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HESTA cuts fees for retirees, drops minimum balance to open an income stream

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HESTA has announced it will be reducing administration fees on income stream accounts and slashing the minimum balance requirement for starting one. Income stream accounts are designed for Australians in

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26 Aug 2026

HESTA members add around $10 billion more super in 2025/26, benefitting from strong returns through market volatility

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HESTA added around $10 billion[1] in savings and investment returns collectively to members’ accounts over the 2025/26 financial year, with the Fund’s MySuper investment option delivering strong returns through a period

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07 Jul 2026

One year on: landmark reforms helping build stronger retirement futures for women

From HESTA

One year since super on Commonwealth Parental Leave Pay took effect alongside the super guarantee reaching 12%, HESTA modelling shows just how much these critical reforms can improve women’s retirement

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06 Jul 2026

HESTA launches ‘Super Saturday’ to help Australians act before EOFY

From HESTA

Key points Peak weekend of activity ahead of tax time predicted to be 20-21 June, with voluntary super contributions likely to quadruple for the month. New research suggests many still

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18 Jun 2026

HESTA reduces insurance fees and strengthens protection for members

From HESTA

HESTA has announced an average 12% drop in insurance fees across all cover types[1] will take effect later this year as part of a broader suite of changes designed to provide

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11 May 2026

HESTA appoints new Head of Portfolio Design

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HESTA has announced the appointment of Kate Misic as Head of Portfolio Design, effective 15 June 2026. Ms Misic will be responsible for leading the ‘top down’ aspects of the

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28 Apr 2026

HESTA announces CEO appointment

From HESTA

The HESTA Board has announced the appointment of Robbie Campo as CEO of the $100 billion profit-to-members industry fund, effective August 2026[1]. HESTA Chair Nicola Roxon congratulated Ms Campo on

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16 Apr 2026

HESTA urges members to stay the course with investment strategy amid market volatility

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Around one year after the market shock caused by US tariff announcements, HESTA is urging its more than one million members to stay focused on their long-term retirement goals as global

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09 Apr 2026

$13.5 billion lost: the true cost for Aussies missing out on tax-free retirement

From HESTA

HESTA has launched a new white paper that highlights a significant blind spot in Australia’s retirement system. The white paper – Make the move: guiding members to tax-free retirement – is a

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01 Apr 2026

HESTA celebrates critical passage of LISTO legislation

From HESTA

“HESTA welcomes the passage of the Division 296 Super Bill as a significant step toward a fairer superannuation system for all Australians. “We are particularly excited to see the benefits

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12 Mar 2026

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