Super Insider

By: Australian Retirement Trust
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  • 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.
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  • Why taking a holiday is good for your superannuation and retirement

    Why taking a holiday is good for your superannuation and retirement
    Apr 30 2025
    What do one of Australia’s top tourism brands and a $300 billion super fund have in common? More than you might think! We’re on location at Discovery Parks Byron Bay to explore a surprising way Aussies are growing their super – just by booking a holiday. Host Anne Fuchs sits down with Grant Wilckens (G’Day Group CEO) and Michael Weaver (ART Head of Global Real Assets) to talk about: 00:00 Why taking a holiday is good for your superannuation and retirement 01:36 🌏Owning a slice of Australia – G’Day Group Discovery Parks run more than 90 holiday parks in stunning spots like Byron Bay, Cradle Mountain, Rottnest Island and the Kimberley. 06:10 🚙The evolution of caravan parks – once just powered sites for motorhomes, holiday parks now offer everything from luxury lodges to glamping. The industry has grown into a billion-dollar business. 07:00 💰Big investments, big growth – with more than $2 billion in assets, Discovery Parks is ART’s largest real estate investment. And it’s still growing. That’s good news for your super. 08:00 🏖️Your super, your holidays – every stay helps ART members grow their retirement savings. Super isn’t just about the future; it’s working for you right now. Tune in for more insights. SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE VIDEOS Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/super-insider/id1419853388 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1aXYHWZUkfaboTw5hJUnxO LINKS MENTIONED IN EPISODE About G’Day Group https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au/advisers/articles/gday-group Investing in super https://www.australianretirementtrust.com.au/investments/options IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU MAY ALSO LIKE  Invest smarter: Risk vs returns in superannuation What’s a good super balance for my age? Here’s how to check 🌟 LIKED THE EPISODE? HELP US SPREAD THE WORD    💙 Subscribe for regular updates (please leave us a rating or review).    Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/super-insider/id1419853388      Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1aXYHWZUkfaboTw5hJUnxO    💝 Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. CREDITS      Anne Fuchs, ART Executive General Manager, Advocacy and Impact  Grant Wilckens, G’Day Group CEO Michael Weaver, ART Head of Global Real Assets 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 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 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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    17 mins
  • How global markets are impacting your superannuation and retirement

    How global markets are impacting your superannuation and retirement
    Apr 7 2025
    There’s a lot happening in the world right now. What does it mean for your super? You might be hearing about changes in the stock market. It can sound confusing – but here's the truth: 👉 Your super is built for the long term 👉 Short-term noise doesn’t mean long-term loss In this episode of Super Insider, we explain what’s going on and make sense of how current events may impact your retirement savings (spoiler alert: not as much as you might think). Hear from our experts ART's Chief Economist, Brian Parker, Senior Education Manager, Joshua van Gestel, and host Anne Fuchs. Why you need to tune in: 00:00 Market volatility and your superannuation 02:35 How your investment team thinks about volatility - and why it's not always bad news 03:10 Understanding the benefits of staying invested, even when markets dip 04:18 Tips for keeping emotions out of your investment decisions 07:23 How our Lifecycle default option helps protect members nearing retirement 09:18 Why diversification and access to global private assets give your super strength in uncertain times Take 10 minutes and listen in. You might walk away with a fresh perspective - and peace of mind. FOLLOW SUPER INSIDER Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/super-insider/id1419853388 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1aXYHWZUkfaboTw5hJUnxO RECOMENDATIONS What you need to know about market volatility and your super Strong super performance IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU MAY ALSO LIKE Invest smarter: Risk v return in superannuation Exclusive Q&A with ART’s Chief Investment Officer – How we invest $300 billion in superannuation 🌟 LIKED THE EPISODE? HELP US SPREAD THE WORD 💙 Subscribe for regular updates (please leave us a rating or review). Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/super-insider/id1419853388 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1aXYHWZUkfaboTw5hJUnxO 💝 Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. CREDITS Anne Fuchs Executive General Manager of Advocacy and Impact, Australian Retirement Trust Brian Parker Chief Economist, Australian Retirement Trust Joshua van Gestel Senior Education Manager, Australian Retirement Trust 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 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 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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    11 mins
  • How AI is helping women reduce mental load, work smarter and earn more

    How AI is helping women reduce mental load, work smarter and earn more
    Mar 25 2025
    Artificial Intelligence is the future of work. It’s already shaping careers, money and daily life. But are you using it to your advantage? In this International Women’s Day episode of Super Insider, we ask AI expert Dr Nici Sweaney (Ai Her Way) and ART investment partner Elicia McDonald (Airtree) how AI can cut stress, boost careers and reduce the mental load. Did you know? 🤖 There are about 31,000 generative AI tools in the market 💵AI could add $16 trillion to the global economy by 20301 🏢 AI could create 200,000 new jobs in Australia in the next 5 years2 😟Only 22% of AI experts are women3 Why you need to listen 04:16 What’s generative AI and what can it do for you 09:25 Ways to use AI – no coding skills needed! 11: 58 Practical tools to lighten your load so you can focus on what matters 15:05 AI safety and ethics FOLLOW SUPER INSIDER Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/super-insider/id1419853388 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1aXYHWZUkfaboTw5hJUnxO RECOMMENDATIONS Ai Her Way https://www.aiherway.com.au/ Check out Dr Nici’s AI course Ai Her Way offers a practical, high-impact AI course for all the knowledge and tools you need—without the complexity. Super Insider listeners can experience the Fundamentals of AI course free for 14 days, plus 50% off 1st-month membership on course completion, and downloadable content. Airtree https://www.airtree.vc/ Airtree is an ART investment partner, with an interest in female founders. Read more about our partnership here. AI tools to make life easier ChatGPT, CoPilot, Claude, Granola 🌟 LIKED THE EPISODE? HELP US SPREAD THE WORD  💙 Subscribe for regular updates (please leave us a rating or review). Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/super-insider/id1419853388    Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1aXYHWZUkfaboTw5hJUnxO  💝 Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it.  CREDITS Anne Fuchs Executive General Manager of Advocacy and Impact, Australian Retirement Trust Dr Nici Sweaney, AI strategist and founder of AI Her Way, a platform empowering female entrepreneurs with ethically designed AI tools. Elicia McDonald, partner at Airtree, one of Australia’s leading venture capital firms, investing in groundbreaking AI technology and proudly supported by Australian Retirement Trust. 1. PwC's Global Artificial Intelligence Study, accessed 19 March 2025 at pwc.com 2. Meeting the AI Skills Boom, 2024, accessed 19 March 2025 at techcouncil.com.au 3. AI's Missing Link: The Gender Gap in the Talent Pool, 2024, accessed 19 March 2025 at interface-eu.org 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 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 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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