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This Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) effective 1 June 2009 was prepared by Media Super Limited ABN 30 059 502 948, AFSL 230254 (Trustee), the trustee of Media Super. The Employer Product Disclosure Statement includes information about of some of your superannuation obligations, risks associated with investing in the Fund, fees and costs that are payable by members, complaints procedures and a summary of benefits available to both employers and members. This PDS applies to all Media Super participating employers. In order for you to become a participating employer, you must complete and send in the Employer Application form attached at the back of the PDS. Throughout this PDS, you will see cross references to the ‘Member PDS’. This refers to the Media Super Member PDS Part 1 and the Media Super Member PDS Part 2 effective 1 June 2009. You should have received a copy of the Media Super Member PDS Part 1 and the Media Super Member PDS Part 2 effective 1 June 2009 together with this PDS. If you did not receive a copy, or if you require more copies free of charge, contact our call centre on 1800 640 886 or visit www.mediasuper.com.au. This PDS will help you compare Media Super with other superannuation funds and help you decide whether or not Media Super will meet your needs. An electronic copy of this PDS and the Member PDS Part 1 and Part 2 are available from 1800 640 886 or visit www.mediasuper.com.au. If you make this PDS available to another person, you must give them the entire electronic file or print out, including the application forms. If you join Media Super, your employees will become members of Media Super.
Consumer Advisory Warning The information in this PDS is general information only. It does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation or particular needs. Before making a decision to invest in Media Super, you should read the Media Super PDS in its entirety to assess whether or not Media Super is appropriate to
Note: Some of the information contained in the Media Super PDS may change from time to time. If there is a materially adverse change, the Trustee will issue a new PDS or a Supplementary PDS. Where a change to the information in the PDS is not materially adverse, the Trustee will provide a written update on the website. You may request a paper copy of any update from the Trustee, who will provide it free of charge. An updated version of the Media Super PDS is available at www.mediasuper.com.au or by phoning1800 640 886.
Further information Upon request to the Trustee, you are entitled to receive further information about Media Super. The Trustee will provide all information it reasonably believes a member would reasonably need to make an informed assessment of the management and financial situation of Media Super. If you require further information, contact us on 1800 640 886 or administration@mediasuper.com.au. The provision of further information may be subject to a charge.
Contact us: General enquiries Mail: Media Super Limited Locked Bag 1229 Wollongong NSW 2500 Phone: 1800 640 886 Fax: 1800 246 707 Email: administration@mediasuper.com.au Website: www.mediasuper.com.au
Visit www.mediasuper.com.au for more information.
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your individual circumstances. We recommend that you also consider obtaining financial advice from a licensed financial adviser. Investment returns are not guaranteed, as all investments carry some risk. Past performance gives no indication of future returns. Financial product advice can only be provided by a financial services
licensee or an authorised representative of a financial services licensee. Unless you hold a financial services licence, you are unable to provide your employees with any financial product advice or recommend any superannuation product to them. All persons featured in this PDS have given their consent, and this consent had not been withdrawn at the time of publication.
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Welcome to Media Super
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Extra benefits for your employees
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Joining Media Super
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Why Media Super? How Media Super looks after you How to become a Media Super employer How do I contribute? What are my responsibilities? What is Super Choice?
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General information
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Super investments and risk Fees and other costs Other important information How to complete the forms
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An Industry Super Fund that looks after you Media Super is governed by a Trustee Board of Directors. As an industry super fund, the Board is made up of an equal number of employer and employee representatives and two independent directors. The current Media Super Board of directors includes representatives from: rinting Industries Association P of Australia – three directors; Fairfax Media Limited – one director;
ive Performance Australia or the L Screen Producers Association of Australia – one director;
Super’s operation) and to act in the best interests of all members and beneficiaries.
Printing Division of the the AMWU – three directors;
The Directors of Media Super (or the organisation they represent) are compensated for the time they spend on the management of Media Super.
Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance – two directors. The role of the directors is to make sure that Media Super is run according to its Trust Deed and Rules (the document that controls Media
From time to time the Trust Deed may need to be amended. If so, all members will be advised. A copy of the Trust Deed is available on request.
About Industry Super Funds Not all super funds are the same. Industry Super Funds are run only to profit members. This means that the fund rewards members with low fees, instead of paying financial planners and sales people commissions on your super. Over a 40-year working life, even small differences in fees can have a huge financial impact.
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Welcome to Media Super The industry super fund for print, media, entertainment and arts professionals.
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Strong Performer Assets:
more than $2.5 billion
Members:
more than 115,000
Employers:
more than 12,000
Welcome to Media Super, the super fund that helps employers look after their employees. Media Super was created on 1 July 2008 as a result of the merger of Print Super and JUST SUPER. Both Print Super and JUST SUPER were established in 1987 and have long histories of low fees and strong investment performance. More than 12,000 employers contribute to Media Super on behalf of their staff. The Fund manages more than $2.5 billion on behalf of more than 115,000 members.
Media Super offers employers: No fees or charges Easy administration, including e-commerce Flexible payment arrangements Personalised service from people who understand your industry Regular communication Workplace education services.
Media Super offers members: Low fees A fund run only to benefit them Strong long-term investment performance Super they can take from job to job 10 investment options Member education Service from an award-winning fund Insurance cover (if eligible).
Excellence gets results Out of 200 super funds that SuperRatings surveys, only 15% are awarded a Platinum rating – the highest rating a super fund can achieve. We’re one of them. SuperRatings is an independent research centre that rates Australia’s superannuation funds, providing independent information on fund services and expert industry analysis and commentary to consumers and the Australian media.
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‘The biggest benef it for us as a company is that it’s a hassle-free superannuation fund. It takes the burden of administration off the company. We use their expertise to manage our employees’ superannuation affairs. They’re run only to prof it members.’ David McKenzie, McPherson’s Printing Group
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Joining Media Super Why Media Super? Media Super works to provide retirement benefits for its members. Members do not have access to their superannuation retirement benefits until they satisfy a condition of release, i.e. reach their preservation age, become totally and permanently disabled, etc. As a member of Media Super, your employees, or their beneficiaries (if eligible), may receive any one of a number of benefits from the Fund, including: a retirement benefit – paid as a lump sum, unless converted to a pension; a resignation benefit – paid as a lump sum;
If the benefit includes an insured component, the member must satisfy the conditions in the insurance policy and the Insurer must pay the benefit to the Trustee before the insured benefit becomes payable to the member. Benefits and contributions to funds are taxed concessionally. For further information on: preservation age and the conditions of release, see page 15 of Part 1 of the Member PDS;
a total and permanent disablement benefit (may include an insured component) – paid as a lump sum;
insurance benefits and the terms and conditions attached to those benefits, see Part 2 of the Member PDS;
a total and temporary disablement benefit (may include an insured component) – paid in instalments; a terminal illness benefit (may include an insured component) – may be paid either as a pension or lump sum; pension benefit – paid in instalments; transition to retirement benefit – paid in instalments; a death benefit (may include an insured component) – may be paid either as a pension or lump sum to the member’s beneficiaries.
accessing superannuation, see page 15 of Part 1 of
the Member PDS; taxation of benefits and contributions, see page 12 and page 20 of Part 1 of the Member PDS.
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How Media Super looks after you As a Media Super employer, you have a range of services and personalised support at your fingertips. Workplace visits Our Relationship Managers can assist you with all your super questions and administration procedures to help take the hassle out of super for your business. Our consultants can also provide tailored educational workshops or one-on-one meetings for you or your staff. If you receive a lot of questions about super from your staff, this may be useful – or you can promote it as a staff benefit.
Members Equity Bank is also committed to providing: market-leading interest rates; no account-keeping fees; and one-on-one service. So, whether you need finance for new premises or a great return on your surplus cash, Members Equity Bank can help you to build your business with confidence.
Workshops We understand the complexity of planning for a comfortable retirement. That’s why we run workshops covering retirement planning, salary sacrifice, self-employment, investment choice and pensions. To register for a workshop, visit www.mediasuper.com.au/workshops or phone 1800 640 886. Telephone service centre Our friendly staff are available via telephone to solve your super questions. Phone 1800 640 886 weekdays from 8.30am to 5.30pm (AEST). Regular communications We are committed to keeping you updated with information about your account and super changes that are likely to affect your business. We keep in touch through the monthly Contribution Return, regular updates on our website, annual record of contributions, regular newsletters and quarterly e-newsletters.
Online account access Managing your super account is easy with online account access. It’s simple to use and gives you secure access to your account at any time. You can: check your current account balance; view details of contributions since your last statement; enter your staff’s superannuation details into your online account; and make regular payments. You will be registered automatically for this service when you join Media Super.
