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Statement on APRA court proceedings against Co-Chair, Michael O’Connor
September 6th, 2024
We have been informed that APRA has initiated court proceedings against Mr Michael O’Connor. As this matter is before the Federal Court, it would not be proper for us to offer any further comment on these proceedings or the subject matter of these proceedings.
First Super welcomes new Board appointment
September 5th, 2022
Ms. Casey Thompson has joined the board of First Super, replacing longstanding trustee Frank Vari. First Super CEO Bill Watson thanked Mr. Vari for his diligent service to fund members and welcomed Ms. Thompson as a Trustee. “Casey Thompson is an outstanding addition to our board and her new role demonstrates the ongoing renewal and […]
30 years of super changing lives in Coffs Harbour
July 18th, 2022
On the 30th Anniversary of Australia’s compulsory superannuation system, First Super has released data showing that its Coffs Harbour members who joined the fund in 1992 have an average account balance of $163,443 – above the national average for superannuation accounts of $106,162*. First Super comes out of the furniture, pulp and paper and timber […]
30 years of super changing lives in Latrobe Valley
July 18th, 2022
On the 30th Anniversary of Australia’s compulsory superannuation system, First Super has released data showing that its Latrobe Valley members who joined the fund in 1992 have an average account balance of $251,976 – above the national average for superannuation accounts of $106,162*. First Super comes out of the furniture, pulp and paper and timber […]
30 years of super changing lives in northern Tasmania
July 18th, 2022
On the 30th Anniversary of Australia’s compulsory superannuation system, First Super has released data showing that its northern Tasmanian members who joined the fund in 1992 have an average account balance of $172,345 – above the national average for superannuation accounts of $106,162*. First Super comes out of the furniture, pulp and paper and timber […]
30 years of super changing lives in Mt Gambier
July 18th, 2022
On the 30th Anniversary of Australia’s compulsory superannuation system, First Super has released data showing that its Mt Gambier members who joined the fund in 1992 have an average account balance of $190,277 – above the national average for superannuation accounts of $106,162*. First Super comes out of the furniture, pulp and paper and timber […]
Compulsory super transforms lives
July 4th, 2022
One in ten members of First Super who joined the fund in 1992 currently have a balance greater than $295,000. And with some of these members as young as 47, some balances at retirement are expected to exceed $1 million. On the 30th anniversary of the introduction of compulsory super payments on wages today, First […]
Michelle Boucher joins First Super as Deputy CEO
April 8th, 2021
Superannuation industry leader Michelle Boucher joins First Super this week as Deputy CEO, taking on responsibility for business development and marketing and communications functions. Previously Michelle Boucher worked in executive positions at Cbus Super, between 2013 and earlier this year. Prior to Cbus Michelle worked at Emergency Services and State Super. At Cbus Michelle held […]
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Online brand research survey
July 30th, 2025
First Super conducts reviews of the Fund’s marketing activities to ensure we’re always acting in members’ best financial interests. As part of this, we’re conducting an online brand research survey through an external provider, BlissPoint Research (ABN 85 591 187 589). The survey will run from Friday 1 August to Friday 15 August 2025 and […]
Watch out for pushy sales tactics about moving your super
July 4th, 2025
The financial watchdog ASIC has issued a warning to look out for sales calls or click bait advertising to pressure people to switch their super into another fund, or risky investments. In some cases, this has resulted in people being pushed into moving their super to higher-risk, lower performing super investments, and charging unnecessary fees, […]
Changes to your super in 25/26: how you could be better off
May 21st, 2025
The start of the financial year 2025/26 will see some important changes to super. Here we explain how these changes could affect you, as well as how to make the most of them. Most people will see a boost to their retirement savings From 1 July, the rate of compulsory super (known as the Superannuation […]
Boost your super before 30 June
May 21st, 2025
With the end of the financial year approaching, it’s worth checking how you can maximise your super. The good news is, it’s not too late in the tax year to make some changes to boost your retirement savings. Here are some things you can do before June 30. Check your employer is paying compulsory super […]
Supporting our members through times of crisis
March 11th, 2025
If you’ve been affected by Cyclone Alfred in Queensland and New South Wales, you may be wondering if you can withdraw some of your super early to pay for expenses during this crisis. The early release of your super is only possible in very specific circumstances. More information about this is below, but there are […]
Mid-year investment update 2024/25
February 24th, 2025
Large enough to perform, small enough to care. First Super had a great first half of the 2024/25 financial year. Our fund passed the $5 billion mark and again delivered strong investment results for our members. It’s easy to see why our members are satisfied. On average, members who call us wait less than 58 […]
Investment update – September quarter 2024
November 11th, 2024
Here’s a summary of what’s been happening in the investment world and how it affects your superannuation (your retirement savings). Inflation is being reigned in Central banks in different countries have been working to control inflation (the rise in prices). Their efforts are starting to work in some countries, keeping inflation within a safe range […]