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Good advice is never set and forget
The second day of this year’s SMSF Association’s Technical Summit reinforced a clear message: even the best financial strategies cannot be left on autopilot. While technical expertise remains fundamental, value
The era of siloed SMSF advice is over
The growing complexity of Australia’s superannuation system is continuing to evolve the role of SMSF professionals, placing even greater value on their ability to combine technical expertise with strategic insight
Policy must target harm, not limit choice
With the Government expected to shortly release its package of reforms following recent industry consultation, the SMSF Association is urging the Government to focus on practical, evidence-based policy that strengthens
ATO LRBA guidance an important first step, with further clarity needed
The SMSF Association has welcomed the Australian Taxation Office’s release of guidance on the new limited recourse borrowing arrangement (LRBA) rules saying it provides some important clarification on transitional arrangements,
Latest news articles
TBC and Contribution Cap Indexation
Key superannuation thresholds set to be indexed While it had previously been widely anticipated, the recent release of Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Average Weekly Earnings (AWOTE) data from the
Technical Newsletter: Edition 9
Edition 9 December 2025 Compiled by the SMSF Association’s technical team, this Technical Newsletter provides a snapshot of key SMSF legislative and technical developments which have occurred since September 2025.
Legacy pension amnesty period – Greater Social Security clarity provided
The commutation of a ‘legacy’ pension that was previously asset test exempt for Centrelink purposes will result in the failing of the Centrelink provisions, leading to a loss of asset
Technical Newsletter: Edition 8
Edition 8 September 2025 Compiled by the SMSF Association’s technical team, this Technical Newsletter provides a snapshot of key SMSF legislative and technical developments which have occurred since April 2025.
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Chantelle Penna
PR Specialist , SMSF Association
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p: 0421 948 605
The SMSF Association regularly release media statements to communicate policy and advocacy positions, with the below members of the Association’s team available for comment and interview.
Peter Burgess
Chief Executive Officer, SMSF Association
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