Website The Media Super website has a range of resources to help you manage your superannuation, including our online education centre, Super Guide, interactive tools and calculators, and forms and publications. Take the time to visit www.mediasuper.com.au and explore the resources available. Low-cost business banking Did you know that Media Super partly owns one of Australia’s fastest-growing banks? Members Equity Bank provides low-cost business banking services to Media Super employers, including: business loans; vehicle and equipment finance; construction loans; and online and term deposits.
Look for Super Hero in this handbook for helpful tips and information Visit www.mediasuper.com.au
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How to become a Media Super employer 1 2 3 4
Complete the Employer application form (available in this PDS). Make sure you have read this PDS before signing.
If Media Super is your default fund, provide a copy of the Standard choice form (available in this PDS) to each member of your staff. To obtain copies, visit www.mediasuper.com.au/contactus or phone 1800 640 886.
Complete the Employee enrolment form (available in this PDS).
Send to Media Super: A. the Employer application form B. the Employee enrolment form C. e ither a completed Membership application form or the full name, address, date of birth, tax file number and employment start date for each staff member receiving a contribution, and D. the first contribution payment. We can arrange personalised assistance with the superannuation arrangements for your business. Please contact us on 1800 640 886 or email administration@mediasuper.com.au.
Who’s eligible to join Media Super? As Media Super is a public-offer fund, any business making superannuation contributions on behalf of its staff can register as an employer with us. Additionally, any member of your staff can become a Media Super member, regardless of their occupation.
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How do I contribute? With four easy-to-use payment options, Media Super gives you the flexibility to choose a method that suits your business.
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EMPLOYEE ENROLMENT FORM omplete your staff’s superannuation details C on the form and post this, along with payment, to Media Super.
NLINE EMPLOYEE ENROLMENT O FORM nter your staff’s superannuation details into E your Media Super online account and make your payment.
PAYROLL LINK ave your electronic payroll converted to a file H containing your staff’s superannuation details. You can then email this to Media Super and make your payment.
MICROSOFT EXCEL™ SPREADSHEET ownload a spreadsheet from the secure D Employer section of the Media Super website and submit your files via www.mediasuper.com.au.
Payments can then be made via: Direct debit If you choose direct debit as your preferred payment method, the correct deduction from your bank account will be triggered automatically when we receive your staff’s superannuation details each payment period. To establish a direct debit agreement with Media Super, fill in the Employer direct debit request form (available in this PDS). EFT
Note: You must provide contribution details online at the same time that you make your payment. If you delay providing this information, it may affect your employees’ Media Super membership entitlements.
EFT allows you to transfer your contribution electronically from your business bank account to Media Super’s account. To establish an EFT agreement with Media Super, contact us on 1800 640 886. Cheque You can make a direct payment by posting a cheque, made out to Media Super, for the total amount payable.
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What are my responsibilities? As an employer, you have legal responsibilities that you must consider regarding superannuation and your employees. Who do I have to contribute for?
HOW DO I MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS?
Legislation requires employers to pay Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contributions for most of their employees into a complying superannuation fund, such as Media Super. You are NOT required to make super payments for employees who are: paid less than $450 (before tax) in a calendar month*; aged 70 years and over (unless the contribution is mandated by an award or certified agreement); aged under 18 years of age and working 30 hours or less per week*; non-residents being paid for work done outside Australia; covered by bilateral superannuation agreements with other countries; senior foreign executives holding certain visas or entry permits; paid to do work of a domestic or private nature for no more than 30 hours per week.
Employer contributions must be made on behalf of your employees while your employees remain in your employment. These include employees who are on:
* Subject to exception under certain awards and agreements.
For more information, visit the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website at www.ato.com.au and access the Superannuation Guarantee decision tool.
Age limits You must contribute to an employee’s super until the employee reaches age 70. Once an employee reaches 70, you are no longer required to contribute to super unless those contributions are mandated under an award or certified agreement. Refer to page 12 for restrictions on receiving employer contributions.
Contractors If you have engaged a person as a contractor, and they: are remunerated wholly or principally for their personal skill and labour; and perform the contractual work personally; and are paid by reference to hours worked, rather than for the amount of work performed, then the contractor is considered as an employee, and you are required to make a super contribution for at least that portion of their contract. Visit www.ato.com.au and access the employer/contractor decision tool for help identifying workers.
annual, sick/carer’s, compassionate or long-service leave; or workers’ compensation, if the employee is performing duties while still injured. These do not include employees who are on: payments made in respect of jury service or accident make-up pay under the provisions of a relevant award or industrial agreement; parental leave; or workers’ compensation payments, where the employee is not performing services. If an employee is absent without pay, generally no employer contributions are payable. If insurance arrangements for an employee who is a member of Media Super are to be maintained while they are on leave, you must provide written confirmation of such authorised leave to Media Super before their last day of paid work.
How much do I have to pay? The SG requires all Australian employers to use Ordinary Time Earnings (OTE) to calculate and pay 9% of each employee’s earnings to their super. However, if your employees are covered by an award or agreement that specifies a higher superannuation contribution than 9% of the employee’s OTE, you must pay the higher amount. Otherwise, you will be in breach of the award or agreement. Maximum earnings base There is a maximum limit on any employee’s earnings base for each quarter of any financial year. You do not have to pay SG contributions for any earnings above this limit. The limit for each quarter in the 2008/09 financial year is $38,180. This limit does not apply to other mandated contributions, such as contributions you pay under an award. For 2009/10 limits, visit the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) at www.ato.gov.au.
TAX You can claim a tax deduction for these contributions. However, any SG contributions must be paid by the quarterly deadline to be eligible for a tax deduction. Some employers allow staff to form a salary sacrifice agreement whereby the employee sacrifices a portion of their pre-tax salary. You then pay that portion directly
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into their super account. If a salary sacrifice agreement is in writing, you can claim a tax deduction for the contribution. A sample agreement is available at www.mediasuper.com.au/employers. Some employers also offer a payroll deduction facility enabling staff to make voluntary after-tax contributions. If you offer this service, amounts should be noted on your Employee enrolment form and included in your monthly payment to Media Super. Any contributions of this type MUST be paid to the employee’s super fund within 28 days of the deduction being made. Please note that super funds cannot accept voluntary after-tax contributions for members who have failed to provide their tax file number (TFN) to the Fund.
COOLING-OFF PERIOD There is a cooling-off period for new employers during which you can withdraw your employer application. You must advise us of your intention to withdraw your application in writing. You have 14 days from: the end of the fifth business day after the date you acquired the product; or 14 days from the date we send confirmation of your application.
Tax File Numbers
Contribution caps
Legislation requires that where a staff member has supplied their TFN to you, you must assume that they have given consent for you to supply it to their superannuation fund.
Your staff should be aware that they are subject to a $50,000 ($25,000 for 2009/10*) concessional contribution cap during the 2008/09 financial year. If they are aged 50 or over, the cap is $100,000 ($50,000 for 2009/10*) during the 2008/09 financial year. This cap includes all employer contributions and salary sacrifice contributions paid by their employer or employers.
You must supply each new staff member’s TFN to us with your next contribution. If the TFN is provided to you less than 14 days before you make the contribution, you must pass the TFN to Media Super within 14 days of receiving it. Failure to meet your TFN responsibilities is a serious offence and attracts penalties. For further information, visit www.ato.gov.au/super.
If your staff exceed the cap, the excess contributions will be taxed at the highest marginal tax rate of 46.5% (including Medicare levy). The excess portion of the contribution will be counted towards your employee’s nonconcessional contribution cap. For 2008/09, your staff are subjected to a $150,000 ($150,000 for 2009/10*) nonconcessional contribution cap per year. If your staff are under age 65, they can bring forward two years of contributions, allowing a limit of up to $450,000 ($450,000 for 2009/10*) over a three-year period.
You can supply TFNs for new and existing staff via:
* These are the proposed May 2009 Federal Budget figures and will apply if the Budget is passed unchanged. However, before the Budget proposal, the contributions caps were: • concessional contribution cap (under age 50) – $55,000; • concessional contribution cap (over age 50 until 30 June 2012) – $100,000; • non-concessional contribution cap – $165,000; • bring forward two years non-concessional contribution cap – $495,000.
your online account; your Employee enrolment form/Contribution advice form; fax to 1800 246 707; or email to administration@mediasuper.com.au You must respect the privacy of staff who quote their TFN to you. Further information about privacy responsibilities can be obtained by phoning the Privacy Commissioner on 1300 363 992 or visiting www.mediasuper.com.au/ employers. Media Super keeps TFNs securely, and uses them only for approved purposes.
