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CareSuper closes 2016/17 year with strong returns
27 July 2017
In a year of rising financial markets, we’re pleased to report that all of CareSuper’s Managed and Asset Class options delivered positive results for members
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CareSuper expands executive team
12 July 2017
CareSuper has appointed two new executives to its senior leadership team.
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Budget 2017: Government uses super to tackle housing affordability
10 May 2017
Budget 2017 brings changes to super for home-owners over 65 and first home buyers.
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CareSuper’s Balanced option rated No.1 over 10 years
28 April 2017
The investment performance of the CareSuper Balanced option has been ranked No.1 over 10 years by independent ratings agency SuperRatings.
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CareSuper Chair Cate Wood named as ‘Trustee of the Year’
29 March 2017
CareSuper Chair Cate Wood was recently announced as the recipient of the 2017 ‘Trustee of the Year’ award.
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CareSuper announces new Deputy Chair and Director
16 March 2017
CareSuper Director Terry Wetherall has succeeded David Michaelis as the Fund’s new Deputy Chair.
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Safer Internet Day is a reminder to take care online
7 February 2017
World Safer Internet Day on 7 February is a salient reminder of just how important it is to protect yourself and your family from online scammers, spammers and saboteurs.
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CareSuper leads the way in member satisfaction
31 January 2017
A recent Roy Morgan survey of Australia’s 17 largest super funds* shows that CareSuper members are the most satisfied with their fund’s financial performance.
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CareSuper Scholarship supports next generation of financial planners
25 January 2017
CareSuper is proud to be supporting the next generation of financial planners by offering a scholarship to students majoring in Financial Planning at Deakin University. The students will also have the chance to be mentored by senior CareSuper staff.
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ATO outage impacts super funds
22 December 2016
Over the last fortnight the Australian Tax Office (ATO) has experienced a system outage, which means it could take longer than usual for super funds to process members’ consolidation requests and other payments that rely on ATO services. Find out more about what this means for members.
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CareSuper scoops third major award
1 December 2016
CareSuper has claimed another major award win, with Money magazine naming the Fund ‘Best Super Fund Manager’ in the ‘Best of the Best’ awards for 2017.
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CareSuper claims back-to-back win in SelectingSuper awards
24 November 2016
CareSuper has continued its recent award-winning form, scooping the Long Term Performance Award at the recent Rainmaker SelectingSuper Awards for 2016.
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Trump’s surprise victory – what does it mean for super?
10 November 2016
In a result that surprised pundits around the globe, Republican Party candidate Donald Trump won the US Presidential election on Tuesday 8 November 2016. So, does this unexpected result have consequences for super?
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CareSuper is an award winner – again!
31 October 2016
SuperRatings has awarded CareSuper its ‘Choice Super of the Year’ award for 2017.
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CareSuper appoints MetLife as new insurer
16 August 2016
CareSuper announced today that it has appointed MetLife as its insurer from 1 January 2017, when its existing contract with CommInsure expires.
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CareSuper’s investment performance for the 2015/16 financial year
27 July 2016
After a year of volatile market performance, CareSuper’s Balanced option returned 4.45% for the financial year ending 30 June 2016. Read on to find out more about this year’s investment performance.
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An update on the insurance review
13 July 2016
Over the last few months CareSuper has been conducting a scheduled review of its insurance arrangements, triggered by the conclusion of the current contract and rate guarantee period at the end of 2016.
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SuperRatings names CareSuper’s Balanced option as a top performer since the GFC
5 July 2016
Independent research agency SuperRatings has named CareSuper as one of eight ‘elite’ funds to have more than doubled savings for members invested in their balanced options since the global financial crisis.
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Market update: ‘Brexit’
27 June 2016
In a move that surprised investors, the British people voted to exit the European Union (EU). We understand that some of you may be worried about the impact of the UK referendum result on your super.
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Federal Budget 2016 brings changes to super
5 May 2016
The Federal Budget for 2016/17 was announced on Tuesday 3 May, bringing with it a significant number of changes to the superannuation system. To help you find out how the 2016 Budget changes may affect you, we have outlined the key proposals relating to super.
