Hi There

Happy New Year! I hope you had a fantastic break and managed to sneak in some proper downtime.

We’re back on deck this week with fresh ideas and the kind of optimism that makes us think anything is possible in 2026. Speaking of, what's on your list? Got any projects or problems you want to talk through? Let's catch up before BAU takes hold and makes change impossible really quite difficult.

Event-wise, we’ve got a big year ahead in 2026. Kicking things off, our first CREW and ASFA Discussion Group webinars will dive into practical insights to help you confidently implement the March 2026 AML changes.

You’ll find all the details below, along with the latest news (still very quiet out there!), events and views.

Regards

Sarah

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LATEST NEWS & VIEWS 

Revocation of seven superannuation reporting standards - APRA

Australia is out of step, so let’s move to delivering retirement incomes - Investment Magazine

A reignited ‘Super War’ puts industry’s success at risk - Professional Planner

Super funds to finish 2025 strong - Super Review

Most read in 2025: Executive appointments - Financial Standard

Making super funds compete for members will benefit everyone - Investment Magazine

Global sovereign wealth fund assets grow to $15tn - Financial Standard

Super education leads to engagement, higher balances - Financial Standard

THATSUPER.SHOW 

In the latest episode of That Super Show, Neil and I dive into a lively year-end review of Australia’s superannuation industry. From legislative wins and regulatory challenges, to industry shake-ups and innovative tech trends, we unpack the major highlights and low points that shaped 2025.

UPCOMING EVENTS 

PDS MANAGERS ROUNDTABLE - HOW TO MANAGE UP

Managing up isn’t just about keeping your boss happy, it’s about building influence, communicating with confidence and taking ownership of where you want to go next.

That theme came through powerfully at our PDS Managers roundtable event in Melbourne late last year. Here is a summary from our guest speaker Pia Ransom, GM Product at HESTA. 

Australia’s leading* PDS and communications experts

1 – Are you drowning in PDSs? Are you looking for a lower risk, more efficient process?

2 – Are there any clouds on your business horizon? Do you have the right comms strategy in place?

3 – Do you need expert help to make a change to your business?

Then let's talk! mayflower.com.au

*Just ask us...