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Chalmers releases retirement phase reforms

ELIZA BAVIN | TUESDAY, 24 FEB 2026

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has released the Retirement Reporting Framework and Best Practice Principles for superannuation retirement income solutions. "These reforms are all about strengthening the system to deliver the best results for Australians when ...

Zurich Financial Services to acquire ClearView

KARREN VERGARA | TUESDAY, 24 FEB 2026

... expert's review. ClearView chair Geoff Black said: "We believe Zurich and ClearView are highly complementary brands in life insurance and that, if the scheme is implemented, Zurich will be a great custodian to continue delivering ClearView's ...

A comfortable retirement now costs more than ever

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | TUESDAY, 24 FEB 2026

The cost of comfortable retirement for homeowners at age 67 has reached a record high, according to ASFA's latest quarterly Retirement Standard. A comfortable retirement super balance is now $630,000 for singles, up from $595,000. Couples would ...

SMSFs need to stay ahead of the regulatory curve: Nowinfinity

MATTHEW WAI | FRIDAY, 20 FEB 2026

... balances, as well as faster implementation of strategies, such as withdrawal and recontribution strategies in response to various life events. Meanwhile, from a regulatory perspective, Anderson said the ATO is anticipating better and more frequent reporting ...

Aged care misinformation poses opportunity for advisers

KARREN VERGARA | FRIDAY, 20 FEB 2026

Financial advisers can bridge the gap in aged care advice, according to an expert, who says that too many elderly people are suffering from the confusion and misinformation surrounding the new aged care reforms. Louise Biti, director of Aged Care Steps ...

UniSuper 'missed out' on gold rally, but for good reason: Pearce

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | FRIDAY, 20 FEB 2026

... produce income, he looks at gold as a currency. "We have investment principles-we think about your superannuation as your life savings," Pearce said. "Our principles guide what we do, and it steers us away from speculating on currency movements. So yes ...

Aussie veterans front Senate over underpaid pensions

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026

... required, depending on their financial situation at the time of discharge, and to assist the member in resettling into civilian life," DVA said. The decision of a member to access commutation was voluntary, but in doing so would commute part of their ...

Most sought-after professionals revealed

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026

... talent, the survey found the top three things employees value in an employer are excellent compensation and benefits; work-life balance and flexible working arrangements; and a positive and supportive workplace culture. In line with this, the top working ...

Looming Div 296 tax prompts urgent tax, retirement planning

KARREN VERGARA | THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026

... said. For members with between $3 million and $10 million in superannuation, Heffron said while Div 296 is "a pain it is not life threatening." Based on her calculations, leaving money in super works out to be better than taking it out and investing ...

Advisers lose lead in SMSF establishments: Panel

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 18 FEB 2026

Several forces are fuelling the unprecedented rise in SMSF establishments, and while financial advisers used to be the driving force behind this, they are now getting left behind, according to industry experts - but they can reclaim their lead. New ...

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BT appoints new head of strategy

KARREN VERGARA

A former Allianz Retire+ executive has joined BT as the new head of strategy.

ASX sees trade volumes soar in May

MATTHEW WAI

ASX saw a substantial growth in trade volumes last month, despite continued lackluster movement in IPOs.

Otivo launches AI-powered financial advice

MATTHEW WAI

Otivo has launched a mobile app for Australians to access licensed advice powered by AI.

Munro expands access to climate focused fund

VINNY VUCAGO

The Munro Global Growth Climate Leaders PIE Fund has been opened to retail investors in New Zealand.

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