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PCF Update (20091125)

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China’s macro-economic picture continues to show positive signs. In the third quarter of 2009, GDP growth accelerated to 8.9% year-on-year. This is the fastest pace since the third quarter of 2008, beating the market’s expectation... <read more>

PCF Update (20091105)

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Premium SAM Asia Property Fund was featured on IFA (2 Nov 09) in recognition of its strong performance... <read more>

PCF Update (20091028)

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September performance showed an encouraging outlook for China... <read more>

Future for Super (20091009)

Changing of the guard
New products accompanied by changes in commissions, management and markets will have a profound effect on the superannuation industry.. <read more>

PCF Update (20091007)

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Post-global financial crisis, what are investors looking for now? <read more>

Estate Planning 101 (20090928)

Estate planning involves more than just drafting a Will, as a Will deals with those assets which are estate assets on death only... <read more>

Property vs. Shares for SMSF’s (20090928)

A question often debated at dinner parties or at BBQ's is whether it is better to invest in property or in shares. One year the answer is shares, the next it's property... <read more>

The Tax Office is scrutinising Hybrid Trusts (20090928)

Hybrid trusts have come under the scrutiny of the Commissioner of Taxation of late and have been the subject of a taxation determination... <read more>

ASIC acts on illegal early access to super (20090928)

ASIC is concerned that the current market conditions are contributing to an increase in the number of people attempting to gain illegal early access to their superannuation (super)... <read more>

The ATO has announced its focus for next year (20090928)

Last month the Australian Tax Office released its annual compliance program for the 2009-2010 year, announcing that there are a number of specific areas they intend to focus... <read more>

Newsletter – Vol 2. 2nd Edition (20090925)

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In the month of August, Premium China Fund took advantage of the A-share market correction and bought into market weakness... <newsletter, PCF and PSAPF factsheets>

What Really Moves Share Prices (20090831)

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It is probably a fair observation that the average retail investor is getting smarter and savvier, gathering ever more insight and knowledge about financial markets... <read more>

Karratha AFL "Meet The Stars" Seminar Press Release (20090827)

AFL STARS TO VISIT KARRATHA 9-10 SEPTEMBER FOR JUNIOR CLINICS AND INVESTMENT WORKSHOPS
AFL Stars to visit Karratha to support Pathways to Prosperity Program and local Junior AFL Players. Dean Solomon (Dockers) and Damien Peverill (Essendon) will join with long term local accountancy firm GoldFinch Partners and Guardian Royal Financial Services to conduct 3 key community sessions in Karratha. <More Information>

Newsletter – Vol 2. 1st Edition (20090820)

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Newsflash: Premium China Fund was featured on the Weekend AFR 15-16th August 2009 as the best performing Specialist China Fund <newsletter, PCF and PSAPF factsheets>

Directors Report July 2009 (200908013)

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China’s economy grew by 7.9% in the second quarter from a year earlier, and all the growth figures are showing a clear sign of recovery... <Report>

Direct Investments are now available to all investors for $25,000 (20090807)

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Due to a strong demand and the excellent performance from both Funds, we are pleased to announce that direct investments are now available to all investors for... <newsletter>

Newsletter – Vol 1. 12TH Edition (20090803)

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China’s latest economic data showed that the country grew at 7.9% in the second quarter of 2009. It’s encouraging... <newsletter, PCF and PSAPF factsheets>

Newsletter – Vol 1. 11TH Edition (20090702)

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Volatile oil prices last year were a sobering reminder of China’s high dependency on energy, particularly fossil fuels, for development. We know energy is needed to maintain economic growth, but we also know climate change is intrinsically linked to energy production and consumption... <newsletter, PCF and PSAPF factsheets>

Estimated Distribution (20090626)

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See below for the estimated distribution for Premium China Fund and Premium SAM Asia Property Fund for the financial year ending 30 June 2009..
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The Ultimate Seduction (20090625)

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In the share market, the same dynamics are in place. No matter how hard stockbrokers and securities analysts try to convince investors there's value in this stock or in that one, no argument is ever as alluring as a rising share price. That's why, in the present context, many more investors are watching the share price of Fortescue Metals ((FMG)) instead of CSL ((CSL)), to name but two examples... <read more>

