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We're transparent with our fees 

Did you know the less you pay in fees on your super account, the more money you could have in retirement? That's why it's important to understand what you can expect to pay. 

We're a fund for all Australians 

As a members-first fund, we're committed to returning profits back to you as better services and lower fees.

Fee calculator

Estimate the fees you'll pay each year based on your super balance and investment mix. 

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Our fee structure 

The total amount you pay per year is made up of admin and investment fees and costs, and transaction costs. We call the amount you pay the 'cost of product'. Investment fees and costs also include performance fees, which may change depending on how your investments perform.

Admin

fees and costs

+

Investment fees and costs and transaction costs

(incl. performance fees)

=

Cost of product

(amount you pay)

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Admin fees and costs

If you hold an Accumulation or Income account with us, we'll charge you a flat weekly dollar fee of $1.20. We'll also charge you a percentage fee of 0.10% p.a. on the first $500,000 of your account balance. If you have more than one account with us, you'll pay admin fees separately for each account.

This means the most we'll charge you for admin fees per year per account is $562.40.

Dollar fee
$1.20

per week

+

Percentage fees
0.10%

p.a. on the first $500,000 of

your account balance.

+

0.05% p.a.*

Costs met from reserves

*When the admin costs exceed member admin fees collected, we meet these costs from our general reserve, not from your account balance or investment returns. We estimate this amount as 0.05% for the year ending 30 June 2025.

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Investment fees and transaction costs

Investment fees and costs are what we charge to manage each investment option. These include performance fees which we estimate as an average of the last 5 financial years.

This means the actual investment fees shown on your annual statement may be higher or lower than the forecasts in the tables below, depending on how your investments perform.

Transaction costs may include brokerage, settlement and clearing costs, and stamp duty. Read the PDS that applies to you for more information.

Automatic

Lifecycle Investment Strategy

Our default option is designed so you don't have to do anything. We automatically change your investment strategy as you age. This means how much you pay depends on how much of your super balance is invested in each of the pools. Learn more.

Investment poolInvestment fees and costs (p.a)Transaction costs (p.a.)Total % (p.a)
High Growth Pool0.64%0.06%0.70%
Balanced Pool0.59%0.06%0.65%
Cash Pool0.07%0.00%0.07%

Your choice

Diversified options

If you want more control over your investment strategy, you can choose from our ready-made investment options. You'll get diversification by investing in a few different asset classes at once. Learn more.

Investment optionInvestment fees and costs (p.a.)Transaction costs (p.a.)Total % (p.a)
High Growth0.64%0.06%0.70%
Balanced0.59%0.06%0.65%
Conservative-Balanced0.57%0.06%0.63%
Conservative0.54%0.06%0.60%
Balanced Risk-Adjusted0.41%0.05%0.46%
Socially Conscious Balanced0.58%0.08%0.66%
High Growth Index0.08%0.00%0.08%
Balanced Index0.08%0.00%0.08%

Mix and match

Asset class options

If you want to further diversify your investment strategy, our indexed and single asset class options are separate investment groups you can mix and match to suit your needs and risk profile. Learn more.

Investment optionInvestment fees and costs (p.a.)Transaction costs (p.a.)Total % (p.a)
Australian Shares Index0.08%0.00%0.08%
International Shares Hedged Index0.09%0.01%0.10%
International Shares Unhedged Index0.09%0.01%0.10%
Listed Property Index0.08%0.02%0.10%
Unlisted Assets1.65%0.08%1.73%
Bonds Index0.08%0.00%0.08%
Cash0.07%0.00%0.07%

Let's break it down further

If you invested $50,000 in the Super Savings Lifecycle Investment Strategy and 100% of it was invested in the High Growth Pool at the beginning of the 2025-26 financial year, here's what you could expect to pay. 

Admin fees and costs

Fees & costs (dollar + percentage)

$62.40 + $75

($1.20 p.w.) + (0.10% p.a. + 0.05% p.a.)1

+

Investment fees and costs

Fees and costs (inc. performance fees) + transaction costs

$325 + $25

(0.65% p.a.) + (0.05% p.a.)

=

Cost of product

(per year)

$487.40

Combine your super

Do you have super with more than one super fund? You could be paying multiple fees and insurance premiums.

Every cent counts when it comes to your retirement, so why not bring all your super together?

Before you combine your super, think about if it's right for you. You may lose access to benefits such as insurance or pension options, and you need to consider any tax impacts.

Download the PDS

Low balance fee cap 

If your account balance is under $6,000, your admin fees and investment fees and costs (inc. transaction costs), are capped at 3% of your account balance.

We'll refund any amount already charged above the cap.

Note: this excludes any costs met from reserves.

FAQ about fees and costs


Other fees and costs

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Insurance

If you're eligible, you can get insurance cover with your super. The cost of insurance (premiums) are taken directly from your account and will change depending on your level of cover, age, and the type of work you do.

Your insurance options
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Advice over the phone

Getting professional help can make a big difference to your retirement. Advice about your super account with us is included with your membership.2

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How much are you paying?

Fees over a lifetime can really add up. Log in to Member Online to check your investment options and calculate how much you're paying in fees.

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