Auswild & Broad | Blog

Running, or deciding to set up a self-managed super fund (SMSF) gives you control, but it also brings legal responsibilities.

From 1 July 2026, there’s a major change coming that will reshape how you handle superannuation contributions for staff.

If your super balance is comfortably below $3 million, you can probably relax — the proposed changes to the super rules shouldn’t adversely affect you (yet). But if your super is nudging that level, or if you’re clearly over, the Treasurer’s latest announcement could change how you think about super’s generous tax breaks.

Super guarantee rate now 12%: what it means for employers.

In a move that surprised many commentators, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) held the cash rate steady at 3.85% in July.

You may have seen the viral headline about a new U.S. tax bill called the One Big Beautiful Bill, but what does it mean for Australian investors, especially super funds and small businesses with US exposure? Turns out, it could mean a hit to investment returns.

Division 296 super tax is a controversial Federal Government proposal to impose an extra 15% tax on some superannuation earnings for individuals if their total superannuation balance (TSB) is over $3 million as at 30 June of the relevant income year.

As the urban sprawl continues in most major Australian cities, we are often asked to advise on the tax treatment of subdivision projects. Before jumping in and committing to anything, it is important to understand the tax liabilities that might arise from these projects.

Planning for retirement can be daunting, but understanding how much superannuation you should have at different stages of your life can make it easier. Here’s a guide to help you gauge whether you’re on track with your super savings.

The amount of money that can be transferred to a tax-free retirement account will increase to $2m on 1 July 2025.