6 November 2025
Why Your Teen’s First Job Is the Perfect Time to Talk About Super
Your child’s first job isn’t just about earning pocket money — it’s the ideal moment to start building lifelong financial habits.
In her recent West Australian article, Senior Wealth Adviser Dawn Thomas shared practical steps parents can take to help teens get started with super, from choosing an eligible fund and applying for a Tax File Number, to using comparison tools like YourSuper and exploring MoneySmart calculators together.
Dawn also encourages families to discuss investment choices, values-based options, and the power of compounding — all vital lessons that make super feel real, relevant and rewarding for young people.