Category: SMSF Association Media Release

Sector urged to focus on education as unadvised SMSF trustees surge

The SMSF sector has experienced rapid growth over the past two years, driven by Australians seeking greater control, higher engagement and more personalised retirement outcomes.  SMSF Association CEO Peter Burgess […]

Division 296 Tabled: Small wins but unintended consequences remain

Following the tabling of the Division 296 legislation this morning in Parliament, the SMSF Association has welcomed some small technical amendments but remains concerned about the high likelihood of unintended […]

SMSF Association welcomes appointment of Sarah Court as ASIC Chair

The SMSF Association welcomes Ms Sarah Court as the next Chair of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), recognising the significance of this appointment for the self-managed superannuation (SMSF) […]

Draft Division 296 Bills Raise Serious Practical Concerns

SMSF Association Media Release SMSF Association has lodged its submission on the Government’s draft legislation for the Better Targeted Super Concessions policy, welcoming recent changes while warning that significant issues […]

SMSF Association bolsters industry expertise with first wave of new course graduates

SMSF Association Media Release The SMSF Association is celebrating the first graduates from its newly launched, structured course for the acclaimed SMSF Specialist Advisor (SSA®) accreditation—marking a significant evolution in […]

SMSF Association called for immediate CSLR overhaul following release of FY27 initial levy estimate

SMSF Association Media Release The SMSF Association says the newly released FY27 Initial Levy Estimate of $137.5 million confirms the pressing need for the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR) […]

SMSF Association welcomes new Director Ben Taylor

SMSF Association Media Release The SMSF Association has appointed the managing director of Oxygen Capital Group, Ben Taylor, to its Board, effective 1 January 2026. His appointment follows the retirement […]

SMSF Association reaffirms need for higher standards in SMSF advice after ASIC findings

SMSF Association Media Release ASIC’s latest Review of SMSF Establishment Advice (Report 824) serves as a critical reminder of the need for the SMSF sector to maintain a strong focus […]

SMSF Association strengthens technical expertise with appointment of industry heavyweight

SMSF Association Media Release The SMSF Association has appointed John Perri as Technical Manager enhancing its technical support capabilities at a time of massive change and reform in financial services […]

Removal of tax on unrealised capital gains and commitment to consult gets strong tick of approval

SMSF Association Media Release The SMSF Association has welcomed today’s announcement by the Federal Government to scrap its proposal to tax unrealised superannuation capital gains. In a statement released today, […]