Treasurer Jim Chalmers says he is willing to engage on the idea of guaranteeing superannuation contributions for under-18 workers, but he indicates this is not the government’s current priority. The West Australian reports that Chalmers leaves the door open to a potential move that could increase retirement savings for younger workers, noting he does not rule it out. ABC Australia, in a live report, also quotes Chalmers describing himself as open to discussing a superannuation guarantee for teenage employees. At the same time, Chalmers stresses that such a policy is not the focus of the government at present. Both accounts present Chalmers’ position as conditional and exploratory rather than a commitment to change rules immediately. The reporting aligns on the key message that discussions could occur, while the timing and likelihood of any policy shift remain unclear.
Jim Chalmers says he is open to discussing superannuation for under-18 workers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says he is willing to engage on the idea of guaranteeing superannuation contributions for under-18 workers, but he indicates this is not the government’s current priority. The W...
- Treasurer Jim Chalmers does not rule out a policy affecting superannuation for under-18 workers.
- Chalmers says he is willing to engage on the idea of a superannuation guarantee for teenage workers.
- Chalmers indicates the issue is not the government’s current priority.
- The discussion is framed as open and conditional rather than an announced policy change.
One group of working Australians could see a boost to their retirement savings after Jim Chalmers did not rule out this move.
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