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Superannuation

Superannuation is one of the biggest levers Australians have for building long-term wealth, yet most people have only a fuzzy sense of whether their balance is on track. It's a question worth asking regularly. For instance, Australian super funds saw a sharp rebound in April 2026, recovering from a rough patch the month before, which shows just how quickly balances can swing with the market. This collection from The Motley Fool Australia rounds up the latest super news and guidance, covering how your balance compares at different ages and strategies for boosting your nest egg before retirement.

Recent Superannuation News

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How to build a superannuation portfolio generating $50,000 a year

| Marc Van Dinther

Build a diversified dividend portfolio for sustainable retirement income.

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What Warren Buffett can teach Australians about superannuation

| Marc Van Dinther

Invest sensibly, control costs, think like an business owner and let compounding do the work.

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Are you one of 7.5 million Aussies with an average $41,000 in lost superannuation?

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's how to find out.

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Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at 50 and 55

| James Mickleboro

Are you on target for a comfortable retirement? Here are the numbers.

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Want $50,000 a year in retirement? Here's how much superannuation you may need

| Marc Van Dinther

Retirement isn't about one number. It's about making your money last.

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How much should I have in my superannuation by age 53?

| Samantha Menzies

How does it compare to what you have saved?

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How much superannuation do I need to earn $80,000 per year in passive income?

| Cameron England

What targets do you need to achieve this goal?

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How much do I need to invest in ASX shares to retire with an extra $1 million on top of my superannuation?

| Bernd Struben

Wouldn’t it be nice to retire with an extra $1 million on top of your super balance? Here's how I'd…

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The average superannuation balance for 35-year-olds in Australia in FY26. How does yours compare?

| Cameron England

Getting an early start with superannuation savings is a great idea.

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Payday superannuation is two months old. Has it made you better off?

| Mark Verhoeven

A real gain, just a very small one.

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How much do I need in my superannuation to retire comfortably at age 57?

| Samantha Menzies

Is your super balance on track for retirement?

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How much superannuation do I need to earn $100 a day in passive income?

| Bernd Struben

To earn a $100 daily passive income, how much superannuation will I need to invest?

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How much superannuation do Australian retirees actually need?

| Grace Alvino

The amount Australians need for retirement can vary enormously, but these benchmarks provide a helpful starting point.

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How much is needed in superannuation to target a $70,000 annual passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Investors can unlock tens of thousands of dollars in dividends through superannuation.

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Could a $1 million superannuation balance provide $50,000 a year in retirement?

| Grace Alvino

I would want this retirement portfolio to generate income today while still providing enough growth for the decades ahead.

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How much passive income can I earn off a $550,000 superannuation balance?

| Samantha Menzies

How much could your super realistically generate?

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How much passive income can I earn off a $750,000 superannuation balance?

| Bernd Struben

Investing in quality ASX dividend shares can provide a reliable annual passive income stream.

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Rates are rising again. Should you pay down your mortgage or top up your superannuation?

| Mark Verhoeven

The answer changes with your tax rate.

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Superannuation just had a fourth straight year of gains. Can it continue?

| Mark Verhoeven

Four good years, one very narrow driver.

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How much passive income could a $500,000 superannuation balance generate?

| Grace Alvino

I think a diversified portfolio could help turn this balance into a sustainable source of retirement income.

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How much is needed in superannuation for $3,000 in weekly passive income?

| Cameron England

Let's have a look at how the numbers stack up.

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How much do I need in my superannuation to earn $10,000 passive income every month?

| Samantha Menzies

Find out what it would take to unlock $120,000 per year in passive income.

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Is $1 million in superannuation enough for a $60,000 retirement income?

| Marc Van Dinther

How you invest, withdraw and supplement your super can make all the difference.

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The average superannuation balance of Australians aged 65 in FY27. How does yours stack up?

| Samantha Menzies

And some tips if you're falling behind.

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What Warren Buffett's investing style can teach superannuation investors

| Grace Alvino

I think several of Buffett’s simplest investing principles translate particularly well to building wealth for retirement.

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3 stellar ASX dividend stocks to supplement your superannuation 

| Aaron Bell

These are top picks for September.

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How much do I need in my superannuation to earn $200 a day in passive income?

| Bernd Struben

To earn $200 a day in passive income, how much should my superannuation balance be?

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How much superannuation do I need to retire with a $50,000 annual passive income?

| Bernd Struben

Investing your superannuation in quality ASX dividend stocks can provide a reliable passive income stream during retirement.

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What is the average Australian superannuation balance at age 60?

| James Mickleboro

Let's look at the latest numbers and see how you compare.

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How much is needed in superannuation to target a $60,000 annual passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s what it takes for $60,000 of yearly dividend income…

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The average superannuation balance for 45-year-olds in Australia in FY26. How does yours compare?

| Cameron England

On average, people are falling short in their retirement savings.

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3 ASX ETFs that are a perfect compliment to your superannuation

| Aaron Bell

This three-fund portfolio balances income and defensive equities.

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How much is needed in superannuation for $1,000 in weekly passive income?

| Samantha Menzies

Find out what it would take to earn this level of passive income.

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How much is needed in superannuation for $1,500 in weekly passive income?

| Cameron England

Investment returns are key to hitting your goals.

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The average superannuation balance for 64 year olds in Australia in FY27

| Samantha Menzies

And what you actually need to retire comfortably at the same age.

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How much passive income can I earn off a $630,000 superannuation balance

| Samantha Menzies

Here's a quick calculation to work out what you could earn off your balance.

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How much superannuation do I need to earn $90,000 per year in passive income?

| Samantha Menzies

This level of passive income could replace an annual wage.

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How much do I need in my superannuation to retire comfortably at age 65?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what a comfortable retirement looks like, and how much it can cost.

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How much passive income can I earn off a $1 million superannuation balance?

| Samantha Menzies

... and some options for ASX shares that you can invest your nest egg in.

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How much is needed in superannuation for $2,500 in weekly passive income?

| Cameron England

Planning early for retirement is key.

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