Age limit restrictions on making contributions CONTRIBUTION TYPE
member AGE Less than 65
65-69
70-74
75+
Mandated employer contribution1
Accepted without restriction
Accepted without restriction
Accepted without restriction
Accepted without restriction
Additional employer contribution2
Accepted without restriction
Accepted provided member is gainfully employed on at least a part-time3 basis
Accepted provided member is gainfully employed on at least a part-time3 basis
Cannot be accepted4
Voluntary contribution
Accepted without restriction
Accepted provided member is gainfully employed on at least a part-time3 basis
Accepted provided member is gainfully employed on at least a part-time3 basis
Cannot be accepted4
Spouse contribution
Accepted without restriction
Accepted provided the receiving spouse is gainfully employed on at least a part-time3 basis
Cannot be accepted
Cannot be accepted
1. Includes SG (to age 70 only) and contributions stipulated by awards and agreements. 2. Includes additional employer contributions, salary sacrifice contributions and self-employed contributions where a tax deduction has been claimed. 3. Part-time means member must have worked at least 40 hours in 30 consecutive days in the financial year. 4. If member is gainfully employed on at least a part-time basis during the financial year that contributions are made, contributions received on or before the day that is 28 days after the end of the month in which member turns 75 can be accepted.
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What information must I provide to Media Super? Details for new staff members If the new staff member is already a member of Media Super, simply provide their name and Media Super membership number. If they are not already a member of Media Super, you should provide these details for each new staff member to ensure hassle-free allocation of your contributions: full name; full address; date of birth; tax file number; and employment start date. Media Super can only legally accept contributions for members if there is sufficient information to create an account for them and to accurately allocate their contributions to that account. Whilst it is preferable for new members to complete a Media Super Member application form, we can receive contributions for an employee as long as you provide the above information. Once you have provided these details, they will be preprinted on your Employee contribution advice form each payment period or saved within your online account.
TAX DEDUCTIONS You can claim a full tax deduction for super payments you make for employees under the age of 75. Super payments are tax deductable in the financial year in which you pay them. You can also claim a tax deduction for super payments you make for employees aged 75 and over, if you have to make the payments because your employee is under an industrial award, determination or national agreement preserving state awards.
Changes from 1 July 2009 From 1 July 2009, if you make super contributions under a salary sacrifice arrangement or extra super contributions to a super fund for an employee, you may need to report those contributions on your employee’s payment summary. These contributions are called ‘Reportable Employer Super Contributions’ (RESCs). RESCs are those contributions where all of the following apply: Your employee influenced the rate or amount of super you contribute for them. The contributions are additional to the compulsory contributions you must make under the following:
– super guarantee law;
– an industrial agreement;
– the trust deed or governing rules of the Fund; or
– a federal, state or territory law.
RESCs are not included in your employee’s assessable income. However, you must report them to the ATO as part of your payment summary reporting.
When do I have to pay? Legislation requires employers to contribute SG payments at least quarterly, by the following dates:
SG tax-deductibility deadline
SG Statement lodgement dates and payment of SG Charge if contributions not made in time
1 July– 30 September
28 October
28 November
1 October– 31 December
28 January
28 February
1 January– 31 March
28 April
28 May
1 April–30 June
28 July
28 August
Quarter
A new staff member’s first super contribution can be made to Media Super as it falls due, but MUST be made within three months of the date the staff member joined your business. Failure to make the payment within three months will void the staff member’s insurance cover. This could result in possible claims against your business. If you fail to meet the quarterly SG deadline, you are required to provide an SG Statement the following month, and you will have to pay the SG Charge to the ATO. The SG Charge is a non tax-deductible payment, which includes: the SG Shortfall; 10% p.a. interest (calculated on a daily compounding basis); and a $20 administration fee per quarter per member. If you pay the SG contributions after the quarterly deadline but before the employer’s original assessment for that quarter is made, you may elect (by completing the Superannuation Guarantee Charge Statement – a form located on the ATO website) to use those contributions to reduce the amount of the SG Charge that you must pay. An election to use a contribution as an offset can be made in either: a) the first statement for the quarter; or b) within four years after the employer’s original assessment for the quarter is made. Payment after the quarterly SG deadline to Media Super generally does not extinguish your liability to pay the SG Charge to the ATO.
14 Joining Media Super
What is Super Choice? Most employees can choose which fund they pay their super contributions into.
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Employees are generally eligible for choice if they are: covered by Federal awards; not covered by any award or registered agreement; covered by State awards where their employer is a constitutional corporation.
Employees are NOT eligible for choice if they are: members of certain public sector employers; members of certain defined benefit super funds; covered by: – State awards, where their employer is not a constitutional corporation; – certain agreements under the Victorian Employee Relations Act (1992); – a Federal certified agreement, collective agreement, Australian workplace agreement, or ITEA that requires the employer to make superannuation contributions; or – a State agreement made before 27 March 2006 that requires the employer to make superannuation contributions.
Choosing a default fund If any of your employees are eligible for choice, you are required to select a default fund for those employees who do not choose their own fund. This is an important decision, and could make thousands of dollars difference to your employees’ retirement savings. Things you might consider include: ease of administration;
Managing Super Choice for your business 1. Select a default fund. 2. Identify who is eligible to choose, and provide them with a Standard choice form (available in this PDS if Media Super is your default fund) within 28 days of commencement of their employment*. 3. Make sure each employee’s choice is valid. For this, they must supply: a. their account name; b. their member number, or the fund’s Superannuation Product Identification Number (SPIN); c. the fund’s name, contact details and ABN; d. a letter from the fund confirming its complying status; e. confirmation that the fund will accept contributions for the employee; and f. the method of payment required. 4. Activate each employee’s choice within two months of receiving their valid request. 5. Maintain records for five years (in English) that show you have met your obligations, including evidence showing: a. your employees who are not eligible for choice; b. your default fund is a complying fund and meets insurance requirements; c. the Standard choice form has been provided to all eligible employees; d. which super funds your employees have chosen; and e. you have made contributions to your employees’ chosen super funds. * Y ou are also required to provide employees with a Standard choice form within 28 days of: • your becoming aware that the employee has chosen a fund that is no longer an eligible choice fund; • receipt of a written request by an employee for a Standard choice form unless the form has already been given to the employee in the past 12 months; and
fees for members;
• your changing default fund for the employee if the employee is a member of that default fund by virtue of not having made a choice of fund.
long-term investment performance; and
For more information about your responsibilities, visit www.ato.gov.au/super.
education and service. If you are switching from another fund, Media Super is able to assist you with a seamless transfer of your arrangements. Contact us on 1800 640 886. Note: When selecting a default fund, you will need to select a super fund that is a complying fund – a fund that meets minimum government requirements. Media Super is a complying fund.
If you do not meet your super choice obligations, you will be liable for the choice shortfall. This is part of the SG Charge. The choice shortfall applies where: you have paid SG contributions to a complying superannuation fund for your employee, but not to their chosen fund; you have not given your employees a Standard choice form within the required time. The choice shortfall is 25% of the value of the contributions that are paid to the wrong fund. It is limited to $500 per employee for a notice period. The choice shortfall is not tax-deductible.
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‘I wouldn’t go with anything that wasn’t an industry super fund. It simply doesn’t make sense.’ Stephen Robinson, Musician
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General information This section includes information relevant to all Media Super employers and members, including details of fees and costs, insurance and investment options.
Contributions and taxation For information on contributions (including limits and caps) and taxation of super (including contributions and benefits), please refer to Part 1 of the Member PDS, page 8.
Investments Media Super offers 10 investment options – four pre-mixed and six single asset. These include Balanced, High Growth, Growth, Stable, Australian Shares, Overseas Shares, Sustainable Future Shares, Property, Fixed Interest and Cash. For information on identifying investment risk, investment objectives, investment strategy, risk profile, asset allocation and historical returns for each available investment option, refer to the Investments section of Part 1 of the Member PDS, from page 23.
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Super investments and risk There are various types of risk associated with investing in a superannuation fund, the most important of which are discussed below. There are risks in choosing particular investment options, as all investments are subject to varying risks and generally all investments change in value over time. The significant risks that any investor could encounter include: Inflation risk – inflation may exceed the return on investment, which reduces an investor’s purchasing power at the time. Individual investment risk – individual assets in which Media Super invests can (and do) rise or fall in value for many reasons, such as changes in the internal operations or management of a fund or entity in which Media Super invests, or the business environment in which it operates. Market risk – economic, technological, political or legal conditions and even market sentiment can (and do) change. These can mean changes in the value of investment markets affecting the value of the investments in Media Super. Interest rate risk – changes in interest rates can have a positive or negative impact directly or indirectly on investment value or returns – for example, the income return on a fixed interest security can become more or less favourable. Currency risk – Media Super has overseas investments, and if the currencies of any of those countries rise or fall in value relative to the Australian dollar, the value of the investment can change. Derivatives risk – derivatives are used to reduce risk or gain exposure to other types of investments when appropriate. Media Super does not invest directly in derivatives but our investment managers may do so. Risks associated with derivatives include the value of the derivative failing to move in line with the underlying asset, potential illiquidity of the derivative, not being able to meet payment obligations as they arise and counterparty risk (this is where the counterparty to the derivative contract cannot meet its obligations under the contract).
