CareSuper

CareSuper Biography

As one of Australia’s leading Industry SuperFunds for professionals, we offer award-winning super and pension products. And we’ve been rated as a top-tier platinum fund for 15 years in a row, by Independent ratings expert, SuperRatings.

Established in 1986, with decades of expertise in smart, proactive investing, we have a track record of proven outperformance over the long term. We live and breathe super. Each and every one of us is committed to maximising your super’s performance and giving you great service and support along the way. We have a diverse team of passionate individuals who are dedicated to helping you achieve your financial goals. We’re also here to provide you with information and knowledge to empower you to make financial decisions that are right for you.

Articles by CareSuper

CareSuper’s pay gap performance and support for parental leave superannuation

Announcements
8 March 2024
CareSuper supports the recently announced changes around superannuation being paid by the Federal Government in addition to the current parental leave payments.
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Closing the gender super gap: 8 ways employers can help

Employer news
4 March 2024
Australian women are retiring with less super than men, with an average super gap of $53,000. We unpack what employers can do to support women in their workplaces and make significant progress in reducing the gender super gap.*
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CareSuper Strengthens Commitment to Sustainable Investments

Investments
13 December 2023
At CareSuper, we're continuously evolving to ensure our investment choices reflect our commitment to sustainability.
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Payday super and what it means for employers

Employer news
13 November 2023
In the latest Federal Budget delivered in May 2023, the government announced the introduction of payday super, which is proposed to come into effect on 1 July 2026.
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CareSuper Supports the Recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and the Voice to Parliament

Announcements
15 September 2023
CareSuper pledges its support of the recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through the constitutionally enshrined Voice to Parliament. We believe this is a crucial step towards reconciliation and ensuring a fairer future for all Australians.
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Your employees’ financial futures are in good hands

Employer news
11 September 2023
The results of superannuation regulator, APRA’s annual performance test have landed. As anticipated, our Balanced (MySuper) option passed the test.
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Managing super payments

Employer news
11 September 2023
At CareSuper, part of the service we offer is to help you to manage your compliance obligations. In this article, we explore how you can effectively manage super for your diverse workforce.
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Vale notice: Barry Watchorn

Announcements
29 June 2023
With heavy hearts, CareSuper mourns the loss of esteemed superannuation leader, Barry Watchorn AM.
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Changes affecting members from 1 July 2023

Industry news
30 June 2023
As the new financial year rolls in, there are some notable changes with effect from 1 July 2023. Here, we outline the key updates and how they may affect you.
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CareSuper and Spirit Super to merge

Announcements
1 June 2023
CareSuper and Spirit Super have entered into a binding agreement to merge, announcing proposed leadership.
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Investment markets – a snapshot

Investments
18 May 2023
The first quarter of 2023 was one of strong performance for most asset classes despite the volatility experienced by investment markets.
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Federal Budget 2023/24 – a focus on relieving cost of living pressures

Industry news
10 May 2023
The 2023/24 Federal Budget handed down on Tuesday 9 May aims to relieve cost of living pressures for Australians. It also contained a few proposed changes to super.
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Federal Budget 2023/24 – An update for employers

Employer news
10 May 2023
The Federal Budget for 2023/24 was announced on Tuesday 9 May. It contained some super-related and other measures that may affect your workplace and your employees.
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What to consider when choosing a default super fund

Employer news
9 May 2023
Selecting the right default super fund for your business is an important decision.
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Insurance fees decreased for most members from 1 April 2023

Employer news
9 May 2023
In good news for your employees who hold insurance cover with us, from 1 April 2023, changes to our insurance offering mean insurance fees for most of our members are now even lower.
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5 tips to help you prepare for end of financial year

Employer news
9 May 2023
End of financial year is an important time for employers, that’s why we’ve prepared some tips to help you meet your obligations and prepare for the financial year ahead.
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CareSuper Releases Roadmap to Net Zero by 2050

Announcements
20 March 2023
CareSuper has today released its Net Zero Roadmap, which details the targets and actions that will guide the Fund’s transition to net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
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Partner With The MySuper Fund Of The Year Winner

Employer news
9 March 2023
By partnering with the SuperRatings MySuper Fund of the Year award winner, you’ll meet your super requirements and help set your employees up for a brighter future.
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Employees’ Financial Wellbeing Is Good For Business

