Getting the maximum government contribution

The maximum government contribution is $260.72. To get it all you must save to contribute at least $1042.86 of your own money between 1 July to 30 June each year. Employer contributions, past government contributions and funds moved from Australian retirement schemes do not count towards the $1,042.86.

You can contribute through:

salary and wage deductions

payments to Inland Revenue

payments to your scheme provider.

You can make a voluntary additional contribution to reach $1,042.86 as long as it is made by 30 June.

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