Liquidity risk – this is the risk of being unable to convert an investment into cash with little or no loss of capital and minimum delay. Some investments, such as direct property and private equity, are relatively illiquid. As such, Media Super makes these investments for the long term, and limits the exposure of any investment option to these sectors. Security specific risk – the risk that an individual company or asset fails, for example, through bankruptcy, fraudulent activity, or the business environment in which it operates, causing the value of the investment to fall sharply. Negative returns – there is a risk that the investment options have negative returns and that an investor does not receive the repayment of capital or may have a reduction in their investment amount. Volatility risk – is the instability of a particular investment. The effect of these risks is reduced by diversification, that is, by investing in a wide range of different types of investments. Before making an investment choice, we strongly recommend that all investors consider the risks outlined here. Other risks that may impact any investor include: Changes to superannuation law – changes are frequently made to superannuation law which may affect an investor’s benefits or ability to access their benefits. Changes to taxation – changes may occur to the taxation of superannuation, which may affect the value of an investment. Insurance – the insurance cover members receive as a member of Media Super may not cover them to the extent they require. There is also a risk that the Insurer will either not accept the desired level of insurance cover or may reject a claim. All members should consider diversification and all the risks associated with investments before making an investment choice.
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Below we detail some of the risks of each of the asset classes that Media Super’s investment options are exposed to. Australian Shares
Fixed Interest
The most significant risk that Media Super’s Australian Shares portfolio is exposed to is market risk (i.e. the risk that the Australian share market falls in value). Because of this, over short-term periods in particular, there is a risk that the return on the portfolio may not exceed inflation (inflation risk) and the returns on this portfolio could be negative. Some of the investment managers in Media Super’s Australian Shares portfolio may use derivatives from time to time, so derivative risk is a factor, but this risk is controlled by limits imposed on use of derivatives, and the risk is likely to be small at the total portfolio level. Individual investment risk is present, although it is managed by significant diversification of the underlying investments. Another risk includes active manager risk, as well as noting that some investment managers use derivatives.
Interest rate risk is a significant risk to Media Super’s Fixed Interest portfolio, as the majority of the sector’s return comes from an income stream, and changes in interest rates can have a positive or negative impact on the value of investments. The Fixed Interest portfolio is exposed to market risk (i.e. the risk that fixed interest markets fall in value). Because of this, over short-term periods, the return on the portfolio may not exceed inflation (inflation risk) and the returns on this portfolio could be negative. However, the volatility of returns of fixed interest markets is generally lower than for shares and property markets, therefore market and inflation risk are less of an issue for the Fixed Interest portfolio compared to the Shares and Property portfolios. Also, diversification by investments in a range of different overseas markets reduces the overall currency risk, market risk and, consequently, inflation risk.
Overseas Shares The most significant risks that Media Super’s Overseas Shares portfolio is exposed to are market risk (i.e. the risk that overseas share markets fall in value) and currency risk (i.e. the risk that the value of overseas assets fall if the Australian dollar appreciates). Because of these risks, over short-term periods in particular, there is a risk that the return on the portfolio may not exceed inflation (inflation risk) and the returns on this portfolio could be negative.
Some of the investment managers in Media Super’s Fixed Interest portfolio may use derivatives from time to time, so derivative risk is a factor, but this risk is controlled by limits imposed on their use, and the risk is likely to be small at the total Fixed Interest portfolio level. Individual investment risk is present, although it is controlled by significant diversification of the underlying investments. Fixed interest investments are also exposed to credit risk.
Diversification by investments in a range of different overseas markets reduces the overall market risk and, consequently, inflation risk. Some of the investment managers in Media Super’s Overseas Shares portfolio use derivatives from time to time, so derivative risk is a factor, but this risk is controlled by limits imposed on use of derivatives, and the risk is likely to be small at the total Overseas Shares portfolio level. Individual investment risk is present, although it is managed by significant diversification of the underlying investments.
The Alternative Assets class portfolio consists of several distinct investment strategies, including Infrastructure, Private Equity, Hedge Funds and Opportunistic Property. Each of these asset classes has a different risk profile. Infrastructure, Private Equity and Opportunistic Property portfolios are generally more exposed to individual investment risk than the more traditional asset classes, as there are generally fewer investments in the portfolios.
Property The most significant risk that Media Super’s Property portfolio is exposed to is market risk (i.e. the risk that property markets fall in value). Because of this, over short-term periods, there is a risk that the return on the portfolio may not exceed inflation (inflation risk) and the returns on this portfolio could be negative. Diversification of investments in different property markets – Australian Listed Property, Australian Unlisted Property and Global Listed Property – reduces the overall market risk and, consequently, inflation risk. Interest rate risk is a significant risk to the Property portfolio, due to a large portion of the sector’s return coming from an income stream. Individual investment risk is present, although it has been reduced by diversifying underlying investments.
Alternative Assets
On top of this, these asset classes are exposed to interest rate, market and inflation risk. Hedge Funds aim to eliminate many market-related risks through the use of derivatives leading to derivative risk and individual investment risk remains (although this is reduced through the diversification of investments). Cash The most significant risk that Media Super’s Cash portfolio is exposed to is interest rate risk, i.e. changes in interest rates impact the returns generated by the investment.
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Fees and other costs
Media Super is run only to benefit members, keeping fees and costs low for your employees. The following outlines the fees and costs applicable to members. The wording at the right is stipulated by law. However, the statement concerning the possibility of negotiating fees is not applicable to Media Super. For further information, contact Media Super on 1800 640 886.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) provides the following warning to investors.
This document shows fees and other costs that members may be charged. These fees and costs may be deducted from member accounts, the returns on investment or the fund assets as a whole. Taxes and insurance costs are set out in other parts of this document. You should read all of the information about fees and costs because it is important to understand their impact on investments. Fees and costs for particular investment options are set out on page 21.
Consumer advisory warning Did you know? Small differences in both investment performance and fees and costs can have a substantial impact on your long-term returns. For example, total annual fees and costs of 2% of your fund balance rather than 1% could reduce your final return by up to 20% over a 30-year period (for example, reduce it from $100,000 to $80,000). You should consider whether features such as superior investment performance or the provision of better member services justify higher fees and costs. You may be able to negotiate to pay lower contribution fees and management costs where applicable. Ask the fund or your financial adviser. To find out more If you would like to find out more, or see the impact of the fees based on your own circumstances, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) website (www.fido.asic.gov.au) has a superannuation calculator to help you check out different fee options.
Member fees and costs Type of fee or cost
Amount
How and when paid
Fees when A MEMBER’s money moves in or out of the fund Establishment fee The fee to open a member’s investment.
Nil
Not applicable
Contribution fee The fee on each amount contributed to a member’s investment – either by you or the member.
Nil
Not applicable
Withdrawal fee The fee on each amount a member takes out of their investment.
$30 per transaction
The withdrawal fee is deducted from the member’s account when they transfer or withdraw all, or part, of their account balance from the Fund.
Termination fee The fee to close a member’s investment.
Nil
Not applicable
$57.20 p.a. ($1.10 per week) plus 0.41% – 0.81% p.a. of a member’s account balance
Administration costs of $1.10 per week are deducted from a member’s account balance monthly (or when they exit the Fund). The investment manager fee varies from 0.31% to 0.71%, and is deducted from the particular investment option on a weekly basis prior to the unit price being calculated. This fee is not deducted from a member’s account.
$30 per transaction
The switching fee will be deducted from a member’s account at the effective date of their switch. The fee is waived if their first change is received by Media Super within 30 days of joining the Fund or if they are only changing their investment options for future transactions.
Management costs The fees and costs for managing a member’s investment1 The amount a member pays for specific investment options is shown on page 21.
Service fees2 Investment switching fee The fee for changing investment options.
Notes: 1. See the ‘Additional Explanation of Member Fees and Costs’ section following for a breakdown of management costs and other costs, including the buy-sell spreads. 2. See the ‘Additional Explanation of Member Fees and Costs’ following for any other costs which may be applied.
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Additional explanation of member fees and costs Management Costs The Management Costs can be broken down into a number of components, including: 1. Administration Costs The Administration Costs fee is the $1.10 per week fee that is used to pay for the fees and costs of administering Media Super, including the payment of custody fees, trustee expenses, professional services expenses and other expenses. This fee is also referred to as the member fee and is deducted monthly from a member’s account balance.
