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Delaying DBFO imposes 'generational' consequences

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 24 OCT 2024
... (ASFA) also wants to see the reforms passed swiftly, with the legislation to also benefit super funds. ASFA chief executive Mary Delahunty said the move will be a "revolutionary step" for Australians to ultimately achieve financial wellbeing in their ...

Shifting retirement intentions require super rule change: ASFA

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 22 OCT 2024
... there is "no typical pathway" to retirement, with many intending on working past the age of 65. However, ASFA chief executive Mary Delahunty said this presents a problem when it comes to accessing savings and the rules around drawing down on super need ...

Australia's retirement system slides down rankings

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 16 OCT 2024
... significant improvement we can make to our system and the lives of Australian retirees as they live longer." Conversely, Mary Delahunty, chief executive of the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA), said while the compulsory income ...

Liberal MPs slammed for 'dangerous' super policy

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 16 OCT 2024
... their superannuation early to purchase a property. Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) chief executive Mary Delahunty said single and divorced women are already most at risk of persistent poverty in retirement and allowing them to ...

Reforms needed to boost engagement: ASFA

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 23 SEP 2024
... adults have sought out information related to retirement, while only 60% of those aged over 65 has. ASFA chief executive Mary Delahunty said the lack of urgency can cost retirees dearly. "It's concerning to see such a lack of engagement with information ...

Payday Super penalties ramped up ahead of legislation

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 SEP 2024
... Super as soon as possible. "Payday super is a game-changer," Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia chief executive Mary Delahunty said. "This reform means workers will see their super build in real-time, alongside their wages. It will mean ...

ASFA launches new initiative to fight financial crime

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 SEP 2024
... help to fortify our industry, helping it remain resilient in the face of these growing challenges," ASFA chief executive Mary Delahunty said. "By working together, we stand a better chance of safeguarding people's savings and maintaining the trust and ...

Growing super balances show more work to be done: ASFA

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 16 SEP 2024
... superannuation assets, with men holding 56.6%. The share for women was up from 41.9% four years before, it said. ASFA chief executive Mary Delahunty said there needs to be more focus on the issue. "Women are more likely than men to have had time out ...

Superannuation objective legislation hits Senate floor

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 11 SEP 2024
... provide a statement of compatibility which explains how the changes uphold the legislated objective. ASFA chief executive Mary Delahunty emphasised the importance of a shared understanding of what super is for, and a process so the Parliament must adequately ...

Super on parental leave bill hits parliament

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 22 AUG 2024
... of the sacrifices so many women make for their families," Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia chief executive Mary Delahunty said. "For too long, women have carried the burden of reduced superannuation simply because they took time out to ...