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Super Insider

Super Insider

By: Australian Retirement Trust
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Summary
 Your superannuation is key to achieving your best retirement – so how do you make the most of it? Don’t miss Australian Retirement Trust’s Super Insider podcast – your guide to superannuation, planning for retirement, and what the economy and investment markets mean for your super from those in the know. Join host Anne Fuchs, Australian Retirement Trust's Executive General Manager of Advice, Guidance and Education, as she interviews superannuation and investment experts to bring you exclusive insights, tips and strategies to help you make the right choices today and feel confident about the future. GET IN TOUCH: We’d love your feedback for our podcast including any topics or questions you’d like us to cover in future episodes. Please email us at podcast@art.com.au Any advice given is provided by representatives of Sunsuper Financial Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 087 154 818, AFSL 227867) or QInvest Limited (ABN 35 063 511 580, AFSL 238274), both wholly owned by the Trustee as an asset of Australian Retirement Trust. As representatives, they may recommend ART superannuation products when they are appropriate. Please refer to the relevant Financial Service Guides available at art.com.au/fsg for Super Savings and at qsuper.com.au/disclosure for QSuper. The content is provided for general information and educational purposes only, any personal views and opinions in this podcast are not necessarily the views of the Trustee. The opinions and comments shared by people in this podcast are theirs alone, and they’re not necessarily shared by the Trustee. It uses information that’s accurate at the time of publishing. This is general information only. It’s not based on your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. So, think about those things and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination before you make any decision about our products. And if you’re still not sure, talk with a financial adviser. This information and all products are issued by Australian Retirement Trust Pty Ltd (ABN 88 010 720 840, AFSL 228975) (‘Trustee’), trustee of Australian Retirement Trust (ABN 60 905 115 063) (‘the Fund’ or ‘ART’). Any advice given is by representatives of Sunsuper Financial Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 087 154 818, AFSL 227867) or QInvest Limited (ABN 35 063 511 580, AFSL 238274), both wholly owned by the Trustee. As representatives, they may recommend ART products from time to time. So read the relevant Financial Service Guide to tell you about that advice and how they’re paid. Economics Personal Finance
Episodes
  • Your retirement planning toolkit

    Your retirement planning toolkit
    Oct 19 2026
    Are you on track for retirement? From finding lost super to seeing how small contributions could grow over time, the right tools can make your super feel a lot more tangible. In this episode of Super Insider, ART Education experts Josh Van Gestel and Ruth Weaver unpack the digital tools and calculators that can help you make more informed super and retirement decisions at every stage of your journey. Tune in to learn about the following topics: 01:53 - How the ART app can help you understand and manage your super 03:18 - How to find and combine your other super accounts 05:17 - How small contributions could potentially make a bigger difference over time 6:16 - What investment tools can help you feel more confident about where your super is invested 11:11 - How the retirement projection tool can show you what your future could look like 14:25 - How to compare super fund investment performance 17:14 - How to use retirement projections and the Age Pension to plan ahead Your retirement might feel a long way off, but the decisions you make today can have a big impact on what it looks like. 💡 Want to feel more confident about your super journey? To explore more tools, insights and resources to help you get the most from your super, visit our website: https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au Or check out our Retirement Calculator: https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au/learn/tools/retirement-calculator 🎧 Subscribe now and share the episode to start your journey towards a confident retirement. Product issued by Australian Retirement Trust Pty Ltd. Consider the PDS and TMD before deciding at art.com.au/pds. SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE VIDEOS Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/super-insider/id1419853388 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1aXYHWZUkfaboTw5hJUnxO 🌟 LIKED THE EPISODE? HELP US SPREAD THE WORD    👍 Click the thumbs up and give your feedback by leaving a comment.     🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to get the latest episodes.    💝 Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. CREDITS      Joshua van Gestel – Senior Manager, Education Delivery, ART Ruth Weaver - Team Leader – Key Client Education, ART The opinions and comments shared by people in this podcast are theirs alone, and they’re not necessarily shared by the Trustee. It uses information that’s accurate at the time of publishing. This is general advice or information only. It’s not based on your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Think about your personal circumstances and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination at art.com.au/pds before you make any decision about our products. And if you’re still not sure, talk with a financial adviser. We issue this information and all Australian Retirement Trust products. When we say ‘we’, ‘us’, or ‘the Trustee’, we mean Australian Retirement Trust Pty Ltd (ABN 88 010 720 840, AFSL 228975), trustee of Australian Retirement Trust (ABN 60 905 115 063). Any advice given is by representatives of ART Financial Advice Pty Ltd (ABN 50 087 154 818, AFSL 227867), wholly owned by the Trustee. As representatives, they may recommend ART products from time to time. So read the relevant Financial Service Guide at art.com.au/fsg to tell you about that advice and how they’re paid. Any information given by the guest speakers is provided as general information only and not financial advice.
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    19 mins
  • Navigating the great wealth transfer

