Articles by
Garth McNally
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Choosing an appropriate SMSF auditor
When choosing an auditor for your SMSF, the cheapest and/or quickest is not necessarily the best for the job. Here’s what to look for.
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Webinar: Division 296: The new tax on your super savings is now law!
The Australian Government recently passed new legislation to levy additional tax on Superannuation retirement savings starting July 1, 2026. During this webinar, we will break down how Division 296 works, who is affected now and who may be caught in the future. We will also highlight the practical steps you can take to navigate the changes and…
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How to prepare for an SMSF auditor and fill in your SMSF tax return
Even if you outsource most of the boring SMSF admin, there are two annual tasks trustees can’t avoid.
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Webinar: SuperGuide members Q&A: March 2026
In this webinar super expert Garth McNally answers recent questions from SuperGuide members.
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Where are we now? Pending and recent superannuation changes
Sometimes it seems the super rules are in a constant state of flux, but for some measures the pace of change can be glacially slow.
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Transfer Balance Cap indexation: Opportunities for SMSF members?
The transfer balance cap is set to increase from 1 July 2026, creating opportunities to maximise your retirement income.
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Small APRA funds: What are they and why would I need one?
Small APRA funds are often overlooked, but they offer valuable benefits if you want more control of your super investments without the trustee responsibilities.
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What you need to know about six-member SMSFs
Take up of 6-member funds is small but growing due to the unique opportunities they can offer.
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Webinar: Superannuation considerations for couples
This webinar will highlight some of the simple, yet effective ways that spouses can optimise their combined superannuation balances. We will show you how you can legally access your combined retirement savings earlier, ways to obtain ongoing tax benefits in your retirement and what you can do to manage upcoming legislative changes to the superannuation rules. During…
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Q&A: Can property sale proceeds go into super after retirement?
Retirees with substantial investments both in and out of super often wonder whether they should start a super pension or draw income from investments outside super first. We look at the pros and cons of both options.
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What are the SMSF residency requirements?
Proposed legislation will relax the residency rules for SMSF members, but until then it pays to understand the current rules before heading overseas for an extended stay.
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SMSF death benefits: Who are my dependents and why does it matter?
SMSF trustees must have a good understanding of who death benefits can be paid to and how these payments are taxed. Knowing who your ‘dependents’ are is therefore essential.
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Webinar: Super strategies for 2026
In this webinar we will explore and explain some of the more beneficial superannuation strategies that you should be considering in the next 12 months. We will cover super strategies for members of all types of superannuation funds, including industry funds, retail funds and SMSFs.
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Your SMSF calendar for 2026
Forewarned is forearmed, as they say, so why not download our 2026 SMSF calendar to ensure you don’t miss any crucial dates, deadlines or opportunities in the year ahead.
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Diversification and your SMSF: Why and how to do it
Diversifying your portfolio is a golden rule of investing and a vital task for your SMSF as it can help reduce risk and smooth investment returns.
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Webinar: SuperGuide members Q&A: December 2025
In this webinar super expert Garth McNally answers recent questions from SuperGuide members.
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Losing capacity: The issues for SMSF trustees and what you need to do
Have you considered the risk to your SMSF if you were to lose mental capacity due to accident or ageing? These are the steps you can take now to address this risk.
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Webinar: The Epic Retirement Tick
Only six super funds have earned the Epic Retirement Tick – a new benchmark recognising funds that deliver strong support for members before, during and throughout retirement. Join Ian Fryer from Chant West as we unpack what the Tick measures, why it matters, and which funds truly deliver on their promise to support you for life after work.
