Practical, plain-English articles for Australians planning the transition into retirement. Each one is written to help you understand the moving parts — superannuation, Age Pension, income, estate planning — and then actually organise your own planning, step by step.
Planning a Big Lap, travelling with a caravan or exploring Australia at your own pace? Here's how to build a realistic retirement travel budget before you hit the road.
10 October 2026 · 10 min read
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A practical Australian estate planning checklist covering your will, super beneficiaries, decision-making arrangements, healthcare wishes and important records.
30 September 2026 · 10 min read
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The Work Bonus can reduce how much eligible employment or self-employment income is counted under the Age Pension income test.
23 September 2026 · 9 min read
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Yes. You can have super and still receive the Age Pension.
14 September 2026 · 9 min read
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Your super is not automatically paid to you when you retire. Once you are eligible to access it, you generally have choices about leaving it invested, starting a retirement income stream, taking a lump sum or using a combination.
11 September 2026 · 9 min read
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One of the most important questions when planning for retirement is also one of the simplest: how much will I actually spend? A realistic retirement budget helps you understand what your life after work could cost.
11 September 2026 · 8 min read
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A good retirement plan starts by understanding where you are today, then working through the important decisions one step at a time. Here are ten practical steps to help you get started.
18 August 2026 · 9 min read
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