Investment fees Investment Option
Investment Manager Fee
Balanced
0.64% p.a. (including a potential PBF estimated at 0.04%)*
High Growth
0.71% p.a. (including a potential PBF estimated at 0.08%)*
Growth
0.65% p.a. (including a potential PBF estimated at 0.05%)*
Stable
0.43% p.a. (including a potential PBF estimated at 0.02%)*
Australian Shares
0.65% p.a. (including a potential PBF estimated at 0.13%)*
Overseas Shares
0.67% p.a.
Sustainable Future Shares
0.53% p.a.
Property
0.48% p.a. (including a potential PBF estimated at 0.00%)*
Fixed Interest
0.31% p.a.
Cash
0.31% p.a.
2. Other Expenses The Other Expenses fee is used to pay for fees not covered by the Administration Costs fee, including a proportion of the fees in relation to the payment of custody fees, trustee expenses, professional services expenses and other expenses. Media Super charges a fee of 0.10% p.a., which is deducted from the Fund’s assets before the unit prices are determined on a weekly basis. The unit prices issued are net of Other Expenses. Media Super will perform reconciliations of actual expenses paid and the Other Expenses charged on a periodic cycle. If the actual Other Expenses incurred are greater than the fee charged, then the unit prices for members could be decreased. If the actual Other Expenses incurred are less then the fee charged, then the unit prices for members could be increased. 3. Investment Manager Fee The Investment Manager Fee is the fee for investing in the Fund’s assets. It includes fees paid to external investment managers and other expenses incurred in investing the assets (excluding transaction costs – please see buy-sell spread table on page 22). All investment managers are paid a fixed fee for investing the assets. The fixed fee paid to each of the investment managers varies from manager to manager, and is deducted from the particular investment option on a weekly basis prior to the unit price being calculated. This fee is not deducted from member accounts. The fee for each investment option is shown on the right. These figures were determined based on indicative annualised calculations using information for the period 1 July 2008 to 30 April 2009. These calculated annualised rates will change throughout the year due to cash flow, changes in the Fund’s investment manager line-up, changes in asset allocation and other influencing factors. Some investment managers are also paid a Performance Based Fee (PBF).
Notes: The Investment Manager Fee may change due to several factors, including: timing, cash flow, changes in the investment manager line-up, changes in asset allocation and other factors. All fee calculations are inclusive of GST. Reduced input tax credits have been incorporated into the Administration Costs. * See the Performance Based Fee section below.
Performance Based Fees (PBF) In certain circumstances, if an investment manager outperforms their performance target, they may be paid a PBF. The investment manager fees above include, where applicable, an estimate of any PBF. The Investment Manager Fee is deducted from the Fund’s assets before the unit price is determined on a weekly basis. The Media Super Balanced, High Growth, Growth, Stable, Australian Shares and Property options all have a percentage of assets invested with investment managers who may be eligible for PBFs. These managers are potentially paid a PBF determined as a percentage of the manager’s return achieved in excess fo the specified target rate for the manager over an agreed period. The PBF only applies when performances are greater than the specified target. Some managers have a ‘high watermark’ associated with their PBF. A high watermark indicates that if the manager fails to meet the specified target rate over one time period, they have to get back to the previous level before getting a PBF on new excess returns. The estimated PBFs shown in the table above were determined based on indicative annualised calculations using information for the period 1 July 2008 to 31 March 2009. The extent of any PBF cannot be determined in advance. The PBFs vary according to the amount of out-performance achieved by each applicable investment manager and the weighting of that investment manager in the relevant investment option.
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Transaction costs
Contribution Splitting fees
In managing Media Super’s assets, the Trustee will incur transaction costs, including a buy-sell spread. Generally, the buy-sell spread is a transaction cost charged when members add to or withdraw their investment and is incorporated in the Fund’s unit prices. The Trustee does not receive any part of these costs. There is a buy-sell spread for each Investment Option. This buy-sell spread is variable and is applied to contributions, withdrawals and investment switches. This is an additional cost to members. The buy-sell spreads are reflected in the unit prices. The figures provided below are current as at 30 April 2009. For up to date buy-sell spreads, visit our website.
If a member makes a contribution splitting request and the amount split is paid to the member spouse’s Media Super account, the $30 withdrawal fee will be waived. If the amount split is rolled out of Media Super, the $30 withdrawal fee will apply. The Trust Deed does not provide any limits on the maximum amounts that may be charged by the Trustee in respect of the fees and charges outlined in this section. However, the Trustee will endeavour to ensure that the level of fees and charges is comparable with its competitors and that it represents good value for members. Increases or alterations to fees and charges
Costs Buy spread
Sell spread
Total
Balanced
0.15%
0.15%
0.30%
High Growth
0.15%
0.15%
0.30%
Growth
0.20%
0.20%
0.40%
Stable
0.10%
0.10%
0.20%
Australian Shares
0.20%
0.20%
0.40%
International Shares
0.20%
0.20%
0.40%
Sustainable Future Shares
0.15%
0.15%
0.30%
Property
0.50%
0.50%
1.00%
Fixed Interest
0.05%
0.05%
0.10%
Cash
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
Investment Option
Maximum fees
All fees are current and may be revised or adjusted by Media Super from time to time. Media Super may also introduce new fees. If there is an increase in fees, the Trustee must notify members 30 days in advance of the change. Visit www.mediasuper.com.au for updates. Tax All fees and costs are inclusive of GST less any input tax credit and stamp duty (if applicable). The Fund passes on any tax deduction to members in the form of higher returns on their investments. A tax deduction is not passed on to members by way of reduced fees or costs. In relation to the Administration Costs fee ($1.10 p.w.) and insurance premiums, the Fund provides members with a tax rebate of up to 15% each 30 June (if applicable). Taxation of benefits is set out in the ‘Taxation’ sections on pages 12 (super accounts) and 20 (pensions) of Part 1 of the Member PDS. Insurance costs Insurance costs are set out in Part 2 of the Member PDS.
Transfer fees A $10 transfer fee is charged if a member’s benefit is transferred to Media Super’s eligible rollover fund, AUSfund. Temporary residents A $30 fee is charged if, as an eligible temporary resident, a member’s account balance is sent to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as unclaimed super. Family Law fees A Family Law fee will be charged in relation to the following services: $98 for an application for information – deducted from the member’s account balance. For a non-member spouse, the fee must be paid by cheque on application. $76 to split a benefit – this fee is split proportionally between the member and the non-member spouse, and deducted from the member’s account balance and the non-member spouse’s entitlement.
Protection of small accounts If at any time a member’s account balance in Media Super is less than $1,000 and includes, or has included, Superannuation Guarantee or award contributions, Federal Government regulations limit the amount of administration fees and charges that can be deducted from the member’s account. If investment earnings are negative, then a maximum fee of any positive investment return credited to the member’s account, plus $10, will be deducted from their account. Administration fees and charges do not include insurance premiums and taxation charges. Financial adviser commissions Media Super DOES NOT pay any sales or trail commissions to financial advisers, tax advisers or sales agents.
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Example of annual fees and costs for the Balanced (default) investment option This table gives an example of how the fees and costs in the Balanced investment option for this product can affect a member’s superannuation investment over a one-year period. You should use this table to compare this product with other superannuation products.
Super member example Example – the Balanced Investment Option
Balance of $50,000 with total contributions of $5,000 during year
Contribution fees
Nil
For every $5,000 a member puts in, they will be charged $0.
Plus Management costs
$57.20 p.a. + 0.74% p.a.
And, for every $50,000 they have in the Fund, they will be charged $370 each year plus $57.20 in administration fees regardless of their balance.
Equals Cost of fund
If they put in $5,000 during a year and their balance was $50,000, then for that year they will be charged fees of $427.20* What it costs the member will depend on the investment option they choose and the fees they negotiate with their fund or financial adviser.
Notes: * Additional fees may apply, including Withdrawal fees or Switching fees: $30. Members are unable to negotiate fees in Media Super.
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Other important information Insurance
Change of details
Media Super provides three types of insurance cover for its members – Death Only, Death and Total and Permanent Disablement and Income Protection.
Please notify Media Super in writing whenever there are changes to the key contact person, address, phone number or email address for your business.
For information on the following:
You can do this via your Employee contribution advice form, your online account or by emailing administration@mediasuper.com.au.
eligibility for members; when benefits become payable; exclusions; other conditions/terms; and costs. see Part 2 of the Member PDS (Insurance Booklet).
