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Division 296 tax has passed parliament and what it means for large super balances

19/03/2026

Division 296 has now become law, introducing an additional tax on superannuation earnings for individuals with very large super balances from 1 July 2026, with first assessments expected after 30 June 2027. The long-awaited Division 296 tax has now passed both houses of Parliament and received Royal assent, becoming law under the Treasury Laws Amendment […]

Superannuation contribution caps to increase from 1 July 2026

18/03/2026

From 1 July 2026, several key superannuation thresholds will increase due to indexation. These changes create additional opportunities for eligible individuals to make larger contributions to super in a tax-effective environment, particularly where non-concessional and bring-forward strategies are being considered. We summarise the main changes below and explain what they may mean for you. Contribution […]

Superannuation changes to Division 296 tax

16/10/2025

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has significantly watered down the government’s proposed $3m superannuation tax amid criticism from tax experts and investors. The government has confirmed several important changes to the Division 296 proposed superannuation tax reforms. The updated measures aim to improve fairness while reducing the administrative burden and unintended impacts of the original proposal. We’ve […]

Proposed Division 296 legislation: A new tax on superannuation balances

28/05/2025

With the Federal Election now run and won, the Federal Labor Government will re-introduce its proposed legislation – Division 296 – Better targeted superannuation concessions. The legislation targets individuals with a Total Superannuation Balance (TSB) above $3 million held across all super funds regardless of accumulation or retirement phase. Under the previously proposed legislation that […]