Category: SMSF Association Media Release

Proposal to enhance flexibility for super payments endorsed

The Government’s decision to draft laws to assist Australians aged 65 and over to boost their retirement savings has the full support of the SMSF Association. The proposed legislation, which […]

Proposal to outlaw ‘hawking’ of financial products gets thumbs up

The draft legislation that seeks to implement the Financial Services Royal Commission recommendation to outlaw the “hawking” of financial products has the backing of the SMSF Association. As part of […]

Coronavirus, rate cut, ATO guide highlight need for specialist advice

The economic and market fallout from concerns about the global coronavirus outbreak, the RBA rate cut and recent ATO investment strategy guidance sends a stark message to self-managed super fund […]

Andrew Hamilton appointed to chair SMSF Association

The SMSF Association has announced the appointment of Andrew Hamilton as its new Chair, effective from the end of this year’s National Conference. Hamilton, who joined the board in February […]

SMSFs a ‘pioneer group’ for Retirement Income Review

Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) are the “pioneer group” for the retirement income system that can provide invaluable evidence for the Retirement Income Review, says SMSF Association CEO John Maroney. Commenting […]

Financial advice gap adds to retirees’ retirement stress

A key issue confronting an ageing Australian population is the level of unmet financial advice that is making it harder for people to plan their retirement and then execute those […]

Four workshops on the agenda for 2020 National Conference

Delegates attending the SMSF Association National Conference on the Gold Coast from 19-21 February will have a choice of four workshops to attend over the two-and-half day event. The workshops […]

Call to phase out limited licensing and set up new advice system

The SMSF Association wants limited licensing phased out and a new advice framework established to better meet the needs of self-managed super fund (SMSF) trustees. In its 2020-21 Budget submission, […]

2020 National Conference to ‘crystal ball’ super in 2030

The superannuation landscape in 2030 will be the theme of the SMSF Association’s Thought Leadership Breakfast at the National Conference being held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre […]

ASIC Fact Sheet on SMSFs lacks balance

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission’s (ASIC) Fact Sheet, “Self-Managed Super Funds: Are they for you?” provides a timely warning about the need to get specialist advice before establishing an […]