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SMSF Association celebrates $1 trillion milestone and key sector reforms
SMSF Association Media Release The sector enjoyed a breakout year in 2024 with total assets invested in SMSFs reaching the $1 trillion milestone, near record numbers of new funds established,

SMSF sector posed for further growth
SMSF Association Media Release Key superannuation indicators highlighted a thriving SMSF sector that had established a firm foundation for strong growth, SMSF Association CEO Peter Burgess told delegates attending its

New research shows SMSFs outperform over longer period
SMSF Association Media Release Research released today by the University of Adelaide’s International Centre for Financial Services (ICFS), shows self-managed super funds (SMSFs) on average outperformed APRA-regulated funds by 1.2

SMSF Association welcomes long-awaited reforms to financial adviser education pathway
SMSF Association Media Release The Federal Government’s decision to reform the educational pathway to become a financial adviser has been welcomed by the SMSF Association. Chief Executive Officer Peter Burgess
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New Super Tax: A Sucker Punch to Economic Growth
No one begrudges Treasury’s advice that Australia should have a fair and equitable superannuation system. However, continual claims that the proposed new tax on large superannuation balances will only affect

Technical Newsletter: Edition 6
Edition 6 December 2024 Compiled by the SMSF Association’s technical team, this Technical Newsletter provides a snapshot of key SMSF legislative and technical developments which have occurred since September 2024.

Lockyer Valley Foods – $50M raise launched for circular food startup: Lockyer Valley Foods
Content provided by Lockyer Valley Foods | Proud partner of the SMSF Association Lockyer Valley Fruit & Vegetable Processing Company Limited (‘Lockyer Valley Foods’), the circular economy fruit and vegetable

Legacy Pension Amnesty now law
Late last week the SMSF sector was handed a somewhat unexpected, but much welcomed, early Christmas present. But this gift was richly deserved – just reward for your Association’s extensive
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The SMSF Association regularly release media statements to communicate policy and advocacy positions, with the below members of the Association’s team available for comment and interview.

Peter Burgess
Chief Executive Officer, SMSF Association
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