The ‘preservation age’. What it means and why it matters

The ‘preservation age’ is the minimum age that your super must be 'preserved' until. It’s currently between 55 and 60, depending on when you were born. Once you’ve reached the ‘preservation age’, you may then have access to superannuation funds, if certain conditions are met., opens in new window

Date of birth Preservation age

Before 1 July 1960

55

1 July 1960-30 June 1961

56

1 July 1961-30 June 1962

57

1 July 1962-30 June 1963

58

1 July 1963-30 June 1964

59

From 1 July 1964

60

This opens up several options for you to consider but these options also bring risks, so it’s important to speak to a professional, impartial retirement adviser before making any decisions.

Transitioning to retirement

If you’d like to work fewer hours without losing income, you’re now able to start a pension to replace your lost income. Called a ‘transition to retirement’ (TTR), it’s a way to free up your time to pursue other interests and spend more time with the grandchildren.

Retirement planning strategies

You also need to weigh up how withdrawing money early will affect your final retirement lifestyle. It means you’ll have less in your final superannuation account when you decide to fully retire.

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