Confronting the superannuation gender gap

Confronting the Superannuation Gender Gap

Advocates argue that more needs to be done to address the issue, as recent tweaks to superannuation tax offsets for low-income earners will have a minimal impact on the quarter of women who retire in poverty.

Rosemary, a 60-year-old mid-level manager at an aged-care home in Victoria, is concerned about her own financial future. She says,

I'll have to work for as long as I can, however long an employer will keep me.

Rosemary's situation is not unique, as many Australian women approaching retirement age face similar financial uncertainty. She took a 10-year break from the workforce to raise her children, and after their father left, her career and superannuation savings were affected.

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Author's summary:

This article highlights the struggles of Australian women in retirement due to the superannuation gender gap.

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The Saturday Paper The Saturday Paper — 2025-10-17

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