Lifting financial security and income in retirement

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Higher levels of retirement income can be accessed through a market-linked lifetime income stream, with the latest data from North revealing a significant uptick in both member incomes and drawdown... Read more continue reading

CPD: Super tax facts

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Superannuation is regarded as the most tax-effective way to save for retirement. However, tax effective is not tax free. This article, proudly sponsored by Allianz Retire+, explores the super tax... Read more continue reading

Super returns fall as threat of trade war looms

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Monthly superannuation returns turned negative for the month of February. Despite an uncertain environment, it was only the second negative monthly return for the financial year; however, it was clear... Read more continue reading

Bravura Solutions expands advice tools reach to over 6 million super fund members

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Bravura Solutions, a global leader in financial services technology, has reached a groundbreaking milestone, with over 6 million Australian super fund members having the opportunity to access its market leading advice tools.... Read more continue reading

CPD: Retirement Income Strategies

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It has been almost 40 years since award superannuation was introduced in Australia, and 33 years since the introduction of mandatory occupational superannuation. This means the next decade will see... Read more continue reading

HESTA embarks on significant transformation to enhance member experience

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As part of HESTA’s ongoing focus on providing great member service supported by modern, secure and future-ready technology, the fund is planning to transition to a new member administration services... Read more continue reading

Super funds deliver stellar result for 2024

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Super funds posted a stellar 2024 result for their members with the median growth fund (61 to 80% in growth assets) returning 11.4%, with higher risk portfolios faring even better.... Read more continue reading

Top performers revealed as super funds charge through 2024 with double digit returns

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Despite a post-Christmas stumble resulting in December returns falling into the red, it was full steam ahead for funds over 2024 with returns boosting member balances in 10 out of the... Read more continue reading

Double digit super fund returns a live possibility for CY24

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Super funds had a tremendous month in November with the median growth fund (61 to 80% in growth assets) up 2.5% for the month, benefitting from buoyant share markets led... Read more continue reading

MFS Global Retirement Survey shows Australians more confident about retiring but expect to save more than planned

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Overall confidence in being able to retire has significantly risen in Australia, according to the 2024 MFS Global Retirement Survey. However, 75% of superannuation fund members agreed they needed to... Read more continue reading