Newsflash (20090625)

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In this challenging time, our Premium SAM Asia Property Fund has been upgraded to a 4-star rating by Adviser Edge, which in turn is also a van Eyk endorsed A rated fund. Please see attached the press release... <Directors Report and Advisor Edge>

AXA North TV commercial advising clients. (20090622)
In uncertain times, AXA’s North is the ideal answer to investors’ legitimate concerns about their superannuation balances. The North Protected Growth guarantee is enabling an increasing number of Australians to stay invested in growth assets while protecting against loss and locking in their annual growth... <read more>

A Rare Share Market Opportunity (20090618)

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Many a wise and experience-hardened market analyst will tell you history can be a valuable source of wisdom and insight. Below are some potentially invaluable insights provided by the past. Investors take note... <read more>

A Rare Share Market Opportunity (20090611)

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As far as market symbolism goes, the Australian share market could have hardly picked a better day to roar to a new multi-month high on Wednesday... <read more>

Newsletter – 10TH Edition (20090605)

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May Directors’ Report and Newsletter which will help advisers better understand China’s economy leading up to the end of financial year. Throughout the May issue of Directors’ Report, we will look at the recent economic news coming out of China, and how that may impact the funds we present to you... <read more>

Real estate investment trusts in Asia have staged a strong recovery. (20090605)

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Premium SAM Asia Property Fund was once again featured on The Australian (3 June 2009) in recognition of its strong performance... <read more>

The Trend Remains An Investor's Best Friend (20090604)

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There's at present one factor in the global financial system that is over-ruling all other factors: the weakening US dollar...
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April Factsheets for Premium China Fund and
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Economic activities and domestic demand in China are expanding as more stimulus projects break ground. Key indicators of strong activities are stated in our latest factsheets.... <read more>

Lonsec review Premium China Fund (20090529)

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Lonsec review Premium China Fund 2009... <read more>

Lessons From China (20090528)

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There is little doubt China is developing into tomorrow's new global super-power. The Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett, went on record recently by stating the nineteenth century was dominated by the British, in the twentieth century it was all about the Americans and the current century will see the pendulum of power swing to China...
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Pinjarra Regional Infrastructure Update (20090525)

Southern Gateway Alliance was recently awarded a Platinum Certificate of Achievement for occupational health and safety from WorkSafe WA...
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Lessons From China (20090521)

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Recent updates have again pulled the theme to the forefront of global academic debate as the Chinese raised 2007 GDP growth to 13%... <read more>

AXA's 2009 Federal Budget update (20090515)

The 2009/10 Federal Budget is characterised by a $57.6 billion deficit, with the Government expecting to see the budget return to a surplus position in 2015/16......
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The Bears Hit Back: Too Soon, Too Fast, Too Confident (20090514)

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I think I have discovered one major difference between rallies in a bull market and the bear market version of a share market rally: in a bull market the rationale behind rising share prices might still be questioned, but at least most market participants seem happy and upbeat... <read more>

After The Bottom, What's Next? (20090506)

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The Japanese share market has confirmed that a bottom has been reached in this global bear market, meaning the index levels reached in early March mark the low point for the foreseeable future; any pull back in the weeks or months ahead should remain limited. The worst is behind us... <read more>

Newsletter – 8th Edition: February 09 (20090503)

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To illustrate the sheer scale in which China operates and how they compare with Australia... <read more>

China The Saviour? (20090422)

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Economic recessions serve a function. They cleanse the system. During recessions, as is oft pointed out by economists, assets and opportunities change from weak hands to stronger hands..... <read more>

Premium China Funds Management: Directors' Report (20090420)

February - April 2009
Clear signs of recovery ending Q1 2009. We have now come to the end of the 1st quarter of 2009. Signs of stability for 3 straight months have been prevalent in the Chinese economy which is outlined below.... <read more>

China continues to grow (20090417)

China’s latest economic data showed that the country grew at 6.1% in the first quarter of 2009. Buoyed by strong fixed-asset investment and firming industrial production...
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Marina threat 'can be managed' (20090407)

