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CFS launches pension bonus

VINNY VUCAGO  |  MONDAY, 17 AUG 2026
... said. "Our focus is on providing practical solutions that help members move confidently from accumulation into retirement income." CFS will launch its Retirement Income Optimiser later this year, a FirstChoice capability designed to help improve retirement ...

ASFA defends super as 'policy success' amid Bragg criticism

VINNY VUCAGO  |  FRIDAY, 14 AUG 2026
The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) has pushed back against criticism of the compulsory system saying it has delivered significant gains for retirement security and reduced pressure on the federal budget. ASFA chief executive ...

Challenger launches retirement research institute

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 11 AUG 2026
... been undertaking for decades, bringing together its research, policy engagement, and practical insights into retirement income under a single platform. "Challenger has been a leading contributor for many years with research, whitepapers, and policy ideas ...

Retirement portfolios need a new playbook: Real Asset Management

VINNY VUCAGO  |  MONDAY, 10 AUG 2026
... advisers who embrace a broader portfolio toolkit would be better positioned to manage the growing complexity of retirement income strategies as Australia's aging population continued to expand. "The next generation of retirement portfolios will be built ...

Brighter Super launches lifetime income product in accumulation phase

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 6 AUG 2026
Brighter Super has announced plans to deliver a new lifetime retirement income solution designed to enable eligible members to begin building future lifetime income benefits while they are still working. Brighter Super said the move makes it the first ...

AustralianSuper ups admin fees

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 4 AUG 2026
... $250,000, administration fees will increase by up to $1.83 per week. For members in Choice Income and Transition to Retirement Income this change is effective from November 1. The asset-based fee cap for accumulation accounts will also rise from $350 ...

CFS strengthens managed accounts menu

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 28 JUL 2026
... advisers expect, CFS said. "The addition of the Russell portfolios builds on the introduction of Betashares Retirement Income and Elston Income portfolios in late 2025, reinforcing CFS's focus on delivering solutions to support clients in and approaching ...

AMP appoints employer partnership lead

VINNY VUCAGO  |  FRIDAY, 24 JUL 2026
... will help us work even more closely with employers and advisers as they support Australians to maximise their retirement income." She said Millington had built a strong reputation for developing high-performing teams and delivering growth across the ...

GDG delivers 36% jump in FUM

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 23 JUL 2026
... tailwinds supporting long-term growth remain favourable. Australia's ageing population, increasing demand for retirement income solutions and continued need for financial advice are expected to support demand across our investment bonds and LifeIncome ...

Super Consumers appoints former regulator as chair

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 22 JUL 2026
Super Consumers Australia (SCA) has appointed former deputy chair of ASIC and ACCC as its board chair. Peter Kell brings decades of experience in consumer protection, financial services regulation and public policy to SCA and has previously served as ...