News : Legislation

Proposal to have SMSFs fund the CSLR

April 14, 2026

A new paper from Minister for Financial Services Daniel Mulino outlines options for SMSFs to be included in CSLR funding.

April 14, 2026

An SMSF messaging provider has promised swift transfers and discounted fees for funds affected by the closure of two other providers.

April 7, 2026

The necessity to obtain an actuarial certificate with regard to the allocation of earnings for Division 296 purposes currently seems to be unclear.

March 31, 2026

The ATO has no discretionary power to provide any compliance relief to SMSF trustees who have provided a prohibited loan.

March 24, 2026

Draft regulations that will work in conjunction with the Division 296 tax legislation have been released with industry consultation being sought.

March 24, 2026

Actuarial certificates will play a key role in determining how much SMSF members will pay under the Division 296 tax.

March 17, 2026

The rapid progression of the Division 296 bills through parliament has not reduced concerns about its operation and cost.

March 10, 2026

An element of commercial use relating to an SMSF real estate asset does not mean it will automatically be considered business real property.

March 3, 2026

Contributions caps have been confirmed to rise alongside the general transfer balance cap at the start of the next financial year.

March 3, 2026

Death pension beneficiaries will have the value of that income stream included in their total super balance immediately for Division 296 purposes.