Senate debates

Thursday, 25 July 2019

Questions without Notice

Superannuation

2:20 pm

Photo of Marielle SmithMarielle Smith (SA, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

My question is to the Minister representing the Prime Minister, Senator Cormann. Despite your assurances, Senator Paterson said on Monday:

I also think it's worthwhile for the government … to examine the wisdom of increasing the compulsory superannuation contribution from 9.5 per cent to 12 per cent.

Yesterday, Senator Bragg, in his first speech, said:

I would change direction. Super should be made voluntary for Australians earning under $50,000.

And, later:

… I would be inclined to make the whole scheme voluntary.

Does the minister agree with Senator Bragg?

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