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Industry super funds have been hit by hacking attempts and outages. Should you be worried? Drew Meredith and James O’Reilly break down what’s happening — plus answer your top retirement questions on super access, non-concessional contributions, downsizer rules, and early retirement strategies.
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Topics covered today:
- Industry super fund hacks and downtime — why it’s worrying
- Can you re-contribute super after drawing a pension?
- Preservation rules for superannuation: 60, 65, and retirement triggers
- How to add a spouse to a property title affordably
- Superannuation strategies for couples with large age gaps
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