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Your feel-good guide to super and retirement.

From your first job to your twilight years, you’ll find tips and tricks to get the most from your retirement savings and from life after work.

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FEATURE STORY

What new super and tax rules mean for you

Read about how superannuation and tax changes that came into effect on 1 July could boost your savings.

By Isatu Kpaka →

FEATURE STORY

Super tips for savvy couples

Most super saving strategies apply equally to everyone, but strategies such as super splitting or sharing contributions are available only to couples.

By Annette Sampson →

FEATURE STORY

Drawing retirement income from your home

Your home is more than just a place to live—it can also be a source of income in retirement.

By Joel Atputharaj →

INVESTING

Six lessons from a former global CIO – Lesson #2: Pressure creates diamonds… or it creates coal

In the second of a six-part series, Russell Investments Vice Chairman, Peter Gunning shares lessons from his 30-year career.

By Pete Gunning

SUPER 101

Power of compound interest

Like a snowball gaining size on a slope, compound interest helps your super balance gather momentum.

By Emma Barrett

RETIRING

Q&A: Account-based pensions

There are several possible income sources for funding your lifestyle after retirement. Find out how account-based pensions fit into the picture.

By Joel Atputharaj

AFTER WORK

Friends for life

How can friends help you to have a successful retirement? Regular columnist and Retirement Coach Dr Jon Glass explores the value of friendship over time.

By Dr Jon Glass

INVESTING

Six lessons from a former global CIO – Lesson #1: Never waste a crisis

In the first of a six-part series, Russell Investments Vice Chairman, Peter Gunning shares lessons from his 30-year career.

By Pete Gunning

SUPER 101

Prioritise today and save for tomorrow

Current costs are important but don’t take from the future to pay for the present.

By Hannah Tattersall