Super Insider

Think growing your super is complicated? Think again.  

 In this episode of Super Insider, Ruth and Megan from the Australian Retirement Trust Education team share five simple, practical steps to help you grow your super and make the most of your money for the future. 

Whether you’re just starting out, mid-career, or edging closer to retirement, this episode is packed with practical tips, relatable stories, and easy actions that can make a real impact over time. 

 

Tune in to learn: 

01:10 – Why staying engaged with your super really matters 

04:25 – How combining super accounts could save you fees 

07:40 – When and how extra contributions can make a difference 

10:55 – Understanding how your super is invested 

13:30 – Why investment choice should match your life stage 

16:50 – How insurance inside super works 

18:55 – Balancing insurance costs and retirement outcomes 

19:30 – Get guidance: tools, advice and support at ART 

 

Explore more tools, calculators and resources to grow your super on our website: https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au/  

 

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CREDITS      

Ruth Weaver - Team Leader – Key Client Education, ART 

Megan Ashenden – Education Specialist – Advice, Guidance and Education Delivery, 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 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 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.

Is this the year you rewire your brain for success? 🧠 

Super Insider is back! We’re kicking things off with neuroscientist Dr Hayley North, to unpack why our brain fights our long‑term goals and how to take back control.   

 

Dr Hayley North explains that it all starts with self-belief and our brain does have the capacity to change - no matter how old you are.  

 

Listen to find out the science-backed strategies to make 2026 your best year yet and set yourself up for a dream retirement.  

 

Tune in to learn: 

01:55 – Self-belief and why it’s so important 

05:00 – How to set realistic goals  

08:34 - How to train your brain to see your future self  

12:53 – Dopamine and how we can use it to our advantage  

19:45 – How to reach your superannuation goals in 2026 

21:45 – Rewards and how they can keep you motivated 

23:58 – How Anne plans to stick to her new year’s resolution 

 

Explore helpful tools and resources on our website: https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au/  

 

Learn more about Dr Hayley North on her website: Understand Your Brain | Workplace Mental Health | Australia 

 

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CREDITS      

Anne Fuchs – Host & Executive General Manager of Advocacy and Impact, ART 

Dr Hayley North – Neuroscientist and Founder, Understand Your Brain 

 

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 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.

In this powerful episode of Super Insider, our host Anne Fuchs sits down with Leah Bennett, Managing Director of First Nations Foundation, for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation about money, culture, community, and retirement for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

Together, they explore how financial literacy, systemic inequities, and cultural obligations shape financial wellbeing, and what we can all do to help ensure First Nations people experience stronger financial futures. 

 

Tune in to learn: 

00:01 - Why financial literacy is key to economic participation 

00:03 - What “teaching the teacher” means in community-led education 

00:06 - How superannuation is reshaping family wealth for the first time 

00:09 - The emotional side of money and community decision-making 

00:12 - Leah’s personal journey with super and breaking generational cycles 

00:15 - Why financial literacy is a national issue, not just a First Nations issue 

00:18 - The importance of culturally-led partnerships 

00:21 - How ART and FNF are working together to empower the next generation 

 

Ready to dive deeper into this important conversation? 

👉 Explore more about Australian Retirement Trust at art.com.au  

👉 Learn about First Nations Foundation and their programs at firstnationsfoundation.org.au 

 

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CREDITS      

Anne Fuchs – Host & Executive General Manager of Advocacy and Impact, ART 

Leah Bennett – Managing Director, First Nations Foundation 

 

Sources:ABC - https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-23/report-superannuation-access-issues-first-nations-australians/105557598ABS - https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/people/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-peoples/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-life-expectancy/latest-releaseASFA - https://www.superannuation.asn.au/Australian Retirement Trust – Internal Financial Wellbeing Report on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members

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 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.

What if managing money felt simple again? 

 

In this episode, we sit down with Glen James from Money Money Money for an honest, energising chat about spending, saving, super and the small habits that shape your future. 

 

From breaking free of comparison culture to embracing simple financial fundamentals, Glen and Anne unpack the real-life lessons that help people feel confident and in control, no matter their income or stage of life. 

 

Whether you’re trying to spend better, invest smarter, or finally tackle that credit card cycle, this conversation has something for you.  

 

Tune in to learn: 

13:06 - How comparison culture can derail your financial confidence 

19:23 - Why being “at peace with yourself” is the foundation of good money decisions 

20:46 - The power of slow, steady investing (and why super is built for it) 

22:10 - Why giving, saving, and spending is Glen’s lifelong formula 

21:11 - Common myths about superannuation (and why they stick around) 

22:55 - How compound returns can transform long-term wealth 

23:32 - Why you are an investor, whether you realise it or not 

24:47 - How to make money habits that actually last 

25:12 - The mindset shift that can change your future: doing your future self a favour today 

 

🔗 Ready to level up your money game? 

 

Catch more money insights on the Money Money Money podcast: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/  

And explore helpful tools and resources on our website: https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au/  

  

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CREDITS      

Anne Fuchs – Host & Executive General Manager of Advocacy and Impact, ART 

Glen James – Host & Founder, Money Money Money 

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 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.

What does an epic retirement really look like? And how do you build one that feels confident, flexible and truly yours? 

In this Epic Retirement Month special, we sit down with Bec Wilson, founder of Epic Retirement, to unpack the real truth about Australia’s retirement phase, what most people get wrong, and how small choices today can set you up for the “you of tomorrow.” 

  

Bec also reveals how the Epic Tick was created, what it means for Australians, and why the retirement phase should be held to a much higher standard. 

  

Whether you're five years from retiring or simply starting to imagine what life after full-time work could look like, this episode will help you dream bigger and plan smarter. 

 

Tune in to learn: 

00:57 - Why Australia’s retirement phase is still “patchy”  

12:22 - The difference between accumulation vs retirement phase super  

13:55 - What the Epic Retirement Tick measures and why it matters for members 

16:21 - How ART performed across the 18 Epic Tick criteria 

24:00 - Shaping retirement goals beyond “what’s in my balance?” 

25:18 - Smart strategies like transition to retirement, income streams and tax-free approaches  

26:41 - The simple mindset flip that helps people build the dream retirement 

29:15 - Next steps: advice, support and practical tools you can use today 

 

Ready to shape your own epic retirement? 

👉 Explore tools and resources at https://www.epicretirement.net/. And discover more Epic Retirement Month resources at https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au/. 

 

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CREDITS      

Anne Fuchs – Host & Executive General Manager of Advocacy and Impact, ART 

Bec Wilson – Founder and Principal, The Epic Retirement Institute  

 

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 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.