Social Security (Retention of Exemption for Asset-test Exempt Income Streams) (Dest) Principles 2007 (Cth)
Social Security (Retention of Exemption for Asset‑test Exempt Income Streams) (DEST) Principles 2007[1]
[1] This instrument has effect in relation to the provisions of the Social Security Act 1991 in so far as they relate to matters for which the Minister for Education, Science and Training has responsibility under the Administrative Arrangements Order.
Social Security Act 1991
I, LISA MARIAN PAUL, Secretary of the Department of Education, Science and Training, determine these Principles under subparagraphs (a) (iii) and (b) (ii) of the definition of partially asset‑test exempt income stream in subsection 1118 (1A) of the Social Security Act 1991.
Dated 19 September 2007
Lisa Marian Paul
Secretary of the Department of Education, Science and Training
Part 1 Introductory
1.1 Name of Principles
These Principles are the Social Security (Retention of Exemption for Asset‑test Exempt Income Streams) (DEST) Principles 2007.
Note Previous Principles, the Social Security (Partially Asset‑test Exempt Income Stream — Exemption) (FACS) Principles 2005 ceased to be in force, at the end of 19 September 2007, in consequence of the cessation of the enabling provision of the Social Security Act 1991.
1.2 Commencement
These Principles commence on 20 September 2007.
1.3 Purpose
These Principles specify:
(a) under Part 2 — the criteria that exclude an income stream from the class of partially asset‑test exempt income streams established by paragraph (a) of the definition set out in subsection 1118 (1A) of the Social Security Act 1991; and
(b) under Part 3 — the criteria to be satisfied by an income stream covered by paragraph (b) of that definition.
Note 1 Section 1118 of the Act provides for certain assets to be disregarded in calculating the value of a person’s assets for the purposes of the assets test.
Note 2 Paragraph 1118 (1) (d) of the Act provides that the value of an asset‑test exempt income stream, other than a partially asset‑test exempt income stream, is to be disregarded for the purposes of that calculation.
Note 3 Paragraph 1118 (1) (da) of the Act provides that only half the value of a partially asset‑test exempt income stream is to be disregarded for the purposes of the assets test.
1.4 Definitions
In these Principles:
Act means the Social Security Act 1991.
benefit fund has the meaning given by subsection 16B (1) of the Life Insurance Act 1995.
defined benefit pension has the meaning given by regulation 9.04E of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Regulations 1994.
dependant means a dependant mentioned in subregulation 6.21 (2A) of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Regulations 1994.
hardship amount has the meaning given by subsection 9A (7) of the Act.
immediate annuity means an annuity that is presently payable.
life company has the meaning given in the Dictionary to the Life Insurance Act 1995.
regulated superannuation fund has the meaning given by subsection 10 (1) of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993.
self managed superannuation fund has the meaning given by section 17A of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993.
statutory fund has the meaning given by section 29 of the Life Insurance Act 1995.
successor fund has the meaning given by subregulation 1.03 (1) of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Regulations 1994.
third party has the meaning given by section 90AB of the Family Law Act 1975.
Part 2 Asset‑test exempt income streams
2.1 Principles (Act s1118)
For subparagraph (a) (iii) of the definition of partially asset‑test exempt income stream in subsection 1118 (1A) of the Act, the Principles are the Principles set out in this Part.
Note For the definition of asset‑test exempt income stream, see subsection 9 (1) of the Act.
2.2 Asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from original asset‑test exempt income stream purchased before 20 September 2004
(1) These Principles cover an asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) the income stream (the present income stream) is covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(b) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary on or after 20 September 2004 from funds arising from the commutation of another asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream); and
(c) the original income stream was purchased before 20 September 2004; and
(d) the original income stream is a kind of income stream to which one of the following subsections applies.
