The Policy Committee and Technical Committee are fundamental to SISFA's operation, purpose and public profile. They provide an avenue for participation from our members (especially through the State Chapters) in the all important area's of superannuation policy and technical issues affecting SMSFs. These committees are run and attended by by some of the country's most proficient and respected SMSF technical experts.
Through our Policy Committee, SISFA plays a leading role in shaping the long-term future of Australia’s retirement income system by developing policies that promote the role small independent superannuation funds have to play in that process. Over the years, SISFA has had great success in having unfair policy overturned or amended to ensure SMSFs are not disadvantaged by Government policy.
Policy Promotion
Actively promoting SISFA’s policies to the Government.
Policy Reviews
Communicating any matters identified as superannuation or related policy to the Board for consideration.
Govt Policy Review
Identifying areas within Government policy requiring review or development and provide objective feedback.
Industry Body
Through its policy development, building on the already solid foundations for SISFA to become the pre-eminent industry body in relation to self managed independent superannuation funds.
POLICY DEBATE
Protecting and enhancing SMSF interests in super policy debate. Don't just sit on the sidelines - get involved!
Issue Management
Working closely with the Technical Committee to prepare discussion papers, policy position statements, and regulation impact statements on issues referred by the Board.
Keeping you up to date
Contributing policy matters to SISFA’s media releases, newsletter, website, State Chapter meetings, training/seminars and public education programs.
Government Liaison
Through its policy development, building on the already solid foundations for SISFA to become the pre-eminent industry body in relation to self managed independent superannuation funds.
Developing Policies
Developing policies in relation to small independent superannuation funds and matters affecting the interests of members of SISFA.
LIAISE WITH GOVERNMENT
To liaise with Government on proposed policy, legislation and rulings that affect self-managed independent superannuation funds.
Developing Relationships
Establishing and nurturing relationships with other industry associations to gain assistance with and support for SISFA’s policies.
POLICY PROMOTION
Actively promoting SISFA’s policies to the Government.
Submissions
In conjunction with the Technical Committee, coordinating and preparing submissions on proposed superannuation and related legislation for consideration and approval by the Board.
During the 2016/17 financial year approximately $1.6 million was levied in administration penalties alone [against trustees]
ATO SPOKESPERSON
speaking up for 1 million Australians with SMSFs
