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Super tax change to impact SMSF members: Research

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 11 OCT 2023
The government's proposed tax on superannuation balances exceeding $3 million could adversely impact up to 50,000 self-managed super fund members (SMSF), including posing liquidity challenges. According to a recent report conducted by the International ...

Farmers distressed by superannuation tax overhaul

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 5 OCT 2023
The National Farmer's Federation (NFF) has voiced strong opposition to the government's draft reforms on tax concessions for superannuation balances over $3 million, signalling potential ramifications for rural communities. The NFF said that ...

PwC chief executives hold too much power: Review

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  THURSDAY, 28 SEP 2023
Too much power has rested in the hands of PwC chief executives, who are elected in a presidential-style campaign and, other than maintaining popularity, have unchecked authority, an independent review has found. The report by former Telstra boss Ziggy ...

CALI takes on Life Code

CHLOE WALKER  |  THURSDAY, 28 SEP 2023
... well-served by the new association's responsibility for the Life Code," Briggs said. "The FSC will continue to be a leading voice in related policy debates, including financial advice and the increased political and regulatory scrutiny surrounding group ...

Launch of new superannuation body imminent

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 19 SEP 2023
... of millions of Australians will be well served by a new collective body that can be a strong, thoughtful, and compelling voice about superannuation policy, advocating to all levels of government and industry. "Our promise is member-centric advocacy that ...

Islamic Finance & Investments Association launches

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 19 SEP 2023
The new investment association that will be the voice and leadership of Islamic banking, finance, and investments in Australia has launched. The Islamic Finance & Investments Association (IFIA) is founded by directors Dean Gillespie, chief executive ...

Ring-fencing super for aged care adds complexity, cost: ASFA

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 13 SEP 2023
In a submission to the Aged Care Taskforce, which is currently evaluating the fairness and sustainability of aged care funding in Australia, the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) has voiced strong opposition to ring-fencing superannuation ...

AIST, ISA detail advocacy body to come of merger

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  TUESDAY, 12 SEP 2023
... formed policy and advocacy body for profit-to-member superannuation funds will be launched by October, to create a cohesive voice for the sector. The Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (AIST) and Industry Super Australia (ISA) have confirmed ...

ISA, AIST announce merger to form new organisation

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  TUESDAY, 22 AUG 2023
... balances grow and more members reach retirement age, the long-term interests of members are best served by a compelling voice that is focused on protecting and growing their savings," they said. The boards of ISA and AIST are currently working to establish ...

ASIC cracks down on former adviser, comedian

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 22 AUG 2023
A former financial adviser who doubles as a comedian has had his assets frozen and been barred from leaving the country as the regulator investigates fees charged to client superannuation accounts. Last month, David Mario Valvo of Sydney was ordered ...