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Australian Aged Care CEO Advocates Superannuation Use for Aged Care

First article: 21 mar. 2026, 21:01 | Last update: 21 mar. 2026, 21:01 | 1 source | 1 article

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The CEO's argument centers on the idea that superannuation should primarily serve its intended purpose: supporting individuals in their later years. With the rising costs of aged care in Australia, accessing superannuation funds could alleviate financial burdens for families and individuals requiring care. However, this proposal raises concerns about the long-term financial security of retirees and the potential impact on inheritances.

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Superannuation should be used for aged care, not inherited by next generation, aged care CEO says Foto: The Guardian
The Guardian 21 mar. 2026, 21:01 (2 hours ago)

Superannuation should be used for aged care, not inherited by next generation, aged care CEO says

Labor should urge Australians to rethink purpose of super, Tracey Burton says, so country’s $4tn in superannuation could help plug funding shortfallsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLabor should more actively encourage wealthier Australians to spend more of their superannuation on their own care, an industry leader says, to help free up capacity in the struggling system to protect elderly people without means.Tracey Burton, the chief executive of Uniting NSW and ACT, wi

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