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An update from CareSuper regarding CommInsure
8 April 2016
In March 2016 CareSuper became aware of allegations surrounding the claims management practices of its insurance provider, CommInsure. The CareSuper executive team and a committee of the Board have met with senior management at CommInsure to obtain answers and assurances for our members.
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Message from Julie Lander, CareSuper CEO, regarding CommInsure
8 March 2016
We are deeply concerned by the recent allegations about the claims management practices of Commonwealth Bank’s insurance arm, CommInsure, which is CareSuper’s current insurance provider. Read CareSuper's full response here.
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Will the recent market volatility affect your super?
21 January 2016
There has been extensive media coverage recently about the negative movement in the Australian and global share markets since the New Year. We explore the factors causing this heightened volatility, as well as the importance of diversification to help reduce investment risk.
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CareSuper expands Client Partnership team and opens new Canberra office
20 January 2016
In response to continued growth, CareSuper has realigned and expanded its Client Partnership team. The new-look team features six additional staff as well as a new office in the ACT.
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Money magazine judges CareSuper a triple winner in Best of the Best 2016
8 December 2015
The coveted Money magazine awards are in for 2016 – and CareSuper has been judged ‘Best of the Best’ in three key superannuation categories.
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CareSuper scoops Choice Super of the Year
16 October 2015
CareSuper has won Choice Super of the Year 2016 at the SuperRatings Awards
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CareSuper’s investment performance for the 2014/15 financial year
24 August 2015
CareSuper has delivered another year of strong investment returns for our members for the 12 months to 30 June 2015. This includes a double-digit annual return of 10.76% for the Balanced (MySuper) option.
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Discounted online tax service available for CareSuper members
20 July 2015
Do you need help getting your tax sorted?
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2015 Federal Budget overview and other key information
15 May 2015
Wondering how the 2015 Federal Budget might affect you? Take a look at the announcements relating to the super system, some overall Budget highlights and other key information below.
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CareSuper demonstrates ‘integrity’ with Chant West award win
8 May 2015
CareSuper has won Chant West’s ‘Best Fund: Integrity Award’, which recognises funds for doing the right thing by their members…
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CareSuper delivers lower costs for members with reduced buy–sell spreads
1 December 2014
CareSuper reduces its buy–sell spreads for Managed and Asset Class investment options.
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CareSuper wins Industry Fund of the Year two years running
26 August 2014
CareSuper has been named Industry Fund of the Year for the second consecutive year at the Smart Investor Blue Ribbon Awards 2014.
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SMSF wind up service now available through our partnership with Crowe Horwath
14 August 2014
We’ve partnered with Crowe Horwath, one of Australia’s largest accounting and financial advisory firms to offer an SMSF wind up service for members wishing to roll their super savings into CareSuper.
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CareSuper investment returns for 2013/14
29 July 2014
Read more about CareSuper’s investment returns for the 2013/14 financial year
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CareSuper website is now mobile ready
29 May 2014
Our website has been mobile optimised, meaning it’s now even easier for you to check in on your super.
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2014 Federal Budget – how does it affect super members?
21 May 2014
Take a look at our overview of the 2014/15 Federal Budget and see how it impacts superannuation and retirement.
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Plan your super future with new online calculators
7 May 2014
CareSuper has made it easier to plan for the future with a range of new online superannuation planning calculators, developed by Industry Fund Services.
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Market wrap – investment commentary March quarter 2014
30 April 2014
Read on to find out how markets around the world performed over the March quarter.
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Support the ‘Keep super fair’ campaign
15 April 2014
CareSuper is encouraging our members and employers to support the ‘Keep super fair’ campaign and urge the Federal Government to retain the low income super contribution (LISC).
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Change of Chair and Deputy Chair for CareSuper
11 March 2014
The CareSuper Board has appointed Member Director Cate Wood as its new Chair, effective 5 March 2014. Employer Director David Michaelis has been appointed Deputy Chair.
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CareSuper rated Platinum for MySuper product
27 February 2014
Learn more about why CareSuper’s MySuper product was recently awarded a Platinum rating by independent super research company SuperRatings.
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Responsible investing through tobacco divestment
7 February 2014
CareSuper is focused on responsible investing that generates competitive returns in line with sound environmental, social and governance practices.
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Market wrap – investment commentary
29 January 2014
Read on to find out how markets around the world performed over the December quarter.
