Fees ate my super…or did they?

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Are Australians paying too much in management fees on their superannuation? Recent discussion in the media suggests just that. However, some of the publicity is based on inaccurate claims or... Read more continue reading

Government pulls the wrong lever by delaying SuperStream

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A seasoned industry practitioner is highly critical of the Federal Government’s decision to push back the date by which superannuation funds must comply with the SuperStream contributions data standards. Superannuation... Read more continue reading

Defence Bank launches new super and pension product

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The Defence Bank has expanded its offering to members and potential members with the launch of a new superannuation and pension product. Called Defence Bank Super, the new product has... Read more continue reading

Joint superannuation accounts – the next front in a long campaign to better engage fund members

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Finding ways to truly engage superannuation fund members with their retirement savings outcomes is a long-term industry conundrum in Australia. Superannuation funds have embarked on numerous approaches to improve member... Read more continue reading

Young people take more active interest in superannuation

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In a break with tradition, young people are taking a more active interest in their superannuation with the 30-49 year old group being the most concerned about planning for retirement,... Read more continue reading

To Infinity … and beyond

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“Local Government Super takes out the Infinity Award for the third time” Local Government Super (LGS) has been announced as the winner of this year’s SuperRatings Infinity Award. The Award... Read more continue reading

Australian custody and administration sector continues growth trajectory

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The Australian custodial and administration sector continues to grow strongly driven by rising equity markets, with the latest industry statistics released by the Australian Custodial Services Association (ACSA) revealing total... Read more continue reading

MLC calls on women to take action on super

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Ahead of International Women’s Day, MLC is raising awareness about the importance of superannuation and the amount of savings women will need in retirement. Women retire with 40% less super... Read more continue reading

AMP launches Super product for growing middle market employer segment

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AMP has launched a new corporate superannuation solution for the growing middle market, a segment which now accounts for 25 per cent of Australian workers. AMP SignatureSuper Select will offer... Read more continue reading

Aged-care complexity continues, despite government reforms

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Centric Wealth says bonds now creating most confusion for elderly and their families Leading wealth management advisory firm, Centric Wealth, today said that despite the Federal Government’s Living Longer Living... Read more continue reading