Unallocated money As an employer, it is important you provide Media Super with sufficient information to allocate contributions you make on behalf of your employees, otherwise you may become liable for the Superannuation Guarantee Charge. If we receive a contribution for a member without sufficient information (e.g. the member’s name) we will be unable to allocate the money to the correct member’s account. Wherever possible, we hold the money in trust while we try to obtain information which enables us to allocate the money to the correct member account. If we are unable to obtain sufficient information, we will return the money to the employer. If it is not possible for us to identity the person who made the contribution (i.e. because the employer has failed to provide their name, address, etc.) we will pay the money to the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) generally within one month after receiving the money. Australian Securities and Investment Commission Unclaimed Monies Unit Phone: 1300 300 630 Email: infoline@asic.gov.au Web: www.fido.gov.au
By keeping us updated, we can ensure the accuracy of our correspondence with you.
Privacy Media Super respects your privacy and your employees’ privacy. Protecting personal information has always been important to us and is required by law. We handle personal information in accordance with National Privacy Principles. Media Super has stringent measures in place, and staff who handle personal information have the knowledge, skills and commitment to protect it from unauthorised access or misuse. For more information, refer to the Member PDS or www.mediasuper.com.au.
What happens if your employee dies? For information on Beneficiaries, see Part 1 of the Member PDS, page 45.
eligible temporary residents For information on temporary residents, see Part 1 of the Member PDS, page 44.
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Complaints Media Super has a procedure in place to deal with member and employer complaints. If either you or a member have a complaint, you or they can write to the: Complaints Officer Media Super Locked Bag 1229 Wollongong NSW 2500 All employer complaints are acknowledged promptly and, in most cases, will be addressed within 45 days. Media Super will provide a written reply detailing Media Super’s decision. An employer who is dissatisfied with this decision may refer their complaint to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS). The FOS is an independent tribunal set up by the Federal Government to review complaints in relation to financial services provided by its members. If the FOS accepts the complaint, it will attempt to resolve the matter through conciliation. If conciliation is unsuccessful, the complaint is referred to an Adjudicator or a Panel for a determination, which is binding. The FOS can be contacted at: Mail: F inancial Ombudsman Service GPO Box 3 Melbourne VIC 3001 Phone: 1300 780 808 from 9am-5pm (AEST) Fax: 03 9613 6399 Email: info@fos.org.au Web: www.fos.org.au For information on the Superannuation Complaints Tribunal and member complaints in relation to Trustee decisions, see Part 1 of the Member PDS, page 44.
26 Forms
How to comple te the form s
I want to‌ Apply to become a participating employer Complete the Employer application form
Enrol new employees in Media Super Complete the Employee enrolment form
Supply choice forms to employees Use our Standard choice form
Register for Direct Debit Complete the Employer direct debit request form
For help with completing forms, contact us on 1800 640 886.
Employer application form VALID FROM 1 JUNE 2009
Please complete this form in BLACK PEN and CAPITAL LETTERS.
Your Employer No.
Complete and sign this form if you wish to become a participating employer of Media Super. If you have previously registered as a Media Super employer, write your Employer No. above.
Employer details You must complete this section and sign the completed form on page 2. Australian Business Number Registered name of company Trading name Street address
Telephone (
State
Postcode
State
Postcode
Fax )
(
)
Email address Type of business
Contact person details Please provide your contact details. Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss/Dr Surname Given names Position in company Postal address (if different from street address above)
Business details
/ / Number of eligible employees at date of signing
/ / Total number of employees
First pay period ends (DD/MM/YYYY) /
/
Issued by the Trustee of Media Super, Media Super Limited, ABN 30 059 502 948, AFSL 230254 OFFICE USE ONLY:
MS
PS
MC
Please return completed form to: Media Super, Locked Bag 1229, Wollongong NSW 2500
PAGE 1 OF 2
MSUP 29637
Please provide details of your company’s relationship with Media Super. Date joined Media Super (DD/MM/YYYY) Date contributions commence (DD/MM/YYYY)
Employer application form (cont.) Declaration Please sign and date this form, and return it to the address shown below. I/We make this application to become a participating employer of Media Super. I/We understand that the Trust Deed of Media Super, as amended from time to time, is available upon request. If accepted as a participating Media Super employer, then in consideration of the amount paid to the trustee of Media Super (receipt of which is hereby acknowledged) I/we agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of the Trust Deed. My/Our participation, and that of our employees who become members, will take effect in accordance with the particulars of the Trust Deed, the Employer Handbook (Product Disclosure Statement) and the Member Handbook (Product Disclosure Statement) Parts 1 and 2. I/We acknowledge that it is the responsibility of the employer to meet its Superannuation Guarantee obligations. I/We understand that it is the employer’s obligation to identify and comply with any applicable industrial instrument. If any applicable industrial instrument is varied to include new or amend existing superannuation provisions, and in the event Media Super is not acceptable under the variation, I/we understand that future contributions may have to be paid to the other superannuation fund as specified under the industrial instrument and some or all of the benefits resulting from contributions paid into the fund may have to be transferred to another super fund as specified in the industrial instrument. I/We confirm that any contributions made on behalf of employees who are aged 65 or over are for employees who have worked at least 40 hours in a period of not more than 30 consecutive days during the financial year when the contributions are made and/ or the contributions are mandated employer contributions made pursuant to an industrial instrument. I/We have brought to the attention of the employee(s) on this application, the Privacy Disclosure Statement contained in this PDS and/or the Member Product Disclosure Statement. The PDS to which this application form is attached is dated 1 June 2009. I/We acknowledge receipt of this PDS. I/We have read
and understood the PDS and agree, consent and acknowledge the declarations, conditions and acknowledgments contained therein. I/We also acknowledge receipt of the Media Super Member Handbook (Product Disclosure Statement) Part 1 and Part 2, effective 1 June 2009. I/We declare that all details given in this application form are accurate and complete and that I/we have the power to invest in Media Super. I/We undertake to provide the trustee with any further information that it may request which relates to my/our participation in Media Super and I/we undertake that I/we will update the trustee if any of the information I/we provide changes.
PRIVACY I have read and understood the Privacy Collection Statement contained in the Media Super PDS, and consent to Media Super collecting, using, storing and disclosing personal information about me and my employees in accordance with the Privacy Collection Statement.
DIRECT MARKETING From time to time, Media Super may send its employers and members communication material, also known as direct marketing material, about special offers and promotions which are available to Media Super employers and members only.
• Tick this box, if you are happy for Media Super to use your information to send you direct marketing information.
YES
• Tick this box, if you DON’T want Media Super to
use your personal information to send you direct marketing information.
NO
Whatever you decide, you will have the opportunity to change your mind at any time.
The Employer agrees to be bound by the Trust Deed, as amended from time to time, from the date this application is accepted. Applicant’s signature
x
Please return completed form to: Media Super, Locked Bag 1229, Wollongong NSW 2500
Date (DD/MM/YYYY) /
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Employee enrolment form VALID FROM 1 JUNE 2009
Please complete this form in BLACK PEN and CAPITAL LETTERS.
Your Employer No.
Use this form if you would like to enrol new employees who wish to join Media Super.
Employer details Please complete your details in this section. Employer name Address State Telephone (
Postcode
Fax )
(
)
Email address
New employee details Please provide details of your new employees. Please photocopy page 2 and attach it to the form if more employee detail fields are required. TFN:
1: Name: Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member):
TFN:
2: Name: Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member):
TFN:
3: Name: Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member):
TFN:
4: Name: Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member): 5: Name:
TFN:
Address: F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member): Issued by the Trustee of Media Super, Media Super Limited, ABN 30 059 502 948, AFSL 230254 OFFICE USE ONLY:
MS
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MC
Please return completed form to: Media Super, Locked Bag 1229, Wollongong NSW 2500
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Gender: M
Employee enrolment form (cont.) New employee details (continued) Please provide details of your new employees. Please photocopy page 2 and attach it to the form if more employee detail fields are required. TFN:
6: Name: Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member): 7: Name:
TFN:
Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member):
TFN:
8: Name: Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member):
TFN:
9: Name: Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member):
TFN:
10: Name: Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Member no. (if existing member):
TFN:
11: Name: Address: Gender: M
F
Date of birth:
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Member no. (if existing member):
/
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Date joined employer:
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Employer salary sacrifice (after tax): $
Individual completing form Please complete your details in this section. Surname Given names
Applicant’s signature
x Please return completed form to: Media Super, Locked Bag 1229, Wollongong NSW 2500
Date (DD/MM/YYYY) /
/
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Choice of superannuation fund
Standard choice form VALID FROM 1 JUNE 2009
Please complete this form in BLACK PEN and CAPITAL LETTERS.
Your Member No.
RETURN THIS FORM TO YOUR EMPLOYER. Have you previously registered as a member of Media Super?
