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Preservation age and transition-to-retirement pensions align

Garth McNally
Garth McNally

An interesting convergence takes place from 1 July 2024, when the preservation age and the age for tax-free super payments align at age 60.

So, what does this mean for those looking to access their retirement savings before age 65?

Background to preservation

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Garth McNally
Garth McNally
Garth has worked in the Australian Superannuation industry for over 20 years with a specific focus on self-managed super funds. He provides ongoing support and training to individuals as well as to professionals working in the superannuation area, including advisers, accountants and lawyers. He is a regular contributor to industry publications and to the leading professional bodies including Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CA ANZ).
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