Super and SMSF Fundamentals 2026: Introduction to Superannuation & SMSFs

Get an introduction to super and SMSFs with a case study covering key terms & definitions, fund types and how funds operate.

In this session, we cover:

• Introduction to the case study 

• What is superannuation?

  • Law around super - SIS Act

• Elements & key definitions

• What are super funds?

  • Types of super funds

  • Industry

  • Retail

  • Defined Benefit funds

  • SMSF

    • Who can have an SMSF?

    • Who is involved with SMSFs?

• Overview of the life cycle

• Choosing the right fund

  • Super choice for employees

• Changing or Consolidating super

• Reading an Annual Statement from your super fund