FSC’s roadmap to boost retirement income by $397bn

Policy reforms on how Australians spend their superannuation could boost retirement incomes by $397 billion by 2050, according to research by the Financial Services Council.

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Gig workers miss out on $400m a year in super

Research by Industry Super Australia has found around 275,000 workers could receive, on average, $1,450 in super contributions per annum if the government extended the super guarantee to the gig economy.

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Govt acknowledges stapling impact on insurance

Cbus Super has welcomed the Your Future, Your Super review that acknowledges the importance of access to insurance for workers in hazardous industries.

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How can funds mitigate the risk of illiquid assets?

With more and more superannuation funds opting to hold private market investments, they need to consider the ways they can mitigate the risk of this for members.

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Why super funds must step away from legacy software systems

Following the recent data breach of NGS Super, it’s crucial for superannuation funds to re-evaluate their systems and cyber security measures, according to GBST.

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Super visibility law records over 1,600 access requests

The information sharing system implemented last year for family law proceedings was an important step in improving gender equality in super, according to leading associations.

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Hostplus reduces Choiceplus fees

Hostplus has reduced fees on its direct investment option Choiceplus and increased the allowable investment limit.

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Objective of super submissions reveals the issue is far from simple

Submissions to the consultation on the objective for super have already raised differing views from associations and industry bodies.

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Mercer announces leadership appointments post-BT Super merger

Mercer has announced two executive appointments following the completed merger of BT Super into Mercer Super Trust and welcomed 350 BT employees to the firm.

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Super bodies welcome Govt's YFYS changes

The Financial Services Council, Industry Super Australia, and Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees have responded to the government’s consultation on Your Future, Your Super reforms.

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