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Digital asset adoption in SMSFs not a surprise: Burgess

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 7 MAY 2026
... unlicensed advice, there isn't really a concern about it." It comes as Coinbase Australia is also entering the SMSF sector with the launch of Coinbase SMSF, following a similar offering launched by OKX last year. Coinbase SMSF will provide onboarding ...

ETFs grow in popularity for SMSF investors

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 17 MAR 2026
... noting this tends to be the case in times of strong market performance. However, over five years to FY24 end, the SMSF sector outperformed APRA funds by 1.1%.

SMSFs continue to demonstrate competitive edge: Data

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 12 MAR 2026
... Association chief executive Peter Burgess said the findings demonstrate the long-term strength and resilience of the SMSF sector; in the 2023-24 financial year, SMSFs underperformed APRA funds by 1.4%, which it said aligns to previous findings they lag ...

SMSFA recognises outstanding members

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 20 FEB 2026
... some of its leading members at its 2026 SMSF National Conference, celebrating excellence and contributions to the SMSF sector. The 2026 Chief Executive Award was presented to David Saul, while Bryce Figot received the Chair Award. High-achieving members ...

Advisers lose lead in SMSF establishments: Panel

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 FEB 2026
... said there is a clear opportunity for advice - from an SMSF's establishment and throughout its lifecycle. "The SMSF sector continues to thrive, gaining momentum among Millennials and Gen X as a key growth opportunity, while also attracting emerging ...

Younger generations drive SMSF sector growth: Class

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 24 SEP 2025
The number of self-managed super funds (SMSF) has grown on the back of increased participation by younger Australians despite regulatory uncertainty, according to a report by Class. The 2025 Annual Benchmark Report by Class found the number of SMSFs ...

New SMSF industry body launches

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 19 JUN 2025
The SMSF Innovation Council has launched to provide the SMSF sector with education, advocacy and a best-practice framework to help navigate the digital assets landscape. Chaired by Kate Cooper, the initiative is focused on collaborating and sharing ...

New SMSF trustees drive financial advice uptake

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 28 MAY 2025
... sector remains without an adviser. Vanguard Australia chief of personal investor Renae Smith said although Australia's SMSF sector is continuing to grow, the research for this year's report highlights that there are significant advice gaps for many individuals ...

Patience urged over 'shortsighted' super tax

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 16 MAY 2025
... superannuants, small business owners, primary producers, and angel investors. "This oversight is already destabilising the SMSF sector and threatens to disrupt the delicate balance of our economic ecosystem." Wilson Advisory senior private wealth adviser ...

Collectables market reaches $17bn: Report

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 14 APR 2025
... jump by 100% and 55% respectively. While collectables represent a small portion, they continue to be popular in the SMSF sector. Australian Taxation Office (ATO) data for December 2024 shows that SMSFs had $683 million invested in collectables and personal ...
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