EOFY 2026 Checklist for employees, sole-traders, business owners and retirees
May 7, 2026
A plain-English EOFY 2026 checklist for PAYG employees, sole traders, company/trust owners and retirees.
Super tax shake up
November 5, 2025
Superannuation tax rules are changing again and there are implications for those with very large balances as well as those on lower incomes. In a nutshell, the new plans include:…
Before you retire
August 4, 2025
If you’re planning to retire, you need to consider: Special rules apply if you receive an employment termination payment, genuine redundancy payment or payments from an approved early retirement scheme….
Your future just got a super boost – are you ready?
July 7, 2025
With the new financial year comes a fresh wave of superannuation changes that could make a real difference to your retirement savings. Let’s unpack what’s changing – and how to…
How the $3m super tax may affect you (and what to do next)
June 4, 2025
As the federal government moves to introduce a new 15 per cent tax on superannuation earnings above $3 million (known as Division 296 tax), concerns and debates have emerged about…
Don’t take super cover for granted
September 3, 2021
Buying insurance through super has many advantages, but you need to make sure you are getting the right cover for your individual needs. In some cases, you may be paying…
Superannuation Announcement
February 26, 2021
With yesterday’s announcement of the AWOTE (Average Weekly Ordinary Time Earnings) figure for the December 2020 quarter, the super contributions caps are set to increase from 1 July 2021 as…
Tax-effective ways to boost your super
December 10, 2020
After a year when the average superannuation balance fell slightly or, at best, moved sideways, the summer holidays could be a good opportunity to think about ways to rebuild your…
Making your savings work harder
November 10, 2020
With tax cuts and stimulus payments on the way, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg is urging us to open our wallets and spend to kick start the national economy. But if your…
Big Four Banks and QSuper leaving the party?
October 14, 2020
2020 has been a year like no other. A global pandemic, Australia’s first recession in nearly 30 years, record low interest rates, volatility in both shares and property markets, and…
Super changes add flexibility
August 5, 2020
Just when you thought you had a grip on the superannuation rules, they change again. This time though, the changes are mostly positive, especially for older super members keen to…
End of Financial Year checklist
June 4, 2020
It always takes some planning to get your finances in order for the end of financial year, and this year may look a little different, come June 30. The COVID-19…
Withdrawing Super: what to consider
May 11, 2020
The federal government has been releasing details of financial support available to Australians who have lost income due the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. A huge number of us…
Temporary Access to Super
April 14, 2020
As part of the measures taken by the government to support those impacted by COVID-19 some people will be able to access up to $10,000 of their super between now…
Coronavirus Safety Net Expanded: What does it mean for you?
March 25, 2020
In a rapidly evolving response to the spread of COVID-19, the Federal Government’s second support package announced over the weekend has flicked the switch to more income support for retirees…
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