(2) This subsection applies to an original income stream if:
(a) it is covered by subsection 9A (1) or (1A) or section 9B of the Act; and
(b) it was purchased by the primary beneficiary for the benefit of the primary beneficiary and a reversionary beneficiary; and
(c) payments made under the income stream are calculated on the basis of the life expectancy of the reversionary beneficiary; and
(d) the reversionary beneficiary predeceases the primary beneficiary.
(3) This subsection applies to an original income stream if:
(a) it is covered by subsection 9A (1) or (1A) or section 9B of the Act; and
(b) it is not an income stream to which section 2.4 or 2.5 of these Principles applies; and
(c) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary for the benefit of the primary beneficiary and a reversionary beneficiary who, at the time of the purchase, are members of a couple together; and
(d) the primary beneficiary and reversionary beneficiary are no longer members of a couple together.
Example
On 1 March 2002, J purchased an income stream (the original income stream) covered by subsection 9A (1) of the Act for the benefit of J, the primary beneficiary, and H, the reversionary beneficiary. At the time of the purchase, J and H were members of a couple together. On 1 December 2005, J and H ceased to be members of a couple together. On 15 December 2005, J commutes the original income stream and purchases another income stream (the new income stream) covered by subsection 9A (1) of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles and retains the 100% exemption from the social security assets test.
(4) This subsection applies to an original income stream if:
(a) it is a defined benefit pension covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act that is provided by a regulated superannuation fund; and
(b) it is an income stream in relation to which the Secretary is not satisfied as required by paragraph 9A (1) (b) or 9B (1A) (b) of the Act, as applicable.
Example
On 1 March 2002, P purchased an income stream (the original income stream) that is a defined benefit pension covered by section 9A of the Act that is provided by a regulated superannuation fund. Paragraph 9A (1) (b) of the Act applies to the original income stream. On 1 September 2005, the Secretary of the Department of Family and Community Services is not satisfied that the requirements of paragraph 9A (1) (b) of the Act are met in relation to the original income stream. On 15 September 2005, P commutes the original income stream to purchase another income stream (the new income stream) that is covered by section 9A of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles and retains the 100% exemption from the social security assets test.
Note Paragraphs 9A (1) (b) and 9B (1A) (b) of the Act require the Secretary to be satisfied, in relation to an income stream, that there is in force a current actuarial certificate stating that in the actuary’s opinion there is a high probability that the provider of the income stream will be able to pay the income stream as required under the income stream’s contract or governing rules.
(5) This subsection applies to an original income stream if:
(a) it is an immediate annuity under a statutory fund established by a life company, or under a benefit fund; and
(b) it:
(i) is an income stream in relation to which the Secretary is not satisfied as required by paragraph 9A (1) (b) or 9B (1A) (b) of the Act, as applicable; or
(ii) fails to satisfy relevant standards published by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority about minimum surrender values and paid up values.
Note Paragraphs 9A (1) (b) and 9B (1A) (b) of the Act require the Secretary to be satisfied, in relation to an income stream, that there is in force a current actuarial certificate stating that in the actuary’s opinion there is a high probability that the provider of the income stream will be able to pay the income stream as required under the income stream’s contract or governing rules.
2.3Asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from transfer to successor fund
These Principles cover an asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(b) it results from the transfer, on or after 20 September 2004, of another income stream (the original income stream) to a successor fund; and
(c) the original income stream was covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(d) the original income stream was provided by a regulated superannuation fund; and
(e) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased before 20 September 2004; or
(ii) until the commencement of these Principles, was covered by the Social Security (Partially Asset‑test Exempt Income Stream — Exemption) (FACS) Principles 2005; or
(iii) was covered by these Principles.
2.4 Asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from payment split
These Principles cover an asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(b) it is purchased or acquired by the primary beneficiary or the primary beneficiary’s spouse or former spouse on or after 20 September 2004; and
(c) it results from another asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted to give effect to an entitlement of the spouse or former spouse of the primary beneficiary in respect of the original income stream under a payment split under Part VIIIB of the Family Law Act 1975; and
(d) the original income stream was covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(e) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased before 20 September 2004; or
(ii) until the commencement of these Principles, was covered by the Social Security (Partially Asset‑test Exempt Income Stream — Exemption) (FACS) Principles 2005; or
(iii) was covered by these Principles.