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What MySuper means for members and employers
20 January 2014
Now that MySuper is officially up and running, let’s take a closer look at what it will mean for both members and employers.
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CareSuper wins SelectingSuper’s ‘Retirement Product of the Year – Value Choice’ award.
9 December 2013
CareSuper has won the ‘Retirement Product of the Year – Value Choice’ award at the 2013 SelectingSuper Awards.
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Don’t get scammed - tips for keeping your super safe
25 November 2013
Find out what steps you can take to keep your super safe
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CareSuper achieves 10 year platinum rating
29 October 2013
CareSuper was recently awarded a 10 year platinum rating by independent super research company SuperRatings.
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Market wrap – get the latest investment commentary
21 October 2013
Read on to find out how markets around the world performed over the September quarter.
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CareSuper wins ‘Industry super fund of the year’ award
30 August 2013
We have won ‘Industry super fund of the year’ at the Smart Investor Awards 2013.
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Important information for members invested in the Capital Guaranteed option
8 July 2013
From 1 July 2013, the investment return for the Capital Guaranteed option will be changing to 0.86% p.a.
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Changes to low balance protection
30 May 2013
From 1 July 2013, CareSuper will no longer rebate fees deducted from members’ accounts, even if the member’s balance is less than $1000. Read more about these changes here.
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2013 Federal Budget update: what’s in it for super members?
17 May 2013
On Tuesday 14 May 2013, the Federal Government announced its proposed Budget for the 2013/14 financial year. Read a summary of the super-related changes here.
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CareSuper has received authorisation to offer a MySuper product
2 May 2013
We are pleased to announce that CareSuper has received authorisation to offer a MySuper product.
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Market wrap – get the latest investment commentary
30 April 2013
Read on to find out how markets around the world performed over the March quarter.
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Market commentary - December quarter 2012
30 January 2013
Read on to find out how markets around the world performed over the December quarter.
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CareSuper wins Money magazine’s 2013 ‘Best of the Best’ award for ‘Best growth super fund’
16 January 2013
CareSuper has won the ‘Best growth super fund’ category in Money magazine’s ‘Best of the Best awards’ for 2013. This is the second year in a row that CareSuper’s Alternative Growth investment option has received the award.
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VALE MICHAEL O’SULLIVAN
14 January 2013
Directors and staff are deeply saddened by the passing on 7 January 2013 of Michael O’Sullivan, CareSuper Director since February 1996.
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Getting in touch with us over Christmas and New Year
21 December 2012
If you need to contact CareSuper during the festive season, we’ll be available to help you with your super.
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Coming soon: an enhanced Direct Investment option for CareSuper members
6 December 2012
From mid-December 2012, CareSuper members will be able to enjoy a range of exciting enhancements to the Direct Investment option. The enhancements will improve the way members manage their Direct Investment option account as well as provide access to term deposits and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
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CareSuper wins SelectingSuper awards for 2012
9 November 2012
The annual SelectingSuper Awards recognise the best superannuation and retirement providers in the country.
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Welcome to transferring Asset members and employers
29 October 2012
We’re delighted to welcome transferring Asset members and employers to CareSuper. On 27 October 2012 Asset’s super and pension members and their account balances transferred into CareSuper, giving them access to an enhanced range of benefits and services in a bigger and stronger merged fund.
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Lower fees and enhanced insurance
24 October 2012
On 27 October 2012 CareSuper will merge with Asset to form a bigger and stronger fund. For Asset members this means access to many benefits CareSuper members already enjoy. Previous CareSuper members will also see improvements brought about by our increased size.
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Good news for members: we’re reducing our investment buy–sell spreads
18 October 2012
As part of our upcoming merger with Asset Super, we’ve been able to use our increasing size and purchasing power to achieve immediate wins for our members. This includes reducing the buy–sell spreads on some of our investment options, effective Wednesday 24 October 2012.
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Market commentary – September quarter 2012
17 October 2012
Read on to find out how markets around the world performed over the September quarter.
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Important information for members invested in the Capital Guaranteed investment option.
15 October 2012
From 1 October 2012, the investment return for the Capital Guaranteed option is currently 0.41% p.a. for super members, and 0.45% p.a. for Pension members.
