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SMC calls for guaranteed super for domestic workers

ELIZA BAVIN | WEDNESDAY, 15 APR 2026

... in private homes - cleaners, housekeepers and nannies - guaranteed superannuation. SMC said these workers are primarily women and the laws are "outdated and discriminatory". Under current laws, domestic workers employed in private homes who work less ...

Aussies remain 'positive' about retirement: Challenger

MATTHEW WAI | MONDAY, 13 APR 2026

... activities and hobbies that give them purpose and happiness in retirement." The challenge is more acutely exacerbated for women, who often retire with less super. According to the study, women (48%) are more likely than men (43%) to rank fear of running ...

Women to drive tailored advice demand: State Street

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | WEDNESDAY, 1 APR 2026

Women are expected to inherit an estimated $3.2 trillion over the next decade, creating demand for tailored advice, legacy planning and retirement income design, State Street Investment Management said. State Street's first module of Reimagining Retirement ...

Australians lose $13.5bn by delaying retirement switch: HESTA

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | TUESDAY, 31 MAR 2026

... behind simply because the system failed to guide them." The whitepaper also noted the consequences are not felt equally, with women being disproportionately affected. Female HESTA members have a take-up rate of 29%, while for all eligible members it ...

T. Rowe Price Australia country head exits

ELIZABETH FRY | MONDAY, 30 MAR 2026

T. Rowe Price Australia is bracing for further leadership change, with its country head confirmed to depart in July following the exit of its head of intermediary. Darren Hall, who served as head of distribution for Australia and New Zealand, will leave ...

FEATURE | Regulation: Picking up the pieces

KARREN VERGARA | TUESDAY, 24 MAR 2026

... currently 15,151. The rigid pathway framework also isn't doing the sector any favours. As an example, Doyle says that women bring enormous strengths to advice yet structural barriers like inflexible CPD, professional year (PY) expectations and work ...

Treasury downgrades productivity assumptions

ELIZA BAVIN | FRIDAY, 20 MAR 2026

... are also evolving, with Treasury expecting participation to edge higher over the next couple of years, primarily led by women and older workers. "Altogether, it means Treasury has changed its view of potential growth in the near term," he said. "This ...

ASIC warns Gen Z against chasing unrealistic crypto gains

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | MONDAY, 16 MAR 2026

... for a 'bit of a punt'. They also reported being contacted about crypto investing, with men being contacted more often than women. "Short-term or speculative trading based on what's popular online carries real risks, particularly in volatile markets like ...

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

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | WEDNESDAY, 11 MAR 2026

... 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 qualified ...

Division 296 legislation passes, LISTO to increase

MATTHEW WAI | WEDNESDAY, 11 MAR 2026

... system," Chalmers said. "These reforms will mean more super for around 1.3 million Australians, including around 750,000 women and around 550,000 young people under the age of 30." The announcement was welcomed by the industry, including the Association ...

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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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