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Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR) and SMSFs
A string of high-profile investment failures has shone a light on the CSLR, how it’s funded and whether it will continue to support SMSFs.
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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 assets test rules (from July 2026)
This guide details the rules and limits of the Age Pension assets test (how much your savings and other assets are worth), which is one half of the means test (along with the income test) that determines how much Age Pension you could be eligible for.
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Age Pension income test rules (from July 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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Age Pension rates (March 2026 to September 2026)
Age Pension rates are rising again. Check the latest rates for singles, couples and transitional pensions and learn what you may be entitled to.
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Federal Budget 2026 overview
Jim Chalmers hailed his fifth Federal Budget as “the most important and ambitious Budget in decades”. While there were a number of significant tax reform measures, from a super perspective there are practically no changes.
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Pension fund performance: Monthly returns to May 2026
Despite ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainty, pension funds had an excellent May and are on course for another stellar financial year.
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Super fund performance: Monthly returns to May 2026
Super funds continued their positive run in May and are on course to post a 9% return for the year to June 2026.
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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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How does SAPTO work? (Senior Australians and pensioners tax offset)
Eligible pensioners could be in for a small but welcome financial sweetener come tax time, thanks to this little known tax offset.
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What government services are available for older Australians?
Retirees and older Australians, be sure to check out all the discounts, services and supports provided by the federal, state and territory governments.
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SuperGuide news for June 2026
Death benefits review, ATO protects super transactions from fraud, Super assets and mega funds on the rise, Ban on advertising super funds to new employees
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Super tips for small business owners and the self-employed
What to do when super is compulsory, and how voluntary contributions and insurance can secure your future.
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The overlooked role of health in retirement planning
Money, check! Flights booked, check! Health and fitness? You won’t get the most out of your retirement without them.
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How the best super funds deliver on member services
While investment performance grabs the headlines, it’s member services that will help you make good decisions about your super that will pay off in retirement.
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Pension fund of the year 2026: What makes a winner?
If retirement beckons, it’s worth knowing which funds are best at addressing the needs of retired members.
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Super funds of the year awards: Best super funds for 2026
Find out which funds are delivering the best returns, products and services for their members.
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Division 296 tax and reversionary pensions
SMSF members who are considering a reversionary pension nomination, or already have one, now need to consider the impact of Division 296 on their death benefits.
