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Member support

We understand that life may not go as we expect and at times, you may require extra care and support.

We’re committed to helping all our members with empathy and compassion, including those who are experiencing financial difficulties or domestic violence, First Nations members, and members whose first language is not English.

If you need assistance of any kind, contact our Member Services team through email, phone or live chat.

Extra support services

We’ve put together a list of independent specialist services and resources available for you when you need them.

Financial Assistance

You may be able to access part of your super on compassionate grounds or if you are experiencing financial hardship.

Here are some other services who may be able to help assist with financial stress:

National Debt Helpline

Provide free, independent financial counselling services nationwide.

Phone: 1800 007 007

Website: www.ndh.org.au

MoneySmart (ASIC)

Provided by the Government MoneySmart offer tools, tips, and calculators to help manage money and plan finances.

Website: www.moneysmart.gov.au

Domestic and Family Violence Support

1800RESPECT

A National sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service for any Australian who is experiencing or at risk of domestic or family violence and or sexual assault.

Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7)

Website: www.1800respect.org.au

Safe Steps

Crisis response for women and children experiencing family violence, providing immediate confidential assistance for individuals in high-risk situations. Also provide multilingual support.

Phone: 1800 015 188 (24/7)

Website: www.safesteps.org.au

Mental Health and Emotional Support

Lifeline Australia

24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention service.

Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)

Website: www.lifeline.org.au

Beyond Blue

Support for anxiety, depression, and mental health issues.

Phone: 1300 22 4636

Website: www.beyondblue.org.au

Support for First Nations Peoples

13 YARN

Free, culturally safe crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Phone: 13 92 76 (24/7)

Website: www.13yarn.org.au

Aboriginal Legal Services

Provide legal and social support services for First Nations individuals and families across Australia.

Website (national portal): www.natsils.org.au

Elder and Aged Care Support

Elder Abuse

Provide free, confidential support if someone suspects or is experiencing elder abuse.

Helpline Phone: 1800 353 374

Website: www.commonground.org.au

My Aged Care

Government support for aged care services and planning.

Phone: 1800 200 422

Website: www.myagedcare.gov.au

Multicultural and CALD Support

Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National)

24/7 interpreting service for members who speak languages other than English.

Phone: 131 450

Website: www.tisnational.gov.au

SBS Multilingual and Wellbeing Info Hub Website

Health and community information in multiple languages.

Website: www.sbs.com.au/language