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Age pension, Aged care, Budgeting, Government benefits, Investment markets, Lifestyle, Pre-retirees, Retirees

Support at Home changes: personal care services fully funded from 1 October 2026

From 1 October 2026, the Australian Government will fully fund certain personal care services delivered through the Support at Home program. Recipients will no longer need to make personal contributions towards these services.
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Age pension, Government benefits, Insurance, Investment markets, Lifestyle, Pre-retirees, Retirees, Uncategorised

What the Shield and First Guardian Collapse Can Teach Us About Protecting Your Super

You may have seen the headlines about the collapse of the Shield and First Guardian Master Funds. It’s a confronting story, with almost 12,000 Australians affected and over $1.2 billion of retirement savings gone. Many only found out only when a letter arrived saying their super had vanished. It’s the kind of thing that makes all of us stop and check our own arrangements.
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Age pension, Aged care, Budgeting, Government benefits, Investment markets, Lifestyle, Pre-retirees, Retirees

Fear of Running Out of Money in Retirement: How Australians Can Retire with Confidence

One of the biggest concerns facing Australians approaching retirement is the fear of running out of money. Financial experts have even coined a term for it: FORO (Fear of Running Out). While this anxiety is understandable, research suggests that many retirees may be more financially secure than they realise. By understanding the factors that influence retirement income and longevity, Australians can make more informed decisions and enjoy their retirement with greater confidence.
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Investment markets, Pre-retirees, Retirees

Do You Really Know What’s Inside Your Super?

During recent client review meetings, I've noticed two concerns coming up regularly. The first is the growing dominance of large US technology companies and whether current valuations can continue rising. The second is rising government debt levels around the world, particularly in the United States and Australia, and whether governments are willing or able to address these issues over the long term.
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Budgeting, Insurance, Investment markets, Lifestyle, Pre-retirees, Retirees

What to Consider Before Your First Financial Planning Meeting

Sitting down with a financial planner for the first time can feel a little daunting. You might be wondering what to bring, what will be asked, or simply whether you’re ready to share your personal financial information. The good news is that a first meeting is simply a conversation, and a bit of preparation goes a long way toward making it a productive one.
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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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16 October 2026
At home support with medication

Support at Home changes: personal care services fully funded from 1 October 2026

Matthew Kelly
From 1 October 2026, the Australian Government will fully fund certain personal care services delivered through the Support at Home program. Recipients will no longer need to make personal contributions towards these services.
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7 October 2026

What the Shield and First Guardian Collapse Can Teach Us About Protecting Your Super

Michelle Sanchez
You may have seen the headlines about the collapse of the Shield and First Guardian Master Funds. It’s a confronting story, with almost 12,000 Australians affected and over $1.2 billion of retirement savings gone. Many only found out only when a letter arrived saying their super had vanished. It’s the kind of thing that makes all of us stop and check our own arrangements.
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11 September 2026

Donating to your kids

Will Chapman
You’re retired and you’ve set yourself up well financially. You have no debt, no job to lose, no (or little) taxable income, no kids eating your fridge out and ready access to capital. You’re the envy of every financially stressed 40 year old with years of pressure head of them; possibly your own children. You wonder how you can help but you don’t want to just hand over cash without a purpose, and you also don’t want to create dependency or expectations.
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