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Media release: Asset Super and CareSuper merger given the go-ahead
31 August 2012
Industry super funds Asset Super and CareSuper today announced they have formally agreed to merge on 26 October 2012.
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CareSuper’s investment returns for 2011/12
8 August 2012
Despite a year of unpredictable economic conditions around the world, our Balanced option has delivered a return of 2.1% after fees and taxes for the 2011/12 financial year.
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Market commentary – June quarter 2012
25 July 2012
Over the June quarter, the outlook for Europe deteriorated quickly, reversing some of the gains of the March quarter. Inconclusive election results in Greece led to a stalemate, as parties were unable to agree on how to form government. This increased investor concerns about the stability of the European Union (EU) and the potential for adverse impacts on European banks, particularly for peripheral countries.
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Super news update
30 June 2012
The latest ‘Super headlines’ (Changing face of super) is now available on Money Mentor. Super headlines bring you the latest news in super each quarter to keep you informed on any changes that might affect you.
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Stay informed with ‘Super headlines’
20 June 2012
You can now stay updated on changes to super with a new addition to Money Mentor, available through the CareSuper website. This new feature, Super headlines, will provide information on recent changes to super and how they might affect you.
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Market commentary – March quarter 2012
18 May 2012
The March quarter saw a strong start to the calendar year for markets against a background of mixed economic data. The US economy had a strong start to the year, buoyed by generally positive economic data which continues to give weight to the US recovery story. However, positive news from the US continues to be contrasted by ongoing concerns about a slowdown in China and a possible recession in Europe.
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2012 Federal Budget update – what’s in it for super members?
10 May 2012
On Tuesday 8 May 2012, the Federal Government announced its Budget for the 2012/13 financial year, which included a few changes to super.
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CareSuper announces changes to the Board
30 March 2012
The CareSuper Board has appointed Employer Director Sandy Grant as Chairman and Member Director Cate Wood as Deputy Chair. These appointments are in line with CareSuper’s constitution, which provides for employer and member directors to nominate the chair on a two-year rotational basis.
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Market commentary - December quarter 2011
30 January 2012
Performance of financial markets over the December quarter was driven by a strong performance in October, where financial markets experienced one of the largest intra-month rallies on record. This rally was largely due to news of the European Central Bank pledging €1 trillion to help stabilise European financial institutions and a strong start to the US reporting season.
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CareSuper receives top ratings by Chant West
13 January 2012
CareSuper has received Chant West’s top ratings for 2012 for both the super and pension funds. Chant West’s 5 Apples is the highest rating a super fund can receive for their super and pension products.
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Season's greetings
22 December 2011
From the team at CareSuper, we’d like to wish you a happy and safe holiday season and we look forward to helping you with your super in 2012.
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CareSuper launches its Direct Investment option
21 December 2011
CareSuper has launched a new investment option: the Direct Investment option. The Direct Investment option is designed for members who want to take an active role managing their super investment and gives them access to the Australian shares of their choice through their super account. It is supported by a platform provided by Macquarie Investment Management Limited.
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Market commentary - September quarter 2011
5 December 2011
While the US reporting season in early July was generally positive, it was consumed again by negative macroeconomic news for the remainder of the September quarter.
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Update on equity market volatility
15 November 2011
Over the past couple of weeks, many headlines have focused on the political situation in Greece, and more recently Italy. With European leaders becoming more and more frustrated with the politics of both countries, and financial markets expressing dismay at the lack of action, both have felt the full wrath of market action as they ‘fiddle while Rome burns.’
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CareSuper wins SelectingSuper Personal Super Product of the Year and makes the finalist list of five categories
8 November 2011
On 4 November 2011, Rainmaker presented the SelectingSuper Awards to their best super funds in Australia, all of which have already earned the AAA SelectingSuper quality assessment rating.
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CareSuper offers contribution splitting to members
3 November 2011
CareSuper members can now apply to transfer (or split) their employer and salary sacrifice (before-tax) super contributions to their spouse’s super account.
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CareSuper awarded top rating for the eighth time
27 October 2011
CareSuper has been recognised as the Top Rated Retail/Personal fund for the eighth time by the Heron Partnership, and awarded six Heron Quality Stars for its main accumulation product – the Industry fund – for 2011/12 which is great news for the fund’s 200,000 members.
