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Explainer: How can I access superannuation early during the coronavirus pandemic and is it worth it?

Sarah Lansdown
Updated April 30 2020 - 8:06am, first published 2:30am
Australian citizens and temporary visa holders can withdraw super to help cover expenses during the coronavirus crisis. Picture: Jamila Toderas
Australian citizens and temporary visa holders can withdraw super to help cover expenses during the coronavirus crisis. Picture: Jamila Toderas

The Australian government is allowing citizens, permanent residents and some temporary residents to dip into their superannuation accounts early in order to get through the coronavirus crisis.

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Sarah Lansdown

Sarah Lansdown

Canberra Times education reporter

Sarah covers all stages of education in the capital, from early childhood to higher education. Previously she was a general news reporter at The Advocate in North West Tasmania. She was named Best New Journalist at the 2019 Tasmanian Media Awards for a series on paramedic shortages. Email: sarah.lansdown@canberratimes.com.au

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