Strong SMSF performance drives growth and competition

New research released today by Adelaide University’s International Centre for Financial Services (ICFS), shows Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs) continue to demonstrate strong long-term performance, outperforming APRA-regulated funds over the previous […]

Joint Submission – Department of Home Affairs – Exposure Draft AML/CTF Transitional Rules

Joint Submission The Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) and the SMSF Association welcome the opportunity to provide this submission in response to the Department of Home Affairs’ consultation on the […]

Joint Submission – Enhancing oversight and governance of managed investment schemes

Joint Submission Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), CPA Australia, the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) and the SMSF Association (the Joint Associations) welcome the opportunity to provide […]

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 […]

Joint Submission – Updates to the new AML/CTF Rules

Joint Submission The Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) and the SMSF Association welcome the opportunity to provide this submission in response to the AUSTRAC consultation on Updates to the New […]

Systems, ethics and defensible processes critical amid technological change

SMSF professionals are operating in an increasingly complex environment, as advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology reshape not only how work is performed, but also the ethical, governance […]

Division 296 Tax reform takes centre stage at the SMSF Association’s National Conference

The Division 296 tax bill, tabled just days before the SMSF Association’s National Conference, placed the reform at the centre of discussions on client impacts, advice strategies, and long-term planning. […]

Joint Submission – Joint Association Submission: Enhancing the effectiveness of financial services professional indemnity insurance

Joint Submission Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), CPA Australia, the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) and the SMSF Association (the Joint Associations) welcome the opportunity to provide […]

SMSF Association recognises outstanding members at 2026 National Conference

The SMSF Association has recognised outstanding members at its 2026 SMSF National Conference, celebrating excellence in SMSF expertise and significant contributions to the SMSF sector. The 2026 CEO Award was […]

SMSF Association re-appoints Chair and announces new vice-Chair

The SMSF Association is pleased to announce the reappointment of Scott Hay-Bartlem as Chair of the board, alongside the appointment of Meg Heffron as Vice-Chair, effective February 2026. This marks […]