A planned 500-pen marina at Rockingham will disturb the onshore and marine habitats in environmentally sensitive Cockburn Sound but can be managed adequately...
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Call for investors to new rental scheme (20090330)
Four Western Australian housing providers have gained approval to build more than 400 new affordable rental homes for low and middle income families under the first round of the National Affordable Rental Scheme..... <read more>

Black bear wakes (20090322)
History suggests that a sleeping market will stir imperceptibly before the first rays of hope appear..... <read more>

30 per cent Investment Allowance. (20090322)
The Gorgon gas project set to proceed this year will be followed by more mega projects off the WA coast, presenting exciting Opportunities..... <read more>

Gorgon to lead LNG development train in WA (20090319)
History suggests that a sleeping market will stir imperceptibly before the first rays of hope appear..... <read more>

Shanghai for brave at heart (20090318)
The Shanghai stock exchange has surged well over 20 per cent so far this year......
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Prime time for investors, say property valuers (20090316)
House prices are expected to stagnate this year, but highly unusual market conditions have led to the best investment opportunities in decades, according to leading property valuers...... <read more>

WA faces dire housing shortfall: report (20090315)
WA faces a shortfall of up to 32,000 houses over the next five years, a Federal agency has warned....... <read more>

Property looks good from here (20090315)
OKAY, your super has taken a flogging and your shares may have tanked, but for the first time in many years I reckon now is a good time to invest in property...... <read more>

First home-buyers: largest share of loans on record (20090311)

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The number of new housing loans rose by 3.5 per cent in January. The average new home loan stood at $251,100 up 7.4 per cent on a year ago..... <read more>

South Hedland set for $23m facelift (20090305)
South Hedland is set for a revamp after the government announced it has allocated $23 million from the royalties for regions fund for a redevelopment plan.... <read more>

A Bottom In March And A Rally Next ? (20090305)

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Whatever happens on global equity and commodity markets in March never receives the same amount of media and investor attention as what happens in January ... <read more>

Super schemes face shortfall (20090223)
Companies will be forced to pump hundreds of millions of dollars into defined benefit superannuation schemes, as plunging sharemarkets and falling interest rates blow a hole in employee funds. ... <read more>

Super returns strongly negative (20090223)

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Australian superannuation funds continue to languish in heavily negative territory, according to the latest data released by research house SuperRatings ... <read more>

Should We Follow The Leaders? (20090218)

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There's no denying: BHP Billiton ((BHP)) has turned into the undisputed leader of the Australian share market. More often than not BHP shares determine the direction for the market as a whole for the day ... <read more>

Slowdown or shutdown? (20090218)

CommSec Recession Warning Gauge.

Despite the gloom abroad, a key warning indicator for the Australian economy is only pointing to a slowdown in activity, not a recession.

The CommSec Recession Warning Gauge – a simple measure of manufacturing activity that has closely tracked movements in the broader economy for over 40 years.

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Unemployment: Limping, not leaping, higher (20090128)

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2009 – US deflation or global salvation? (20090127)

Some investors are concerned that economic weakness in 2009 could underpin structural deflation in the US economy. <read more>

Record construction work to support economy (20090121b)

As at the end of September 2008, a record $96.8 billion of residential, commercial and engineering work was waiting to be completed <read more>

Access to Super Funds - Who Can You Trust? (20090121)

The ATO has warned against those parties that are promoting early access to SMSF accounts, and those trustees that knowingly permit members to be part of these schemes; after all, super is for your retirement <read more>

FIRST HOME BUYERS RESPOND TO INCREASED GRANT (20090114)

CommSec reports that the number of new housing loans rose by 1.3 per cent in November. The average new home loan stood at $254,000 in November, up 7.4 per cent on a year ago. <read more>

POOR PERFORMANCE PUSHING INVESTORS INTO SMSFs (N29)

The recent poor performance of the funds management industry and the way it is being portrayed in the media is pushing investors out of managed funds and into the self-managed super fund (SMSF) space. <read more>

MACQUARIE CMT INVESTMENTS CURRENTLY GOVT GUARANTEED (N28)

Guaranteed - All underlying investments in the Macquarie CMT are currently covered by the Government guarantee.