Example
On 1 March 2002, P, who was married to J at that date, purchased an income stream (the original income stream) covered by section 9A of the Act. On 1 December 2005, P and J divorce. P’s original income stream is commuted to give effect to an entitlement of J in respect of the original income stream under a payment split under Part VIIIB of the Family Law Act 1975. On 15 December 2005, J uses the entitlement resulting from the payment split to purchase an income stream (the new income stream) covered by section 9A of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles and retains the 100% exemption from the social security assets test.
2.5 Asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from Family Court order or injunction
These Principles cover an asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(b) it is purchased or acquired by the primary beneficiary or the primary beneficiary’s spouse or former spouse on or after 20 September 2004; and
(c) it results from another asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted to give effect to:
(i) an order made under section 79 or 114 of the Family Law Act 1975; or
(ii) an injunction granted under section 114 of that Act that is binding on a third party under Part VIIIAA of that Act; or
(iii) any other order or injunction under the Family Law Act 1975 that relates specifically to the original income stream; and
(d) the original income stream was covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(e) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased before 20 September 2004; or
(ii) until the commencement of these Principles, was covered by the Social Security (Partially Asset‑test Exempt Income Stream — Exemption) (FACS) Principles 2005; or
(iii) was covered by these Principles.
Example
On 1 March 2002, J purchased an income stream (the original income stream) covered by subsection 9A (1) of the Act for the benefit of J, the primary beneficiary, and H, the reversionary beneficiary. As it was purchased before 20 September 2004, the income stream has a 100% exemption from the social security assets test. At the time of the purchase, J and H are married. On 1 December 2006, J and H divorce. On 15 December 2006, J commutes the original income stream in response to a Family Court order and purchases another income stream (the new income stream) covered by subsection 9A (1) of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles and retains the 100% exemption from the social security assets test.
2.6 Asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from payment of superannuation contributions surcharge debt
These Principles cover an asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(b) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary on or after 20 September 2004; and
(c) it results from another asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted to pay a superannuation contributions surcharge debt; and
(d) the original income stream was covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(e) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased before 20 September 2004; or
(ii) until the commencement of these Principles, was covered by the Social Security (Partially Asset‑test Exempt Income Stream — Exemption) (FACS) Principles 2005; or
(iii) was covered by these Principles.
2.7 Asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from payment of hardship amount
These Principles cover an asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(b) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary on or after 20 September 2004; and
(c) it results from another asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted to pay a hardship amount; and
(d) the original income stream was covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(e) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased before 20 September 2004; or
(ii) until the commencement of these Principles, was covered by the Social Security (Partially Asset‑test Exempt Income Stream — Exemption) (FACS) Principles 2005; or
(iii) was covered by these Principles.
Example
On 1 March 2002, J purchased an income stream (the original income stream) covered by subsection 9A (1) of the Act for the benefit of J, the primary beneficiary, and H, the reversionary beneficiary. As it was purchased before 20 September 2004, the income stream has a 100% exemption from the social security assets test. At the time of the purchase, J and H are married. On 1 December 2005, J and H divorce. On 15 December 2005, J commutes the original income stream in response to a Family Court order and purchases another income stream (the new income stream) covered by subsection 9A (1) of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles, and retains the 100% exemption from the assets test.
2.8 Commutation of asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from closure of a self managed superannuation fund
These Principles cover an asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(b) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary; and
(c) it is not sourced from a self managed superannuation fund; and
(d) it results from another asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted as a result of the closure of a self managed superannuation fund because:
(i) a member of the fund supporting the original income stream has died; or
(ii) the administrative responsibilities of the fund supporting the original income stream have become too onerous due to the age or incapacity of a trustee; and
(e) the original income stream was:
(i) covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(ii) sourced from a self managed superannuation fund; and
(f) the original income stream was:
(i) until the commencement of these Principles, covered by the Social Security (Partially Asset‑test Exempt Income Stream — Exemption) (FACS) Principles 2005; or
(ii) covered by these Principles.