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CareSuper wins silver medal in Your Money Magazine’s Super of the Year awards
25 October 2011
CareSuper has been awarded Super Fund of the Year silver medallist by Your Money Magazine. In this inaugural review of Australian super funds, the magazine looked at long-term performance, fees and insurance offerings.
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Protecting your privacy
19 October 2011
You may be aware of media coverage of another superannuation fund’s member data being accessed online without the members’ authorisation. CareSuper understands the importance of protecting our members’ rights to privacy, and we have a number of measures in place to ensure that our members’ personal information remains confidential.
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Income protection cover with CareSuper now costs less
18 October 2011
CareSuper has negotiated lower premium rates for income protection cover with our insurer, CommInsure. This means it now costs you less to have income protection cover.
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Market update
14 September 2011
Last month, uncertain economic conditions contributed to volatile returns in share markets around the world. In this article, you’ll learn more detail about some of the factors that are causing widespread uncertainty, and find out how CareSuper is making investment decisions for the long-term in response to the current market conditions.
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Asset Super and CareSuper commence merger discussions
2 September 2011
Joint statement by David Michaelis, Chairman of Asset Super, and Michael O’Sullivan, Chairman of CareSuper
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CareSuper’s investment returns for the 2010/11 financial year
24 August 2011
CareSuper has delivered a strong, double-digit return of 10.2% for the Balanced option – where most of our members are invested – for the financial year to 30 June 2011.
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Update on equity market volatility
17 August 2011
Stocks around the world fell sharply last week on intensifying investor concerns about a slowdown in global economic growth and Europe’s ongoing debt crisis, centred now on Italy and Spain. Adding to this was news that one of the pre-eminent global ratings agencies, Standard and Poors, lowered the United States’ (US) long-term credit rating from AAA to AA+ with a negative outlook.
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Market Commentary - June Quarter 2011
19 July 2011
After a solid start to the quarter on the back of a strong US reporting season, global investors were reminded of how fragile market sentiment can be, when several events shook markets midway through the quarter.
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Government flood levy – how it impacts super
6 July 2011
The government has introduced a temporary flood levy on income for the 2011/12 financial year only, to help rebuild communities affected by recent natural disasters.
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What are unlisted assets and how does CareSuper use them to grow your super?
22 June 2011
There’s been a lot of talk about unlisted assets in the media lately – in particular, the level of exposure that super funds have to such assets. This article will help you understand the advantages and disadvantages of unlisted assets and why CareSuper has chosen to invest in this particular asset class.
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Proposed Government super contribution payment for low income earners
20 June 2011
If you earn $37,000 a year or less*, here’s some good news for your super
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The contradiction between interest rates and economic growth
15 June 2011
At the moment, if you are following the financial news, you will have noticed an apparent conundrum being played out between the disappointing economic growth numbers, both locally and globally, and speculation that interest rates are about to move up a notch (some commentators are predicting a move in the near future, others are predicting a hike towards the end of the year – but the timing is a bit inconsequential).
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Giaan Rooney joins CareSuper as brand ambassador
6 June 2011
CareSuper is pleased to announce that Giaan Rooney – former Olympic swimmer and current Channel 9 TV personality – has been appointed the fund’s brand ambassador. Giaan’s primary role as ambassador in the new campaign – why should you care – is to get young people to care about their super.
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2011 Federal Budget – how it affects members
12 May 2011
On Tuesday 10 May the Government announced its 2011 Federal Budget.
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CareSuper chairman wins Trustee of the Year Award
13 April 2011
Our congratulations go to Michael O’Sullivan, Chairman of the CareSuper Board, for winning the 2011 Trustee of the Year Award. The award, presented by the Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees, recognises the important role that trustees play in the Australian superannuation sector.
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CareSuper wins Investment Stewardship Award for 2011
24 March 2011
CareSuper has capped off a fantastic year by winning the Investment Stewardship Award at the Melbourne Financial Services Symposium (MFSS) Gala Dinner for 2011. The award is presented to the super fund judged to be a leader on a number of criteria including investment performance, risk management and investment philosophy.
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Events in Japan
17 March 2011
As we grapple with the human consequences of the tragedy unfolding in Japan, it pays to pause a little to understand the economic consequences as well as the financial impacts on investment markets.
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Meet your Money Mentor today!