YES
NO
Are you a current member of Media Super?
YES
NO
OPTION 1: You do not have to choose a fund If you do not make a choice, your employer’s contributions will be paid into the fund that your employer has chosen (see Part A on the reverse side of this form). This may not be the same as your current fund. Your employer’s chosen fund may be suitable for your needs. You can choose a different fund later if you like. If you do not want to choose a fund, you do not have to complete this form. • Your employer is not liable for the performance of superannuation funds that you choose or they choose on your behalf. • Do not seek financial advice from your employer unless they are licensed to provide it.
MORE INFORMATION You can get more information about choice of superannuation fund or superannuation in general from: • www.superchoice.gov.au, or • by phoning 132 864. If you do not speak English well and want to talk to an Australian Government officer, phone the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 for help with your call. If you have a hearing or speech impairment and have access to appropriate TTY or modem equipment, phone 133 677. If you do not have access to TTY or modem equipment, phone the Speech to Speech Relay Service on 1300 555 727.
OPTION 2: Choose a fund You can choose the superannuation fund where you want your future employer contributions to be paid. Your employer is only required to accept one choice every 12 months.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
GATHER INFORMATION – WORK OUT WHAT’S BEST FOR YOU
WHAT DO I NEED TO TELL MY EMPLOYER?
You will need to find out what superannuation options are available to you. Find out about the features and benefits of your current fund, the fund chosen by your employer and any other funds you are considering. Your current fund may be different to the fund chosen by your employer. The ‘Tips’ section below highlights key issues you should consider when comparing funds.
Give your employer details of your chosen fund by completing Part B of this form overleaf or by a written statement including the necessary information. This information may be provided by your chosen fund. Part A shows details of your employer’s superannuation arrangements. This includes the fund that your employer has chosen to make all future superannuation guarantee contributions to. If your employer has changed funds recently, the previous fund will also be shown. You may choose to remain in this previous fund.
WHAT HAPPENS TO ANY SUPERANNUATION I HAVE IN EXISTING FUNDS? Any money you have in existing funds will remain there unless you make arrangements to transfer it (roll over) to another fund. Check the impact of any exit fees or benefits that you may lose before leaving the fund. Your employer cannot do this for you.
Tips for comparing funds Investment choice: Some funds let you choose where the fund will invest your super. Some choices offer higher returns, but with a higher risk that investments may go down as well as up. Other choices offer greater security, but with lower expected returns. Choose the level of risk and return that you are comfortable with. Investment performance: Superannuation is a long-term investment for your retirement, so its investment performance needs to be judged over the long term. Short-term performance, whether good or bad, may not be repeated. There is no guarantee that a fund that has performed well in the past will do so in the future. The information you’ll need to make these checks is in each fund’s product disclosure statement, which you can get from the fund. For further information on choosing a fund, go to the website www.superchoice.gov.au or phone 132 864.
Issued by the Trustee of Media Super, Media Super Limited, ABN 30 059 502 948, AFSL 230254 OFFICE USE ONLY:
MS
PS
MC
RETURN THIS FORM TO YOUR EMPLOYER. DO NOT send this form to the Australian Taxation Office or to your superannuation fund.
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Fees: Most funds charge fees. Differences in the fees that funds charge can have a big effect on what you may have to retire on. This effect may be more than you think, and for this reason you need to consider what fees are being charged. For example, your final return could be reduced by up to 20% over 30 years if your total fees and costs amount to 2% rather than 1% (e.g. from $100,000 to $80,000). Some funds may also charge an exit fee if you leave the fund. Death and disability insurance: Your current fund may insure you against death or an illness or accident that makes you unable to return to work. Other funds may not offer insurance, or you may have to pass a medical examination before they cover you. Check if you’ll be covered in any new fund, and the costs and amount of cover, before leaving your current fund.
Standard choice form (cont.) Part A: Employer to complete Give this form to your employee after you have completed Part A. 1. Employer name 2. Employer Superannuation Guarantee contributions will be made to the following fund: Fund name Superannuation product identification number (if applicable) M
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To access the product disclosure statement for this fund (if applicable) phone Or visit the fund’s website W
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3. Employer Superannuation Guarantee contributions have previously been made to (if a different fund to 2 above): If the employer fund has not changed, please write ‘as above’ in ‘Fund name’ box below. Fund name Superannuation product identification number (if applicable)
To access the product disclosure statement for this fund (if applicable), phone Or visit the fund’s website 4. Employer contributions Are superannuation contributions for the employees currently made at a higher level than the required 9%? If ‘Yes’, will superannuation contributions continue at this higher level if the employee chooses a fund other than the fund named in Part A Question 2?
YES
NO
YES
NO
Note that this statement does not alter an employer’s legal obligations (if any) relating to future payments.
Part B: Employee to complete Only complete this section if you are making a choice. 1. I request that all future Superannuation Guarantee contributions be made to: My employer’s previous superannuation fund named in Part A Question 3. Go to Question 4 below. My own choice of fund. Complete Questions 2, 3 and 4 below. 2. My chosen fund details: Fund name
Membership No. (if applicable)
Superannuation product identification number (if applicable)
Telephone
Account name
Fund Australian Business Number (ABN) (if applicable)
3. I have attached: A letter from the Trustee of the fund named in Part B Question 2 stating that this is a complying fund, and (for a self-managed superannuation fund) a copy of documentation from the Australian Taxation Office confirming that the Fund is regulated, and Written evidence from the fund that they will accept contributions from my employer, and Details about how my employer can make contributions to this fund. 4. Employee name
Employee number (if applicable)
Applicant’s signature
Date (DD/MM/YYYY)
x
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Part C: Employer to complete Date accepted (DD/MM/YY) /
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Date processed (DD/MM/YY) /
/
RETURN THIS FORM TO YOUR EMPLOYER. DO NOT send this form to the Australian Taxation Office or to your superannuation fund.
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Information for employers:
How you can make contributions to Media Super Media Super’s easy pay options for employers With Media Super, there are four ways in which you can process and pay your employees’ super contributions. Each option offers unique advantages depending on the size of your business and the structure of your payroll system.
CONTRIBUTION OPTION
ADVANTAGES
SUITABLE FOR:
PAYMENTS CAN BE MADE VIA:
1. Online account Submit contributions via the secure Employers section of the Media Super website at www.mediasuper.com.au.
• Simple to use and secure. • System allows you to modify
• 1 to 30 employees
• Cheque made payable to
2. Payroll link Report your contributions using popular payroll systems. Completed files are submitted via Media Super’s website www.mediasuper.com.au.
• Upload directly from your payroll
• Any number of
• Cheque made payable to
3. Microsoft ExcelTM spreadsheet This spreadsheet can be downloaded from the secure Employers section of the Media Super website at www.mediasuper.com.au and saved onto your PC. Completed files can be submitted via the Media Super website.
• Easy to use – popular software
• Any number of
• Cheque made payable to
4. Paper-based Use Media Super’s Contribution Advice or your own internally produced report.
• Easy to use. • Good for small employers who
• 1 to 30 employees
• Cheque made payable to
employee contribution amount details electronically and to view a history of the contribution advices that you have submitted to Media Super.
system, saving you time and effort. • Minimises the chance of errors, as data is copied straight from your system to Media Super.
application that many employers are familiar with. • Media Super can send you a pre-formatted sheet with user instructions to get you started at no cost.
employees
employees
do not have Internet access or a computerised payroll system, or for those who would prefer to use a manual form.
For more information on any of these options, phone Media Super on 1800 640 886 or visit our website at www.mediasuper.com.au.
Media Super and sent to: Locked Bag 1229 Wollongong NSW 2500 • Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit • Direct Debit
Media Super and sent to: Locked Bag 1229 Wollongong NSW 2500 • Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit • Direct Debit
Media Super and sent to: Locked Bag 1229 Wollongong NSW 2500 • Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) /Direct Deposit • Direct Debit
Media Super and sent to: Locked Bag 1229 Wollongong NSW 2500 • Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit • Direct Debit
Complying fund letter 1 June 2009
To whom it may concern Media Super is a complying, resident, regulated superannuation fund under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 (SIS Act) and is constituted under a trust deed dated 28 January 1981, as amended from time to time. The trustee of Media Super is Media Super Limited ABN 30 059 502 948 (Trustee). Media Super meets the minimum insurance standards required to be considered a default fund under the member super choice laws. In the event that Media Super’s complying status is revoked, the Trustee would receive notice to that effect under section 63 of the SIS Act. This would mean Media Super could not receive any further contributions. The Trustee confirms that it has not received nor does it expect to receive any such notice.
