Trans-Tasman retirement savings portability a step closer - portability start date confirmed

In September 2012 the Australian Government released an exposure draft and explanatory memorandum of the legislation that will give effect to the trans-Tasman retirement savings portability scheme.

The scheme will allow Australians and New Zealanders to transfer their superannuation benefits and retirement savings when they move across the Tasman ... READ MORE

Announced on 9 February 2013 by a media release following the annual Australia-New Zealand Leaders' meeting has confirmed that the scheme will commence from 1 July 2013 ... READ MORE

Released by Minter Ellison Rudd Watts - 11 February 2013