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Budgeting, Government benefits, Investment markets, Lifestyle, Pre-retirees, Retirees

Trusts in focus – What the 2026 budget means for family structures

The recent Federal Budget has brought discretionary (family) trusts firmly back into the spotlight, with proposed changes that could reshape how these structures are used over the coming years. At the centre of the announcement is a proposal to introduce a minimum 30% tax on discretionary trust income, expected to apply from 1 July 2028. While not yet legislated, the measure signals a clear shift in policy direction.
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Investment markets, Lifestyle, Pre-retirees, Retirees, Uncategorised

Will Retirement Savings Still Matter in 20 Years? Let’s Talk About It.

Every now and then a headline pops up that makes people stop, look twice, and wonder what on earth the future might hold. Elon Musk’s recent claim that retirement savings won’t matter in 20 years definitely falls into that category. It’s bold, it’s dramatic, and it certainly gets people talking. And it’s also very easy for a multi-billionaire to say!
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Investment markets, Lifestyle, Pre-retirees, Retirees

SA Government Employees – Unique Retirement Advantage

While most Australians are limited to a concessional contributions cap of $30,000 per year (for 2025-26), Super SA's Triple S scheme operates under different rules. Those rules can open the door to significant tax savings and a much faster path to financial independence, if you know how to use them. For those over age 60, the planning opportunity becomes even more powerful when combined with a Transition to Retirement (TTR) strategy.
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Budgeting, Government benefits, Investment markets, Lifestyle, Pre-retirees, Retirees

Retirement Living: Choosing the right path for your Lifestyle and Finances

Retirement is a time to enjoy your well-earned freedom and comfort, but choosing where to live can be one of the most financially complex decisions you’ll make. While retirement villages are a well-known option, they’re just one of several choices available to Australians, each with their unique lifestyle and financial implications.
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Age pension, Aged care, Budgeting, Government benefits, Investment markets, Lifestyle, Pre-retirees, Retirees

Increase to Deeming Rates

From 20 September this year, deeming rates will increase for the first time since the Covid-era freeze. This change may affect people whose payments and benefits are determined by the income test. The announcement confirms that rates will gradually return to ‘pre-pandemic settings’ with staged increases to take effect in the future. Increases will be realigned from 1 July to the same time that payments are indexed (expected to be 20 March and 20 September).
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22 June 2026

Trusts in focus – What the 2026 budget means for family structures

Craig Kirkwood
The recent Federal Budget has brought discretionary (family) trusts firmly back into the spotlight, with proposed changes that could reshape how these structures are used over the coming years. At the centre of the announcement is a proposal to introduce a minimum 30% tax on discretionary trust income, expected to apply from 1 July 2028. While not yet legislated, the measure signals a clear shift in policy direction.
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27 February 2026
Aged Care costs

Aged Care Higher Everyday Living Fee explained

Matthew Kelly
The Higher Everyday Living Fee (HELF) has replaced the Extra Service Fee and Additional Service Fee as part of the new aged care rules which came into effect on 1 November 2025. The intent is to provide protection to residents purchasing additional services with their residential aged care.
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