FUND DETAILS Fund Name:
Media Super
Australian Business Number (ABN):
42 574 421 650
Superannuation Product Identification Number (SPIN):
PIN0100AU
Fund Contact Details:
Locked Bag 1229 Wollongong NSW 2500 Telephone: 1800 640 886 Facsimile: 1800 246 707 Website: www.mediasuper.com.au
Media Super is able to accept contributions from employers on behalf of their employees. Details of how an employer can make contributions to Media Super are detailed overleaf.
Yours faithfully,
Ross Martin For and on behalf of the Trustee Media Super Limited
RETURN THIS FORM TO YOUR EMPLOYER. DO NOT send this form to the Australian Taxation Office or to your superannuation fund.
Employer direct debit request form VALID FROM 1 JUNE 2009
Please complete this form in BLACK PEN and CAPITAL LETTERS.
Your Employer No.
To register for Direct Debit, you need to complete all four sections of this form and send it directly to the address below.
Section 1: Employer details You must complete this section and sign the completed form after reading the Direct Debit Service Agreement on page 3. Employer name Business address State
Postcode
State
Postcode
Month deductions to commence / Work phone number
Section 2: Contact person details Please provide the details of your company’s contact person here. Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss/Dr Surname Given names Email address
Section 3: Details of the account to be debited Please provide your account details here. Name of financial institution Address of financial institution
Account name (please note that the account you nominate must be your own personal or a joint account to which you are a party) BSB number
Account number
Issued by the Trustee of Media Super, Media Super Limited, ABN 30 059 502 948, AFSL 230254 OFFICE USE ONLY:
MS
PS
MC
Please return completed form to: Media Super, Locked Bag 1229, Wollongong NSW 2500
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Employer direct debit request form (cont.) Section 4: Business / Company details Please sign and date this form, and return it to the address shown below. 1. Surname (person 1) Given name (person 1) 2. Surname (person 2 – to be completed for Joint Accounts) Given name (person 2 – to be completed for Joint Accounts) Company name Australian Business Number (ABN)
I authorise Media Super Limited ABN 30 059 502 948 as Trustee for Media Super (User Id No 063705) to arrange for funds to be debited from my/our account at the financial institution identified on page 1 and prescribed through the Bulk Electronic Clearing System (BECS). This authorisation is to remain in force in accordance with the terms described in the Direct Debit Service Agreement on the following page. Applicant’s signature
x Signature of joint account holder (if applicable)
x
Please return completed form to: Media Super, Locked Bag 1229, Wollongong NSW 2500
Date (DD/MM/YYYY) /
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Date (DD/MM/YYYY) /
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Direct Debit Service Agreement WHY AN AGREEMENT?
PRIVACY
Through the Direct Debit Request (DDR), you are allowing us to debit amounts from your bank* account. The amount we will debit your account depends on your contribution details for the payment period and what you instructed us to do.
We will keep your bank account details confidential except when a Court Order applies, if Media Super’s bank needs information about your account, or if you give us permission to reveal your bank details. Media Super handles personal information from you and your employees in accordance with the National Privacy Principles. Media Super’s Privacy Policy is available from the Media Super website or directly from Media Super’s Privacy Officer, who can be contacted as follows: Privacy Officer Media Super PO Box Q294 QVB NSW 1230 Phone: 02 9238 2555 Fax: 02 9238 2550 Email: privacy@mediasuper.com.au Website: www.mediasuper.com.au
IF MEDIA SUPER WANTS TO CHANGE THIS AGREEMENT We will notify you at least 14 days before making any changes to this agreement.
IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE YOUR DIRECT DEBIT OR MAKE AN ENQUIRY Please contact our customer service staff (see details below) if you wish to: • Delay or change your direct debit – you need to advise us at least three days before the date we are due to debit your account, or • Cancel the DDR – you need to advise us at least three days before the date we are due to debit your bank account, or • Dispute a debit that has been made from your bank account – Media Super will respond to your dispute within five business days.
DEDUCTION DUE DATE Deductions are made on the 20th day of the month. The correct deduction will be debited from your nominated account when we receive your contribution details each payment period. If we receive this agreement after the 20th of the nominated commencement month, the earliest deduction for the agreement will be the 20th day of the next calendar month.
CHECK THAT YOU GIVE US YOUR CORRECT DETAILS Before completing the Media Super Direct debit request form, please check with your bank that: • your bank account accepts direct debiting, as some accounts don’t, and • the account number and BSB you give us is correct (refer to your bank statement or contact your bank, if necessary). * Please note that where we talk about ‘bank’, this could also mean other financial institutions.
WEEKENDS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS When the due date falls on a weekend or public holiday, we will debit your account on the next business day.
INTERNET DIRECT DEBIT REQUEST If you have applied for internet access and intend to use the Direct Debit option for payment of your contributions, then the date we will debit your bank account will be the business day following the date of your internet request.
Our customer service staff can be contacted weekdays from 8.30am to 5.30pm (AEST) on: Freecall 1800 640 886
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ENOUGH MONEY IN YOUR ACCOUNT You are responsible for ensuring that your payments meet the requirements of the relevant Award, Agreement or Act under which you are required to contribute to Media Super. You should make sure that you always have enough cleared funds in your account for us to debit your account. If there isn’t enough money (that is, cleared funds) in your account, we will still make the debit. But if your bank dishonours the debit, we may pass on to you any dishonour fees and/or any costs incurred by Media Super.
Please return completed form to: Media Super, Locked Bag 1229, Wollongong NSW 2500
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Extra benefits for your employees As Media Super members, your employees can access a range of helpful and cost effective services such as the ones listed below.
Banking As a member of Media Super you have access to Super Members Home Loans, a range of discounted home loans provided by Members Equity Bank. The Super Members Home Loan range was created in 1994 to provide working Australians with access to home loans. Today, the SMHL is one of a range of low-cost banking products offered by Members Equity Bank. Other products include the InterestME Savings Account, Online Savings Account, Personal Loans, Term Deposits and the ME Mastercard.
To find out more: Visit www.membersequitybank.com.au or phone 131 563.
Financial planning Industry Fund Financial Planning (IFFP) can provide you with financial planning advice regarding your super. This service can help you navigate all of your super decisions, including: Which investment option is right for me? How much can I salary sacrifice? I’m retiring soon – what should I do with my super? How much tax will I pay if I take my super as a lump sum vs a pension in retirement? How can I use my super to maximise the Government Age Pension? I’ve heard you can keep working and access your super through a transition to retirement pension if you’re aged over 55. Does this apply to me? How much insurance cover should I have? Our financial planners can also offer financial advice on issues other than super – including full financial plans. IFFP does not accept commissions to recommend any particular product or service and operate on a fee-for-service basis. This means the cost for your financial advice is based only on the amount of time and work that needs to be done, not the amount of money you have to invest. Your first one-hour appointment with an IFFP financial planner is free of charge and obligation. If you then wish to seek financial advice, a full quote disclosing all costs is provided to you for approval before hand. No hidden charges, no commissions and no ongoing fees.
Please note: The information detailed in this section is provided by the service providers and not the Media Super Trustee.
To find out more: How our financial planners can help you, contact IFFP on 1300 138 848 or visit www.iffp.com.au.
Publicity Works 03 9347 3755 MSUP 28995
Compare the pair Both members in this example are on the same income, are the same age and make the same super contributions – but look at what current fee differences could mean over 30 years.*
Average Media Super Member
Average Retail Master Trust Member
* The comparison shows projected outcomes, applying current fees for Media Super’s Balanced investment option and today’s average fees of a sample of 16 Retail Master Trusts over 30 years. Differences in fees may change in the future and this would alter the outcome. The amounts are not predictions or estimates of actual outcomes. Outcomes will vary between individual funds. Research and modelling current at 31 March 2009 by SuperRatings, commissioned by Media Super. Above example is a comparison of two employees that assumes same starting account balance of $50,000; same income of $58,000; 2.5% inflation rate; 3.5% salary increase per annum; 9% superannuation guarantee contributions; no additional salary sacrifice or voluntary contributions; 15% contributions tax; employer asset sizes accumulated at 11.6% per annum; investment return of 7.225% (gross of taxes and fees at 8.5%, but with taxes of 15% deducted); explicit costs deducted from members’ accounts (e.g. member fees) subject to a 15% tax allowance; contribution fees, entry fees, exit fees, additional adviser fees are excluded from calculations; employer asset size $150,000. Consider your own objectives, financial situation and needs before making a decision about superannuation, because they are not taken into account in this information. You should consider the Product Disclosure Statement as a whole before making an investment decision.
How to contact us Mail:
Media Super Limited Locked Bag 1229, Wollongong NSW 2500
Phone: 1800 640 886 Fax:
1800 246 707
Email: administration@mediasuper.com.au Website: www.mediasuper.com.au