Glossary · Australia

Preservation age

The age from which you can take money out of Australian super once you have retired. It depends on your date of birth, and for anyone born from 1 July 1964 it is 60.

Guides that use this term

At what age can I get my retirement money in New Zealand, Australia and the US?

New Zealand, Australia and the United States

What happens if I need the money before I'm allowed to have it?

New Zealand, Australia and the United States

What happens to my retirement savings if we separate?

New Zealand, Australia and the United States

What's the difference between KiwiSaver, Australian super and a US 401(k)?

New Zealand, Australia and the United States