Find out about how the various industry bodies work for your super.
Industry Super Network for the industry super movement
Industry Super Network (ISN) is an umbrella organisation for Industry SuperFunds. ISN coordinates projects on behalf of a number of Industry SuperFunds with the objective of maximising the retirement savings of over five million Industry SuperFund members. Take a look at the latest news section of this website to learn more about the policy and research work undertaken by ISN.
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ME Bank for industry super fund members
ME Bank is a 100% Australian owned, APRA regulated Bank. Established by industry super funds - the same people who brought you low cost, no commission super. ME Bank was proudly built to provide a genuine banking alternative - a fairer way to bank.
The industry super fund and union movements' hard-fought principles of fairness and collective benefit are at the very heart of ME Bank's business. And because they're owned by industry super funds, their profits go back to them for their members, to help working Australians enjoy a better quality of life in retirement.
In 1994, ME Bank started by offering lower home loan rates that had previously only been available to those who could arford large loans or were able to negotiate better deals. They've stayed true to their heritage and continue to grow by giving everyday Australians, who are members of industry super funds, real service, genuine respect and competitive products.
ME Bank's products are straightforward, easy-to-understand and transparent. You know what you're getting and that you can trust them. Because there are no hidden costs and no bank jargon. In fact, they've kept their standard variable rate home loan for industry super fund members below that of the 'big four' banks for every month, every year, since they became a bank in 2001.
ME Bank offers a range of products which can be tailored to suit your needs, many with additional benefits and savings for members of industry super funds and unions. Click here for further information and to see if you're eligible.
ME Bank has Workplace and Mobile Banking Managers located around Australia, who are available to visit you at a time that's convenient. They offer face-to-face banking services to employees in the workplace, or even at home. If you would like to arrange an appointment at your home or work call
13 15 63 or visit mebank.com.au
Australian Council of Superannuation Investors for governance expertise
The Australian Council of Superannuation Investors (ACSI) provides independent research and advice to superannuation funds on the environmental, social and corporate governance risk of companies in which they invest.
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AUSfund for unclaimed super
To find your lost super you need look no further than AUSfund, Australia’s market leading eligible rollover fund (ERF). More than 60 funds, including retail and corporate funds, nominate AUSfund as their preferred ERF. The fund continues to win plaudits from the key external ratings agencies that monitor the ERF sector.
For the third consecutive year AUSfund was recognised by SuperRatings with a prestigious Platinum Award and was again named ERF of the Year, among numerous other awards.
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Superpartners
As the largest superannuation administrator in Australia, Superpartners sees the partnership with the industry super movement as the foundation of its business.
Superpartners services and manages:
- over six million member accounts
- 687,000 employer accounts
- over $75 billion in funds under administration.
There are more than 1,500 people in the Superpartners team, offices in every capital city, and a fund team structure comprising specialist customer service consultants with a sound knowledge and appreciation of clients’ products and services.
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Mother’s Day Classic
Walk or run in the annual Mother’s Day Classic with family and friends, and help raise money for breast cancer research. Breast cancer strikes one in nine Australian women. The Mother’s Day Classic gives you the chance to make a difference to the lives of those women. Since 1998, more than $4.4 million has been raised for the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s research programs.
The Mother’s Day Classic, one of Australia’s leading charity events, is organised by Women in Super - a national network of women in the superannuation and finance industries - and proudly sponsored by ME Bank. It is held in most major cities and many regional areas.
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Superfriend
Taking care of yourself isn’t just about staying physically fit. It’s equally important to look after your mental health. Having a healthier lifestyle – physically and mentally – helps you cope better with the stresses of everyday life as well as unexpected changes and events. This is where SuperFriend, the Industry Funds Forum Mental Health Foundation, can help.
SuperFriend works with Industry SuperFunds to provide members, employers and workplaces with information about improving and maintaining mental health and wellbeing.
SuperFriend can provide you with easy to understand information about mental health and mental illness, tips on how to create a supportive work environment and importantly, where to find reliable help if you or someone you know needs assistance.
The SuperFriend website is home to a range of information and resources to help you understand, improve and maintain your mental health. Browse the SuperFriend website and find out about:
- Easy ways to improve your mental health and wellbeing;
- Strategies for developing a healthier workplace for you, your work mates and/or your employees;
- Facts about mental health and mental illness;
- People’s stories of recovery and inspiration;
- Where to seek reliable help and support.
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