It's been an incredible year for the Australian Retirement Podcast! As we head into the Christmas break, your hosts Drew Meredith from Wattle Partners and James O'Reilly from Northeast Wealth look back at the biggest moments, most important lessons, and most-watched episodes of 2025. From market volatility and ethical investing debates to government policy changes and real-world retirement strategies, this year has been packed with insights to help you navigate your retirement journey. In this special highlights episode, Drew and James revisit: The 20 things every retiree should do – MyGov and carried forward contributions (Jan 2025) Bec Wilson on planning for 30 years of retirement income (27 March) Retiring early – maximising your peak saving years (31 October) Inheritance shock and hidden taxes on estates (22 May) Division 296 super tax changes – is your super tax going up in 2025? Justin Bott from Services Australia on Age Pension strategies Travel smart tips and the $20k portfolio impact (26 June) The $1.2 billion super scandal breakdown (24 October) Key lessons learned and what's coming in 2026 Whether you're new to the podcast or a long-time listener, this episode is the perfect way to catch up on the year's most important retirement lessons. If you like this Australian Retirement Podcast Christmas special, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Retirement podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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