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How long you can expect to live and what it means for your super
While none of us knows exactly how long we will live, you can narrow the possibilities with these life expectancy projections based on Australian numbers.
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Commonwealth Seniors Health Card: Eligibility and how to apply
Who qualifies for the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, the income limits that apply and how to apply, plus a video explainer.
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How do I apply for the Age Pension?
If you’re approaching your 67th birthday and planning to apply for the Age Pension, this is what you need to do.
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What’s the Carer Payment and am I eligible?
If you care for an ill or disabled person full time, you may be eligible for regular income support payments.
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How to maximise your Age Pension
If you’re on a part-Age Pension, or just miss out on one, you may be able to increase your pension entitlements with some of these perfectly legitimate strategies.
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10 retirement mistakes you don’t want to make
There are lots of decisions to make as you prepare for retirement, and potentially large sums of money involved, so it’s important to avoid costly mistakes.
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Am I eligible for the Age Pension?
A common question for Australians planning their retirement is if, and when, they will be eligible for the Age Pension.
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How to plan for your retirement
It can be difficult knowing where to start when you are ready to think seriously about retirement, but working through these easy steps will help.
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Age Pension assets test rules (from September 2026)
Age Pension assets test limits change three times a year, but your family home is never counted. Check the latest limits and what else is included.
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Age Pension calculator (September 2026 update)
Our Age Pension calculator gives you an estimate of your potential Age Pension entitlements based on your situation, assets and income.
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Age Pension rates (from 20 September 2026)
Age Pension rates are rising again, but how much you actually get depends on your assets and income. Check the latest rates and figures.
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Deeming rates and calculator for the Age Pension income test
Current deeming rates and thresholds for the Age Pension income test. See exactly how your assets are assessed.
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Age Pension income test rules (from September 2026)
A common question for those nearing or in retirement is “How much can a pensioner earn before it affects the pension?”.
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Women and super (Part 3): Making the most of your assets after retirement
There are still ways to boost your retirement income and support your lifestyle, even if your final super balance was disappointing.
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The sprint finish: How to boost your super before retirement
If you are ready to retire but your super balance isn’t, don’t despair. Here are some handy strategies to give your super a last minute cash injection.
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In specie transfers and SMSFs: What you need to know
If you’ve ever wondered if you can transfer shares or a business property into your SMSF, the answer is yes but strict rules apply.
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Super fund performance reckoners: Monthly returns for 5 investment categories
In our reckoner below you can view the median monthly investment returns for 5 superannuation investment options going back to January 2016.
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Lifecycle super funds: What they are and how they perform
Lifecycle funds are designed to reduce risk as you near retirement without sacrificing returns; recent research shows many do just that but you need to know what to look for.