Employer news
9 March 2023
Increased cost of living is the number one issue facing many Australians today. It's also likely affecting the emotional and financial wellbeing of your employees.
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Update From Our Chief Growth Officer - March 2023

Employer news
9 March 2023
We’re pleased to have been able to meet with many of our employers in person at industry events and workplace visits so far this year.
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CareSuper names Michael Dundon as new CEO

Announcements
2 December 2022
Experienced superannuation fund executive, Michael Dundon, has been named CEO of CareSuper. He will replace Julie Lander who announced earlier this year that she planned to step down after more than two decades in the role.
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CareSuper and Spirit Super to explore merger

Announcements
9 November 2022
CareSuper and Spirit Super have entered into a preliminary non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore a possible merger between the two funds. If undertaken, it would create a combined fund with over 500,000 members and over $45b in Funds Under Management (FUM).
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CareSuper wins MySuper of the Year and Smooth Ride Awards 2023

Announcements
8 November 2022
Our unique investment strategy has proven to outperform over the long term, including during uncertain markets. That’s why we were thrilled to win the SuperRatings MySuper of the Year and the Smooth Ride Awards at the 20th Lonsec and SuperRatings Fund of the Year Awards on 26 October 2022.
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Federal Budget 2022/23 – October update

Industry news
26 October 2022
The new Labor Government has delivered its first Federal Budget – a second budget for the 2022/23 financial year . This new budget comes at a time of increasing cost of living pressures and heightened global economic uncertainty. Read more
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CareSuper Endorses Housing Accord

Announcements
25 October 2022
Following engagement with the Government on the development of the Housing Accord proposal, CareSuper affirms its commitment to support work on developing reforms that will encourage more institutional investment into affordable housing.
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Fee changes

Product & services
9 September 2022
We’re changing the way we present and calculate certain fees and costs in our PDSs and statements, to adhere to the new requirements The amendment will create a uniform approach to how super funds display their fees and costs, allowing members to easily compare fees and costs across funds.
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Responsible investing – more than a catchphrase

Industry news
26 August 2022
Responsible investing is more than a catchphrase. It’s a philosophy that underpins all that we do. So, what are we doing to help create a better future for our members and generations to come?
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CareSuper launches search for next CEO as Julie Lander steps down

Announcements
22 August 2022
The Board of CareSuper, one of Australia’s leading award-winning industry funds, has announced its intention to recruit its next CEO in the wake of the news that long-standing CEO Julie Lander will step down after more than 21 years with the Fund.
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Long term returns remain strong despite a volatile year

Investments
19 August 2022
Despite challenging conditions over the last financial year, we worked hard to minimise losses and deliver above average returns for our members. Our Balanced (MySuper) option is a top performer over 1, 3, 5, 7, 10 and 20 years.*
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CareSuper CEO Named 2022 Fund Executive Of The Year

Announcements
9 August 2022
We're proud to announce CareSuper CEO, Julie Lander, has been named Fund Executives Association Limited (FEAL) 2022 Fund Executive of the Year
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CareSuper outperforms on member satisfaction

Announcements
8 August 2022
Our members are at the heart of everything we do — that’s why we were thrilled to win the Finder Industry Super Fund Customer Satisfaction Award 2022.
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Understanding fixed interest in volatile times

Investments
26 July 2022
While fixed interest is a lower risk investment, fixed interest returns can still move up and down like other investments.
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Exciting new appointments at CareSuper as executive leadership team grows

Announcements
29 June 2022
CareSuper chief executive Julie Lander is pleased to announce that Jean-Luc Ambrosi and Christine Nguyen have recently been appointed to the fund’s Executive Leadership Team.
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Recent market volatility and your super

Investments
21 June 2022
In recent months global share and bond markets have experienced falls which have impacted super account balances. We’ve explained more about what’s happening in investment markets and how we’re protecting your super while also focusing on long-term growth.
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Dealing with market uncertainty

Investments
21 June 2022
When share markets experience volatility, it’s only natural to feel concerned. We’ve shared some key considerations to help you deal with the uncertainty.
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The new normal – a hybrid work model

Industry news
20 May 2022
As employers, we’re all in this together. Navigating new ways of working as we attempt to implement some structure and normalcy while learning to live with COVID-19. Now we’ve come out the other side, with new perspectives on how we work, we might be asking ourselves ‘how do we continue to engage employees that have found comfort in their new ways of working?’
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Cr Linda Scott appointed as new Chair of CareSuper

