WealthPersonal FinanceSuperannuationOpinionAccess to super is a political football again. These are the rules nowA new financial year typically sees an uptick in people accessing their super, but it’s important to play by the existing rules despite proposed changes.Colin LewisContributorEvery new financial year, we see an increase in people wanting to access their superannuation, and this year has been no exception. But most underestimate how strict the rules are.Many simply want their money, and some delay retiring until early in the financial year so that their payout is taxed at a lower rate.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Latest In Personal financeFetching latest articlesMost Viewed In Wealth