Open - The Macquarie CMT will not freeze investors’ funds to redemptions.

Liquid - The Macquarie CMT remains highly liquid, well diversified among the major Australian banks, and is very secure.

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RELIEF FOR HOME BUYERS (N27)

The 2007 election campaign proposal to help first home buyers becomes reality from 1 October 2008. Legislation passed on 25 June 2008 aims to boost the savings of aspiring first home buyers through a combination of lower taxes and government contributions.
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CURB PROPERTY ADVISERS, PARLIAMENT TOLD (N26)

Tighter property investment regulation –and expanded financial literacy programs by the federal government were needed to stamp out spruikers who had "ripped off" property investors. federal parliament was told yesterday. <read more>

BABY BOOMERS STRIKE (N25)

There's money to be made in ageing - but how, asks Teresa Ooi
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LIFE COVER IS A MUST FOR THOSE WITH FAMILIES, Daryl Dixon writes. (N24)

Does the super choice legislation require eligible super funds to provide a minimum level of insurance cover to members? <read more>

SALARY SACRIFICING WILL KILL THE TAXMAN'S TAKE (N23)

THE great divide between baby boomers and their heirs, if not forebears, is nothing compared with the upheaval as we move from a nation of negative gearers to salary sacrificers.
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WHAT MAKES PEOPLE MOVE HOUSE? (N22)

One-third of all Queensland households (nearly 444,000 households) moved house in the last three years, and wanting to live in a better area was the most popular reason, according to figures released this week by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). <read more>

LAND TAX : 400,000 MORE AUSTRALIANS ESCAPE THE NET (N21)

It has taken a year, but NSW Treasurer Andrew Refshauge has capitulated to pressure from both key industry bodies and the public and reversed land tax changes introduced just a year ago by his predecessor, Michael Egan. <read more>

QLD & WA SHOW INCREASING HOUSE PRICES... (N20)

In the March quarter while the other states remained unchanged. Also in the news this week, another 400,000 Australians escape land taxes as NSW joins Victoria and SA in a backflip; statistics show that one-third of the population of Queensland moved house in the past three years and why; and how to know what is the right price for your property. <read more>

GETTING THE BEST RESULTS FROM AN SELF MANAGED SUPER FUND (N19)

Self-managed funds offer full control but need full care, Daryl Dixon writes.
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10 GOOD REASONS FOR POPPING THE CHAMPAGNE (N18)

As Peter Costello delivered his 10th Budget, The Daily Telegraph asked 10 people – each aged 10 years apart – what they thought of it. <read more>

BUDGET - WINNERS AND LOSERS (N17)

Some of the winners and losers from tonight's Federal Budget. <read more>

BOOST FOR LOW EARNERS (N16)

PEOPLE receiving unemployment benefits will be encouraged to get jobs under a double sweetener strategy. <read more>

TAX RELIEF IS THE REWARD FOR EFFORT (N15)
By HEATH ASTON

BATTLERS, the better-off and everyone in between will be rewarded with a round of surprise income tax cuts. <read more>

WORKERS 1 SHIRKERS 0 (N14)
By MALCOLM FARR Chief Political Reporter

TREASURER Peter Costello last night emerged a working class hero by rewarding workers with $22 billion in tax cuts and prodding the able-bodied off welfare. <read more>

LIVABLE BRISBANE - Brisbane (N13)

Airport Link a priority Council is currently assessing a range of road tunnel transport infrastructure projects. The North-South Bypass Tunnel (NSBT), commenced years ago, has now been assessed as feasible and has the unanimous support of the Council of the Queensland Government <read more>

SUNDAY MAIL - Queensland (N12)

Real Estate Rock Solid
Nervous Nellies try to talk it down but the Queensland real estate market remains strong and vibrant. <read more>

NATIONAL NINE NEWS (N01)

Few Aussies likely to move super
Around eight per cent of Australians will take advantage of new laws, in effect by July, to move their superannuation, a new report has found. <read more>

QUEENSLAND TOPS THE TABLE (NO9)

Queensland had topped the table again by leading the nation in domestic demand,the Deputy Premier and Treasurer, Mr Terry Mackenroth, said. <read more>