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Federal Budget 2026-27: Superannuation
High-risk superannuation arrangements and managed investment schemes will be subject to increased scrutiny, supported by $17.8 million in funding to strengthen governance, supervision, and enforcement of managed investment schemes, together with a further $86.3 million committed to delivering Phase 2 of the Counter Fraud Strategy, which will enhance the ATO's capacity to detect and prevent fraud. In addition, legislation passed earlier this year to increase taxation of high superannuation balances is expected to generate an additional $20 million in revenue.
12 May 2026
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Treasury’s post Shield and First Guardian reforms: key implications for superannuation trustees
Following the Shield and First Guardian fund collapses, Treasury has released two April 2026 consultation papers signalling the Government’s intention to strengthen consumer protections across the superannuation and financial services sectors. The consultations propose enhanced responsibilities for superannuation trustees and other industry participants to reduce member harm and tighten accountability. The proposed reforms range from platform governance and superannuation switching, through to advice-fee deductions, lead generation, hawking, conflicted remuneration, advertising and redress mechanisms.
13 April 2026
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Navigating the Payday super reforms: what employers need to know
Employers will need to ensure that their payroll function and systems are ready to fully implement the upcoming payday superannuation changes.
13 November 2025