11 March 2011
If you often feel that you should know more about your finances, or be more involved, then Money Mentor is for you. Money Mentor is a new addition to the CareSuper website with 12 different topics showing you ways to take control of your finances.
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CareSuper executive wins Super Marketer of the year by AIST
8 February 2011
CareSuper’s General Manager of Marketing & Client Services, Peter Theodorakopoulos, was recently awarded the Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustee’s (AIST) Super Marketing Award for Excellence 2010.
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CareSuper awarded ‘Top Rated Personal Product’
2 February 2011
CareSuper has been recognised by the Heron Partnership as the top super fund for 2011 out of 120 personal products assessed. It is the seventh time that CareSuper has been judged winner of the six star award assessed by the group.
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Information for CareSuper members and employers affected by the QLD and NSW floods
14 January 2011
The recent floods in QLD and NSW have had a major impact on many Australians. Find out about your options, and who to contact for more support.
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Error in ‘The Australian’
13 January 2011
Mention of a merger between CareSuper and First State Super in the 13 January 2011 article ‘The brave new world of superannuation’ in ‘The Australian’ is a journalistic error.
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Brisbane office closure
12 January 2011
The Brisbane office is closed due to flooding in the Brisbane CBD.
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CareSuper wins Best Accumulation Fund Manager in Money magazine’s 2011 Best of the Best awards
17 December 2010
CareSuper continues its award-winning season by winning the Best Accumulation Fund Manager in Money magazine’s 2011 Best of the Best awards.
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CareSuper wins SelectingSuper Fund of the Year Award for 2010
13 December 2010
As the 2010 SelectingSuper Fund of the Year Award winner, CareSuper was recognised as the super fund that outperformed in the areas of administration, communication, investment returns, service range and fees.
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Investment update
2 December 2010
Financial markets had a positive start to the 2010/11 financial year with sentiment improving in response to the recovery from the global financial crisis (GFC). While the US Federal Reserve continues to provide financial stimulus to the US economy, which has offered a positive backdrop for global shares, Australia, despite being in a relatively strong position, has struggled to match the gains of other developed countries.
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CareSuper wins SuperRatings Super of the Year award for 2011
14 October 2010
CareSuper has won the SuperRatings Super of the Year award for 2011. This award is presented to the super fund that provides the best value to its members in the accumulation phase of superannuation.
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We've moved
27 August 2010
Our Brisbane office has moved. For the new details please visit our contact page or see this news article.
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CareSuper's returns for 2009/10
6 August 2010
CareSuper has declared a rate of 8.9% for the superannuation Balanced option for the year to 30 June 2010.
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2010 Federal Government changes – effective 1 July 2010
5 July 2010
While many of the measures announced in the 2010 Budget have not yet been legislated, there are a number of other changes effective 1 July 2010 that are worth noting.
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Market wrap
1 July 2010
After a strong first half of the 2009/10 financial year, uncertainty surrounding the global recovery has seen the market struggle in the second half, in particular the last two months.
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Superannuation - don’t lose sight of the big picture
13 April 2010
On 15 September 2008, American investment bank Lehman Brothers filed for bankruptcy, sending shockwaves through already fragile global markets. The reaction of stock markets around the world in response was predictable, although Lehman Brothers collapsing wasn’t necessarily.
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CareSuper has its members covered
15 March 2010
CareSuper, the 200,000 member industry fund for administrative and professional employees, has announced that in developing an improved insurance offering, which is effective from 15 March, its death & TPD insurance design will differentiate the needs of young members from those who are more likely to have greater financial commitments and dependants.
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We’ve got more than super covered
1 March 2010
CareSuper, the $3.8 billion industry fund for professional and administrative people is proud to announce the availability of a new range of general insurance products for its members.
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Interest rates – why are they going up and how far are they likely to go?
27 January 2010
Superannuation is invested in local and global equity markets, bond markets, cash and property, as well as assets with longer time horizons such as infrastructure and other alternative investments.
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Season's greetings from CareSuper
24 December 2009
From the team at CareSuper, we’d like to wish you a happy and safe holiday season and we look forward to helping you with your super in 2010.
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Responsible investing
14 December 2009
CareSuper believes that companies which act responsibly within the community will perform better over the longer term.