Example
F and W are trustees of their self managed superannuation fund. They both have lifetime asset‑test exempt income streams that were purchased on 1 July 2003 when F was 65 and W was 64. F dies on 26 January 2007. W subsequently decides that she does not have the expertise or inclination to continue as a fund trustee. W commutes her asset‑test exempt income stream and uses the proceeds to purchase from a retail income stream provider, an income stream that meets the provisions of section 9A of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles and retains the 100% exemption from the social security assets test.
2.9 Asset-test income stream resulting from commutation or rollover because of regulation 6.21 of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Regulations 1994
These Principles cover an asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(b) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary on or after 1 July 2007; and
(c) it results from another asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted or rolled over to comply with subregulation 6.21 (2A) of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Regulations 1994; and
(d) the original income stream was covered by section 9A or 9B of the Act; and
(e) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased before 20 September 2004; or
(ii) until the commencement of these Principles, was covered by the Social Security (Partially Asset‑test Exempt Income Stream — Exemption) (FACS) Principles 2005; or
(iii) was covered by these Principles
Part 3 Partially asset‑test exempt income streams
3.1 Principles (Act s 1118)
For subparagraph (b) (ii) of the definition of partially asset‑test exempt income stream in subsection 1118 (1A) of the Act, the Principles are the Principles set out in this Part.
Note For the definition of asset‑test exempt income stream, see subsection 9 (1) of the Act.
3.2 Partially asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from original partially asset‑test exempt income stream purchased on or after 20 September 2004 but before 20 September 2007
(1) These Principles cover a partially asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) the income stream (the present income stream) is purchased by the primary beneficiary on or after 20 September 2007 from the commutation of another partially asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream); and
(b) the original income stream was purchased on or after 20 September 2004 and before 20 September 2007; and
(c) the original income stream is a kind of income stream in relation to which one of the following subsections applies.
(2) This subsection applies to an original income stream if:
(a) it was purchased by the primary beneficiary for the benefit of the primary beneficiary and a reversionary beneficiary; and
(b) payments made under the income stream are calculated on the basis of the life expectancy of the reversionary beneficiary; and
(c) the reversionary beneficiary predeceases the primary beneficiary.
(3) This subsection applies to an original income stream if:
(a) it is not an income stream to which section 3.4 or 3.5 of these Principles applies; and
(b) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary for the benefit of the primary beneficiary and a reversionary beneficiary who, at the time of the purchase, are members of a couple together; and
(c) the primary beneficiary and reversionary beneficiary are no longer members of a couple together.
Example
On 1 March 2005, J purchased an income stream (the original income stream) covered by subsection 9A (1) of the Act for the benefit of J, the primary beneficiary, and H, the reversionary beneficiary. The income stream has a 50% exemption from the social security asset test. At the time of the purchase, J and H were members of a couple together. On 1 December 2008, J and H ceased to be members of a couple together. On 15 December 2008, J commutes the original income stream and purchases another income stream (the new income stream) covered by subsection 9A (1) of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles and retains the 50% exemption from the social security assets test.
(4) This subsection applies to an original income stream if:
(a) it is a defined benefit pension covered by subsection 9A (1) or 9B (1A) of the Act that is provided by a regulated superannuation fund; and
(b) it is an income stream in relation to which the Secretary is not satisfied as required by paragraph 9A (1) (b) or 9B (1A) (b) of the Act, as applicable.
Example
On 1 March 2005, P purchased an income stream (the original income stream) that is a defined benefit pension covered by section 9A of the Act that is provided by a regulated superannuation fund. Paragraph 9A (1) (b) of the Act applies to the original income stream. The income stream has a 50% exemption from the social security assets test. On 1 September 2008, the Secretary of the Department of Education, Science and Training is not satisfied that the requirements of paragraph 9A (1) (b) of the Act are met in relation to the original income stream. On 15 September 2008, P commutes the original income stream to purchase another income stream (the new income stream) that is covered by section 9A of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles and retains the 50% exemption from the social security assets test.
