family. We are part of the wider Smorgon and Holckner Family.

What types of investments does Fintra pursue?

We invest across asset classes — including property, private equity, non-bank lending and more. We are guided by long-term value creation, risk-adjusted returns, and capital growth.

Does Fintra accept outside capital?

Fintra is 100% private and does not accept outside capital for co-investment.

Is Fintra open to new investment opportunities?

Yes — we welcome introductions to well-considered opportunities that align with our investment philosophy, time horizon, and standards. For more information, contact us.

Where is Fintra based?

Fintra is headquartered in Melbounre, Australia. We operate with a global outlook and a flexible mandate to explore opportunities across markets and geographies.

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