In this episode of the SMSF Adviser podcast hosts Keith Ford and Aaron Dunn take a look back at the biggest events in the SMSF space for 2025, from the federal election and Division 296 uncertainty to tighter regulatory scrutiny across the sector and the ramifications of pension errors.
They also break down concerns that the government may look to drag SMSFs into the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort, including how exactly it could be achieved and whether it makes any sense at all.
Listen as they discuss
- How the Div 296 changes are setting up a Groundhog Day for EOFY
- Whether new draft legislation will actually be seen before Christmas
- Where SMSFs are heading in 2026
- How the CSLR could impact the SMSF sector