Note Paragraphs 9A (1) (b) and 9B (1A) (b) of the Act require the Secretary to be satisfied, in relation to an income stream, that there is in force a current actuarial certificate stating that in the actuary’s opinion there is a high probability that the provider of the income stream will be able to pay the income stream as required under the income stream’s contract or governing rules.
(5) This subsection applies to an original income stream if:
(a) the income stream is an immediate annuity under a statutory fund established by a life company, or under a benefit fund; and
(b) the income stream:
(i) is an income stream to which paragraph 9A (1) (b) or 9B (1A) (b) of the Act applies or would have applied if paragraph 9A (1) (aa) or subparagraph 9B (1) (a) (i) of the Act did not apply, and in relation to which the Secretary is not satisfied as required by that paragraph; or
(ii) fails to satisfy relevant standards published by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority about minimum surrender values and paid up values.
Note Paragraphs 9A (1) (b) and 9B (1A) (b) of the Act require the Secretary to be satisfied, in relation to an income stream, that there is in force a current actuarial certificate stating that in the actuary’s opinion there is a high probability that the provider of the income stream will be able to pay the income stream as required under the income stream’s contract or governing rules.
3.3 Partially asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from transfer to successor fund
These Principles cover a partially asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it results from the transfer, on or after 20 September 2007, of another income stream (the original income stream) to a successor fund; and
(b) at the time of transfer, the original income stream was:
(i) covered by section 9A, 9B or 9BA of the Act or would have been covered by those sections if paragraph 9A (1) (aa); subparagraph 9B (1) (a) (i) or subparagraph 9BA (1) (a) (i) of the Act did not apply; and
(ii) provided by a regulated superannuation fund; and
(c) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased on or after 20 September 2004 and before 20 September 2007; or
(ii) was covered by these Principles.
3.4 Partially asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from payment split
These Principles cover a partially asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is purchased or acquired by the primary beneficiary or the primary beneficiary’s spouse or former spouse on or after 20 September 2007; and
(b) it results from another partially asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted to give effect to an entitlement of the spouse or former spouse of the primary beneficiary in respect of the original income stream under a payment split under Part VIIIB of the Family Law Act 1975; and
(c) the original income stream was covered by section 9A, 9B or 9BA of the Act or would have been covered by those sections if paragraph 9A (1) (aa); subparagraph 9B (1) (a) (i) or subparagraph 9BA (1) (a) (i) of the Act did not apply; and
(d) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased on or after 20 September 2004 and before 20 September 2007; or
(ii) was covered by these Principles.
Example
On 1 March 2005, P, who was married to J at that date, purchased an income stream (the original income stream) covered by section 9A of the Act. The income stream has a 50% exemption from the social security assets test. On 1 December 2008, P and J divorce. P’s original income stream is commuted to give effect to an entitlement of J in respect of the original income stream under a payment split under Part VIIIB of the Family Law Act 1975. On 15 December 2008, J uses the entitlement resulting from the payment split to purchase an income stream (the new income stream) covered by section 9A of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles and retains the 50% exemption from the social security assets test.
3.5 Partially asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from Family Court order or injunction
These Principles cover a partially asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is purchased or acquired by the primary beneficiary or the primary beneficiary’s spouse or former spouse on or after 20 September 2007; and
(b) it results from another partially asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted to give effect to:
(i) an order made under section 79 or 114 of the Family Law Act 1975; or
(ii) an injunction granted under section 114 of that Act, that is binding on a third party under Part VIIIAA of that Act; or
(iii) any other order or injunction under the Family Law Act 1975 that relates specifically to the original income stream; and
(c) the original income stream was covered by section 9A, 9B or 9BA of the Act or would have been covered by those sections if paragraph 9A (1) (aa); subparagraph 9B (1) (a) (i) or subparagraph 9BA (1) (a) (i) of the Act did not apply; and
(d) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased on or after 20 September 2004 and before 20 September 2007; or
(ii) was covered by these Principles.