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SuperRatings’ Pension Platinum Rating awarded to CareSuper
4 December 2009
Following the recent release of SuperRatings’ super product ratings for 2010, CareSuper is one of only a limited number of funds awarded SuperRatings’ prestigious Pension Platinum Rating.
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CareSuper wins two top super awards by SelectingSuper
20 November 2009
CareSuper has been awarded the 2009 Long-Term Performance Excellence Award and the Workplace Super Product of the Year – Value Choice, by leading independent industry researcher, SelectingSuper.
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CareSuper receives 5 Year Platinum Performance Award by SuperRatings
16 November 2009
CareSuper was awarded a SuperRatings 5 Year Platinum Performance Award and described as a ‘best value for money’ Fund in the latest Fundamentals report issued by SuperRatings.
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Balanced Fund once again out performs
11 September 2009
The Trustee of CareSuper has declared a crediting rate of -9.5% for the Superannuation Balanced Fund Option for the year to June 30, 2009.
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CareSuper rated the number 1 fund for 5th consecutive year
4 August 2009
The Heron Partnership has recognised CareSuper with a new six star award, having for the fifth time ranked the CareSuper Industry Fund as the top rated fund of the 146 personal super funds in its 2009 survey
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Investment update
19 May 2009
Over the past 18 months financial markets have been through one of the most tumultuous periods in living memory with the impact on investment returns well documented.
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Proposed Federal budget changes to super from 2009/10
18 May 2009
The announcement of the 2009/10 Federal Budget may impact the superannuation industry in a number of areas.
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Revised insurance form
14 May 2009
The insurance application form in the print copy of the 9 March 2009 Member Guide Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) does not list all Income Protection units available to you.
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CareSuper awarded SuperRating’s Pension Platinum rating for 2nd year running
7 May 2009
SuperRatings has again awarded the CareSuper Pension the prestigious Platinum rating for 2009.
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Superannuation guarantee late payment offset
5 May 2009
A super laws update for CareSuper employers.
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2008 – a trying time or an opportunity?
13 March 2009
As we are all aware, 2008 was a tumultuous year culminating with many of the major economies falling into recession.
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You get more out of seeing a CareSuper IFFP Financial Planner.
11 March 2009
A recent independent report conducted through Rice Warner Actuaries has revealed that financial advice provided by IFFP delivered up to 6 times better net value than commission based advice.
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Market update 2008
6 March 2009
Super is an investment in your future. After all, it’s your money that will pay for your lifestyle in retirement.
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Capital Guaranteed reopens
19 December 2008
The Capital Guaranteed Option in the Industry, Personal and Pension Fund has been re-opened. This follows the agreement of AMP Life to allow further investment by CareSuper into its Capital Guaranteed product.
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Cash Option: Name change to Capital Secure
19 December 2008
The trustees of CareSuper have taken the decision to rename the Cash Asset Class Option to the Capital Secure Option. This is to provide greater clarity about the assets held within the option.
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What do the recent interest rate cuts mean to investors?
18 December 2008
On the 2 December 2008 the Reserve Bank of Australia cut interest rates a full percentage point to bring the cash rate to 4.25%, its lowest level in seven years.
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Investment talk
17 October 2008
Are there easy gains to be made after the financial turmoil?
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CareSuper's new look for 2008
20 September 2008
With a fresh new look and simpler design, CareSuper has made it even easier for members and employers to access the information they need.
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Capital Guaranteed option suspended
22 August 2008
The CareSuper Capital Guaranteed investment option in both the Industry fund and the Pension fund has been suspended as at 22 August 2008 and will not accept further contributions at this time.
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The story behind the 2007/08 returns
15 August 2008
CareSuper Balanced option returns -4.5% for the 2007/08 financial year
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CareSuper rated the number 1 fund for 3rd year running
1 July 2008
The Heron Partnership has for the third time ranked the CareSuper Industry Plan as the number 1 fund of the 120 retail superannuation funds in their 2008 survey.
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An update on market volatility
24 January 2008
The start of 2008 has been marked by an increase in share market volatility, largely due to the US sub-prime mortgage issues and concerns about the general state of the US economy.
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Market update – listed property trusts’ recent volatility
15 January 2008
How has this impacted on CARE Super’s investment portfolio?
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