	My retirement budget
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Planning My Retirement

We're all entitled to a happy retirement. For most of us this will mean doing the things we enjoy and having enough money to spend. The key to making sure you have an enjoyable retirement is to take time to plan ahead. You need to think about the lifestyle you would like to have. By contributing to your super, you can help to make your lifestyle goals a reality. Finally, you need to think about the type of benefit options that will suit your retirement lifestyle.

Today people are fitter, healthier and living longer than ever before. The good news is that many of us can expect to enjoy a retirement of about thirty years.

Thirty years is quite a long time. Retirement will mean something different to everyone. Some people will travel, discover new hobbies or spend extra time with their family and friends. Whatever you do, it's likely you'll spend more time doing the things you enjoy. For most of us, not having to work any more will lead to new lifestyle options. To make sure you can afford the lifestyle you want in retirement, you will need to plan carefully.