NZ’s Simplicity leads fee disruption, sees more coming
The founder of Simplicity, a new charity-run, ultra-low-cost fund for New Zealanders, delivered a brutal message for his Australian peers.
Proactive engagement puts the ‘S’ in ESG
Three experts share their tips on how super funds can improve their processes for pricing social risks in their portfolio.
Housing affordability worries shaping retirement plans
A new survey indicates public support may be growing for Labor’s plans to reform negative gearing rules, even among property investors.
Angela Emslie is AIST’s Trustee of the Year 2018
The Australian Institute of Trustees has honoured HESTA chair and responsible investment advocate Angela Emslie as Trustee of the Year 2018.
Photo gallery: CMSF 2018
Photographer Steven Pam captured photos of speakers on stage, and delegates out and about, at CMSF 2018.
Yassmin Abdel-Magied on beating bias
Author, engineer and broadcaster Yassmin Abdel-Magied delivered the Mavis Robertson Address at CMSF 2018. Her topic was “Beating bias”.
Big data reveals the conservatism of youth
Northern Trust’s analysis in the wake of a recent market correction provided valuable insights into how younger pension fund members behave.
Trustee of tomorrow needs holistic view of duties
Super fund directors of the future will need to retain public trust, embrace tech and expand their definition of members’ best interests.
AIST policy team has plenty on the go
Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees head of advocacy, Ailsa Goodwin, outlines what’s keeping her team busy in 2018.
Lessons on fund executive remuneration from North America
OTPP pays its investment staff top dollar and gets top results. A comparison with global giant CalPERS can provide insight for local funds.
Super system must adapt to gig economy
The union movement and super industry must act to shore up rights for workers in the gig economy if the system is to continue to thrive.
Super funds take too long with complaints: ASIC
As the new external dispute body prepares to launch, the regulator has flagged it may give funds less time to resolve disputes internally.
