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The huge cost of super tax concessions
Retirement
The huge cost of super tax concessions
The current net annual cost of superannuation tax subsidies is around $40 billion, growing to more than $110 billion by 2060. These subsidies have...
Ron Bird | 09 June 2025
The super tax and the defined benefits scandal
Personal Finance
The super tax and the defined benefits scandal
Australia’s superannuation inequities date back to poor decisions made by Parliament two decades ago. If super for the wealthy needs resetting, so...
John Abernethy | 05 June 2025
A deep dive into the proposed new super tax
Personal Finance
A deep dive into the proposed new super tax
This week’s episode of Investing Compass looks at why you need to pay attention to the new Div 296 tax in super.
Shani Jayamanne | 20 May 2025
Young & Invested: How to pick the right super fund
Personal Finance
Young & Invested: How to pick the right super fund
Confused about your super? Here’s where to start.
Simonelle Mody | 20 May 2025
Should I have insurance in super?
Personal Finance
Should I have insurance in super?
Insurance is a necessary evil of a holistic financial plan. I go through the best ways to protect yourself.
Shani Jayamanne | 06 May 2025
Young & Invested: Should you withdraw your super for a house deposit?
Personal Finance
Young & Invested: Should you withdraw your super for a house deposit?
Withdrawing your super for a house? Here’s what you should consider first.
Simonelle Mody | 23 April 2025
Are we being ripped off by super?
Retirement
Are we being ripped off by super?
I admire a good deal about super but there is room for improvement. 
Mark LaMonica, CFA | 01 April 2025
Young & Invested: Should young people care about their super?
Personal Finance
Young & Invested: Should young people care about their super?
Better late than never to review your super.
Simonelle Mody | 25 March 2025
Future Focus: Should I stop salary sacrificing to my super?
Personal Finance
Future Focus: Should I stop salary sacrificing to my super?
High income Aussies are going to hit the new super cap - easily. Should we bother?
Shani Jayamanne | 14 March 2025
How much do you need to save for retirement?
Retirement
How much do you need to save for retirement?
It is a simple question with an answer we probably don't want to hear. 
Mark LaMonica, CFA | 10 March 2025