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 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.