Super industry can play greater role in Australians' lives
A few weeks ago your correspondent suggested that the wealth sector translate the language of super into plain English as a critical step to raising engagement among members.
Sally Patten, Columnist
Sally Patten writes on Personal Finance specialising in Superannuation & SMSFs, Tax, Managed Funds. Based in our Sydney newsroom, Sally is Fairfax Business Media's Personal Finance editor and has more than 20 year experience in journalism, working in UK, Hong Kong and Australia.
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