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Older Australians drive majority of super complaints: ASIC

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | THURSDAY, 4 JUN 2026

Older Australians between the ages of 55 to 75 accounted for half of the internal complaints made to super funds in 2025, according to ASIC's Internal Dispute Resolution (IDR) data dashboard. Out of the 221,623 complaints super funds received from individuals ...

ETF a rising craze among the Gen Z: Vanguard

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | FRIDAY, 29 MAY 2026

... Vanguard's latest research found younger Australians are more likely to incorporate ETFs into their portfolios, while older Australians continue to rely more heavily on traditional investment vehicles, particularly direct share ownership. In its report ...

Structural reforms necessary despite global shocks: Chalmers

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | THURSDAY, 14 MAY 2026

... about putting older and younger people at 10 paces. We recognise and respect the really big contribution that older Australians have made and continue to make to our country and our economy."

Government to commit $3.7bn to strengthen aged care access

MATTHEW WAI | TUESDAY, 12 MAY 2026

... governance and quality arrangements, sector viability and workforce support to provide better aged care for older Australians. "These changes build on the government's aged care reforms that have codified the rights of older Australians in law and established ...

Clearer distinction of advice required around aged care costs: Review

MATTHEW WAI | WEDNESDAY, 6 MAY 2026

... welcomed the recognition of the designation. "The recommendations would lead to a clearer, safer pathway for older Australians, enabling these people to make more effective aged care decisions," Abood said. "This is particularly critical as Australia's ...

Budget to overhaul negative gearing, CGT discount, family trusts

ELIZA BAVIN | TUESDAY, 5 MAY 2026

... the intergenerational pressures are really serious. We recognise and respect the really big contribution that older Australians have made and continue to make to our country and to our economy. But a lot of Australians, and particularly younger Australians ...

Government aims to 're-make' NDIS, redirect funding to aged care

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 23 APR 2026

... packages. Butler said the Budget will invest $3 billion in delivering more beds, packages and better care for older Australians, while $200 million will be invested to deliver 20 additional Specialist Dementia Care units to expand the Hospital to Aged ...

Aussies remain 'positive' about retirement: Challenger

MATTHEW WAI | MONDAY, 13 APR 2026

... a slight improvement in retirement sentiment, Challenger believes better access of financial education among older Australians, particularly regarding lifetime income stream strategies, will be beneficial to retirees. The third annual Challenger Retirement ...

Australians like AI, reluctant to trust it on financial decisions: Survey

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | WEDNESDAY, 11 MAR 2026

... they see confidence fall sharply when AI is used for financial decision-making. Trust in AI is weakest among older Australians and women. Day added AI can support better outcomes, but it works best when it complements the expertise and oversight of a ...

Australians unlock only 1% of $600bn in home equity: Deloitte

MATTHEW WAI | MONDAY, 9 MAR 2026

... Deloitte survey clearly shows that customers are using reverse mortgages for specific, defined needs," Cicak said. "Older Australians are not drawing more than required; on average, they access around 50% or less of their available equity." Among those ...

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Australian Unity to shed 195 roles

MATTHEW WAI

Australian Unity is reducing its workforce by 195 positions due to underperformance stemming from delays in government support for its Home Health platform and the integration of several businesses.

Count shutters limited-advice business, slips in size ranking

MATTHEW WAI

Count Financial has reportedly wound up its restricted SMSF/limited-advice service, losing some 26 advisers on the Financial Adviser Register, latest data shows.

First Super recruits head of investments from Prime Super

MATTHEW WAI

First Super has appointed a new head of investments, replacing Chris Artis, who was in the position for the past three months on an interim basis.

BMO eyes Euroz Hartleys' capital markets business

KARREN VERGARA

Euroz Hartleys confirmed it is in discussions with Canada's BMO Financial Group for a potential sale of its capital markets business for $145 million.

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