Announcements
7 April 2022
The CareSuper Board new appointments, made in line with CareSuper’s policy, which provides for Employer and Member Directors to nominate the Chair and Deputy Chair on a rotational basis.
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Federal Budget 2022/23 – a focus on relieving cost of living pressures

Industry news
31 March 2022
On Tuesday, 29 March 2022, the Federal Government handed down its budget for 2022/23. As anticipated, the budget focused on measures to ease cost of living pressures for Australian households. 
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Recent floods in QLD and NSW

Announcements
29 March 2022
Our thoughts are with those who have been impacted by the recent floods in New South Wales and Queensland. If you have been affected, you may qualify for financial relief from your state government or from the Australian Government. ​
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Why active investing is key to CareSuper’s outperformance

Investments
17 March 2022
We invest with one goal in mind: to help members achieve the best possible lifestyle for their future.
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Low-income earners to get a super boost

Industry news
16 February 2022
In a welcome and long-awaited change, the Government has passed legislation to remove the $450 monthly income threshold for super guarantee (SG) contributions. This change will take effect from 1 July 2022.
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CareSuper sets net zero goal as part of ongoing responsible investment program

Announcements
29 November 2021
In line with its commitment to ensuring the best financial outcomes for members, CareSuper has set its goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions across its investment portfolio by 2050.
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Four recent super changes for employers

Industry news
13 August 2021
Here’s what the changes mean for your business.
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Super contribution limits are increasing – understand the changes and how they might affect you

Industry news
16 June 2021
The amount of money you can contribute to your super account, without finding yourself with an unexpected tax bill, will increase from 1 July this year. Meaning you might be able to invest more into super for your future.
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Super savings of low-income earners - predominantly women - to benefit from Budget announcements

Women & super
10 June 2021
During the Federal Budget 2021/22, the Government proposed that from 1 July 2022, the $450 per month minimum threshold for employer super guarantee (SG) payments will be removed.
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Get a super boost with a Government co-contribution

Investments
18 May 2021
If you put a little bit of extra money in your super before the end of this financial year (and you’re eligible) your super will receive a boost through the Government’s super co-contribution scheme.
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Federal Budget 2021/22 – a focus on rebuilding the Australian economy

Industry news
13 May 2021
The Federal Budget 2021/22 included several changes to superannuation and retirement. Many of these changes will have a positive impact on the super savings of low-income earners, women and retirees.
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CareSuper joins Women in Super in fight against breast cancer for 13th year, sponsoring the Mother’s Day Classic

Women & super
28 April 2021
CareSuper is proud to be sponsoring the annual Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic fun run/walk for the 13th year in a row, as a National Silver sponsor.
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Improve your financial wellbeing now and for the future

Women & super
19 April 2021
The gender super gap is real and it’s big. The stats don’t lie: women are retiring with 47% less super than men.
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We care about women’s financial wellbeing

Women & super
19 April 2021
Supporting women’s financial wellbeing is an important part of the work we do to help our members achieve their financial goals and live their best possible lifestyle when they finish working.
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The not-so-super situation for Australian women

Women & super
19 April 2021
The gender super gap is one of the reasons an estimated 40% of older single women are facing poverty and economic insecurity in retirement.
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Federal Budget 2020/21 and your super

Industry news
13 October 2020
The Government has outlined some reforms for superannuation in the Federal Budget 2020/21.
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Our year at a glance - Annual Report 2018

Announcements
19 December 2018
It’s been another year of strong growth and progress for CareSuper. We approached the year with a long-term view, making decisions and evolving to shape our vision for the future.
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CareSuper announces changes to Board

Announcements
7 April 2018
The CareSuper Board new appointments, made in line with CareSuper’s policy, which provides for Employer and Member Directors to nominate the Chair and Deputy Chair on a 4-year rotational basis.
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CareSuper to partner with Mercer to deliver enhanced customer services

Announcements
11 May 2018
CareSuper has announced it will be partnering with Mercer to manage its outsourced administration functions and related customer and fund support services.
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Federal Budget 2018/19 overview

Industry news
18 May 2018
The Federal Budget for 2018/19 was announced on Tuesday 8 May, including a number of proposed changes to Super, which will commence from 1 July 2019 if approved by Parliament.
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