Taxation

Pensions offer a range of tax benefits.

The way your pension is taxed will depend on your particular circumstances. Our fact sheet on Tax and your AustralianSuper Pension contains some general information.

Tax rules can be complicated, so it may be a good idea to seek professional financial advice before making any decisions.

AustralianSuper members have access to no commission, fee-for-service financial advice through Industry Fund Financial Planning (IFFP).

They can help you determine whether you are likely to qualify for a pension, and can advise you of legitimate strategies to reduce your income and assets for assessment purposes.

To arrange a time for an initial discussion or for more information, you can contact an IFFP adviser on 1300 138 848 or go to www.iffp.com.au.

For more information on tax, visit the Tax Office website or call the Tax Office superannuation infoline on 13 10 20.

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