3.6 Partially asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from payment of superannuation contributions surcharge debt
These Principles cover a partially asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary on or after 20 September 2007; and
(b) it results from another partially asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted to pay a superannuation contributions surcharge debt; and
(c) the original income stream was covered by section 9A, 9B or 9BA of the Act or would have been covered by those sections if paragraph 9A (1) (aa); subparagraph 9B (1) (a) (i) or subparagraph 9BA (1) (a) (i) of the Act did not apply; and
(d) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased on or after 20 September 2004 and before 20 September 2007; or
(ii) was covered by these Principles.
3.7 Partially asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from payment of hardship amount
These Principles cover a partially asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary on or after 20 September 2007; and
(b) it results from another partially asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted to pay a hardship amount; and
(c) the original income stream was covered by section 9A, 9B or 9BA of the Act or would have been covered by those sections if paragraph 9A (1) (aa); subparagraph 9B (1) (a) (i) or subparagraph 9BA (1) (a) (i) of the Act did not apply; and
(d) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased on or after 20 September 2004 and before 20 September 2007; or
(ii) was covered by these Principles.
3.8 Partially asset‑test exempt market‑linked income stream resulting from commutation of another partially asset‑test exempt market‑linked income stream
These Principles cover a partially asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is covered by section 9BA of the Act or would have been covered by that section if subparagraph 9BA (1) (a) (i) of the Act did not apply; and; and
(b) it results from the commutation and rollover of all the assets supporting another partially asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream); and
(c) the original income stream was covered by section 9BA of the Act.
3.9 Commutation of partially asset‑test exempt income stream resulting from closure of a self managed superannuation fund
These Principles cover a partially asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary; and
(b) it is not sourced from a self managed superannuation fund; and
(c) it results from another partially asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted as a result of the closure of a self managed superannuation fund because:
(i) a member of the fund supporting the original income stream has died; or
(ii) the administrative responsibilities of the fund supporting the original income stream have become too onerous due to the age or incapacity of a trustee; and
(d) the original income stream was:
(i) covered by section 9A, 9B, or 9BA of the Act or would have been covered by those sections if paragraph 9A (1) (aa); subparagraph 9B (1) (a) (i) or subparagraph 9BA (1) (a) (i) of the Act did not apply; and
(ii) sourced from a self managed superannuation fund; and
(iii) covered by these Principles.
Example
G and A are trustees of their self managed superannuation fund. They both have market‑linked asset‑test exempt income streams that were purchased on 1 July 2005 when G was 65 and A was 64. G dies on 26 January 2015. A subsequently decides that she does not have the expertise or inclination to continue as a fund trustee. A commutes her market‑linked asset‑test exempt income stream and uses the proceeds to purchase from a retail income stream provider, an income stream that meets the provisions of section 9BA of the Act. The new income stream is covered by these Principles and retains the 50% exemption from the social security assets test.
3.10 Partially asset-test income stream resulting from commutation or rollover because of regulation 6.21 of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Regulations 1994
These Principles cover a partially asset‑test exempt income stream if:
(a) it is purchased by the primary beneficiary on or after 1 July 2007; and
(b) it results from another asset‑test exempt income stream (the original income stream) being commuted or rolled over to comply with subregulation 6.21 (2A) of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Regulations 1994; and
(c) the original income stream was covered by section 9A, 9B or 9BA of the Act or would have been covered by those sections if paragraph 9A (1) (aa); subparagraph 9B (1) (a) (i) or subparagraph 9BA (1) (a) (i) of the Act did not apply; and
(d) the original income stream:
(i) was purchased on or after 20 September 2004 and before 20 September 2007; or
(ii) was covered by these Principles.
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