Grounds for the early release of superannuation
A large number of superannuation funds allow access to a lump sum from accumulated superannuation accounts once every 12 months if your application is based on one of the following grounds:

specified compassionate grounds (to prevent sale of your house by your mortgage holder, or to pay medical, disability or funeral expenses); or
grounds of severe financial hardship (for “reasonable immediate family living expenses” including loan repayments, rent arrears, outstanding bills, car repairs and medical expenses).