
A podcast series for financial advisers looking at the latest technical issues and advice strategies that may impact investors and super fund members. Join Craig Day and members of the Colonial First State ‘FirstTech’ team as they discuss a broad range of advice issues, from superannuation and SMSFs, to social security rules and aged care. -Please note - these podcasts are designed for authorised ... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 139 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | InvestingBusinessBusiness NewsNews | |||

Craig Day, Linda Bruce, Tim Sanderson, Alex Denham and Kim Guest discuss the latest technical news:
* CGT and negative gearing changes, in situations involving death and relationship breakdown
* Proposed super reforms in relation to SMSFs
* Cha... more
Peter Burgess, CEO of the SMSF Association talks to Craig Day about the proposed super reforms to strengthen customer protections in relation to SMSFs.
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From the 2027-28 financial year, significant changes to CGT rules mean that some clients will realise capital gains that are subject to a minimum 30% tax rate.
For these clients, the benefit of making a personal deductible super contribution, as well... more
Craig Day, William Truong, Richard Chen and Kim Guest discuss the latest technical news:
* Release of Treasury consultation paper on proposed tax changes to discretionary trusts
* ATO releases guidance on SMSF LRBA ban on residential property
*... more
Following the May 2026 Federal Budget announcement to introduce a 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts from 1 July 2028, Treasury released a consultation paper in early July.
In this podcast, Craig Day and Linda Bruce discuss how the proposed refo... more
Craig Day and Kim Guest discuss the Centrelink and aged care implications of a person who is eligible for the extended land use test entering residential aged care.
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Craig Day and Tim Sanderson discuss an interesting and complex adviser question 'My client has a defined benefit pension - how do I know if they will be subject to Division 296 tax?'
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During the May Federal Budget, the Government announced that existing properties held as at 12 May 2026 will be exempt from the negative gearing changes commencing on 1 July 2027. This has promoted increased adviser queries on whether clients can boo... more
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The show targets financial advisers who need practical, technically detailed guidance on superannuation, pensions, taxation, and regulatory changes in Australia. Episodes cover a broad mix of topics—from Division 296, Total Super Balance and defined benefit pensions, to discretionary trusts, aged care planning, and the Payday Super reforms—with concrete examples, step-by-step calculations, and advisory strategies designed for immediate client impact. A hallmark is the collaborative, technically deep style led by a senior adviser team and subject-matter experts, often featuring real-world scenarios and references to updated guides and client resources. Listeners can expect timely regulatory updates, executable tips for adviser workflows, and... more
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Recent guests on FirstTech Podcast include:
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2. William Truong
3. Tim Sanderson
4. Linda Bruce
5. Richard Chen
6. Kim Guest
7. Hayley Mitchell
8. Tony Negline
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