Tech Know - Opportunities from reduced pension minimums in 2021/22

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On 29 May 2021, the Federal Government announced an extension to the temporary reduction of the superannuation pension minimum draw down requirements for the 2021/22 financial year.

Listen to the podcast below or download the technical podcast 11/06/21 transcript.

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