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Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at 57 and 67

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According to the latest Australian Prudential Regulation Authority figures, Australians aged 55 to 59 have an average superannuation balance of $243,300.

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These figures are higher than the average super balance reported by APRA for Australians aged 65 to 69.

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