Superannuation fundamentals¶

New to superannuation? This module starts at the very beginning — what super is, why Australia has it, how the system works, and the people and funds involved. By the end you will understand how super builds up over your working life and how you eventually get to use it.

General information only — not tax, super or financial advice.

Lessons¶

1. What is superannuation?
2. Why superannuation is important
3. How Australia's superannuation system works
4. The people involved
5. Types of super funds
6. Understanding your super account
7. How super grows over time
8. Accessing your super
9. Common super terminology
10. Superannuation checklist

Start with lesson 1