Whether you're transitioning to retirement or you're already fully retired, your HESTA for Mercy Income Stream gives you the flexibility to adjust your income within set limits.
An income stream is an account-based pension and is a flexible way to access your super after you retire. One of the great things about our income stream is that it pays you a regular income – tax-free if you’re over 60 – while your super stays invested.
Other benefits are simplicity and flexibility. Your income is paid directly to your bank account at the frequency you choose. You can also set up your online account to manage your income stream account anytime, anywhere.
The government sets minimum amounts you must withdraw from your income stream account based on your age. It’s important to remember that these are the minimum amounts, and if you’re fully retired or over age 65 you can take more than the minimum as suits you and your circumstances (up to 10% for transition to retirement accounts).
In response to COVID-19 (2019-20 through to 2022-23 income years), minimum drawdown rates were temporarily halved. Post-COVID (from 1 July 2023), minimum drawdown rates have gone back to normal, as the table below shows.
| Age | 2013-14 to 2018-19 income years (inclusive) | 2019-20 to 2022-23 income years (inclusive) | 2023-2024 income years (onwards) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 65 | 4.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 65-74 | 5.0% | 2.5% | 5.0% |
| 75-79 | 6.0% | 3.0% | 6.0% |
| 80-84 | 7.0% | 3.5% | 7.0% |
| 85-89 | 9.0% | 4.5% | 9.0% |
| 90-94 | 11.0% | 5.5% | 11.0% |
| 95 or more | 14.0% | 7.0% | 14.0% |
Source: Australian Taxation Office (ATO) https://www.ato.gov.au/Rates/Key-superannuation-rates-and-thresholds/?page=4
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