    Navigating the great wealth transfer
    Sep 25 2026
    Australia is on the cusp of one of the biggest intergenerational wealth transfers in history, with an estimated $3.5 trillion expected to change hands over the next decade or two*. In this episode of Super Insider, Anne Fuchs chats with Gemma Mitchell, co-host of the Australian Finance Podcast and Head of Education at Rask Media, about what the great wealth transfer could mean for younger generations and how you can navigate it. From understanding your super as one of your biggest assets to making the most of an inheritance, they unpack the strategies, trade-offs and questions worth thinking about now. Tune in to learn about the following topics: 01:30 - What the great wealth transfer could mean for Gen X and younger generations 03:36 - How to start building wealth by understanding the super you already have 08:28 - What a warm versus cold inheritance is 09:52 - How downsizing a home could create opportunities to build wealth in super 13:15 - What happens to your super when you die 18:20 - Why financial literacy and having the right foundations matter just as much as the money itself Whether you’re building wealth, expecting an inheritance or helping your parents plan for the future, this episode gives you plenty to think about. 💡 Want to feel more confident about your super journey? To explore more tools, insights and resources to help you get the most from your super, visit our website: https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au Or check out our Retirement Calculator: https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au/learn/tools/retirement-calculator 🎧 Subscribe now and share the episode to start your journey towards a confident retirement. Product issued by Australian Retirement Trust Pty Ltd. Consider the PDS and TMD before deciding at art.com.au/pds. *Source: Productivity Commission, August 2026 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE VIDEOS Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/super-insider/id1419853388 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1aXYHWZUkfaboTw5hJUnxO 🌟 LIKED THE EPISODE? HELP US SPREAD THE WORD    👍 Click the thumbs up and give your feedback by leaving a comment.     🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to get the latest episodes.    💝 Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. CREDITS      Anne Fuchs – Executive General Manager of Advocacy and Impact, ART Gemma Mitchell – Head of Education & Co-Host of The Australian Finance Podcast, Rask Media The opinions and comments shared by people in this podcast are theirs alone, and they’re not necessarily shared by the Trustee. It uses information that’s accurate at the time of publishing. This is general advice or information only. It’s not based on your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Think about your personal circumstances and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination at art.com.au/pds before you make any decision about our products. And if you’re still not sure, talk with a financial adviser. We issue this information and all Australian Retirement Trust products. When we say ‘we’, ‘us’, or ‘the Trustee’, we mean Australian Retirement Trust Pty Ltd (ABN 88 010 720 840, AFSL 228975), trustee of Australian Retirement Trust (ABN 60 905 115 063). Any advice given is by representatives of ART Financial Advice Pty Ltd (ABN 50 087 154 818, AFSL 227867), wholly owned by the Trustee. As representatives, they may recommend ART products from time to time. So read the relevant Financial Service Guide at art.com.au/fsg to tell you about that advice and how they’re paid. Any information given by the guest speakers is provided as general information only and not financial advice.
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    19 mins
  • The investments behind your strong super returns

    The investments behind your strong super returns
    Aug 18 2026
    Where does your super actually go once it’s invested? Behind every super balance is a carefully constructed investment portfolio designed to help grow your retirement savings over the long term. But what goes into those decisions, and how do different asset classes work together through changing market conditions? In this episode of Super Insider, our host and Executive General Manager of Advocacy and Impact Anne Fuchs is joined by our Chief Investment Officer Ian Patrick, General Manager of Mid Risk Assets & UK Michael Weaver, and General Manager of Growth Assets Elizabeth Kumaru for an in-depth look at your super in action. From artificial intelligence and global shares to infrastructure, private assets and diversification, our investment experts explain what drove this year's performance, how ART manages risk through market volatility, and why a long-term focus continues to be one of the most powerful decisions you can make. What you’ll learn: How artificial intelligence shaped markets and super returns Why diversification remains a core investing principle What different asset classes contribute to your portfolio How unlisted assets like airports, property and infrastructure support long-term returns When to review your investment strategy How global events and sustainability influence decisions Where to find tools and support to make informed choices Whether you're reviewing your investment option, curious about how your super is working for you, or want to feel more confident about your retirement savings, this episode is for you. Super Insider isn’t just a podcast - it’s a trusted guide for our members, helping them feel informed and in control. Whether they’re a few years from retirement or just starting to plan, we’re giving them the knowledge they need in an easy, accessible way. Have you subscribed to Super Insider yet? If not, we’re on all the main platforms.  Tune in now and join the conversation! The opinions and comments shared by people in this podcast are theirs alone, and they’re not necessarily shared by the Trustee. It uses information that’s accurate at the time of publishing. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. This is general advice or information only. It’s not based on your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Think about your personal circumstances and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination at art.com.au/pds before you make any decision about our products. And if you’re still not sure, talk with a financial adviser. We issue this information and all Australian Retirement Trust products. When we say ‘we’, ‘us’, or ‘the Trustee’, we mean Australian Retirement Trust Pty Ltd (ABN 88 010 720 840, AFSL 228975), trustee of Australian Retirement Trust (ABN 60 905 115 063). Any advice given is by representatives of ART Financial Advice Pty Ltd (ABN 50 087 154 818, AFSL 227867), wholly owned by the Trustee. As representatives, they may recommend ART products from time to time. So read the relevant Financial Service Guide at art.com.au/fsg to tell you about that advice and how they’re paid. Any information given by the guest speakers is provided as general information only and not financial advice.
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    26 mins
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