Transition to retirement

Transition to retirement - you can still work and have a pension

You’re fit, healthy and enjoy your job. If you’ve reached 55 to 64, you have the option of easing into retirement. It’s a way of encouraging people like you to stay active in the education industry.

You can now draw down on your super pension while still working. No restrictions are placed on the number of work hours required. What’s more, you can choose to work part time or continue to work full time.

Top up your reduced income with your super

Okay. You may be earning less salary, so you can access a regular 'income stream' from your NGS Super account. This is called the transition to retirement pension. You can roll some or all of your superannuation over into it.

Transition gadget

Check out the Transition gadget to see if you are eligible.

Check when you can access super benefits

Your date of birthAge
Before 1 July 1960 55
1 July 1960 – 30 June 1961 56
1 July 1961 – 30 June 1962 57
1 July 1962 – 30 June 1963 58
1 July 1963 – 30 June 1964 59
After 30 June 1964 60

We can help you get organised

Please contact us or come to a seminar. Alternatively, sit down with your financial adviser or accountant to see if this approach is right for you.

Make an appointment to see a financial planner

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