Wed 9 May, 2012
Stronger Super was announced by the Government on 21 September 2011 and is one of the most significant reforms to superannuation since the introduction of the compulsory super contributions in 1992.
Here you will find an update on all the important changes that are taking place this year.
Wed 9 May, 2012
Treasurer Wayne Swan presented his fifth consecutive Federal Budget on 8 May 2012. At first glance it seems the government has used a combination of spending cuts and a deferment of others, as well as new revenue-raising tactics to meet its pledge to return the nation’s budget to surplus. We've outlined of the key outcomes of the budget that we believe may impact you.
Tue 9 Aug, 2011
The last few weeks, and in particular recent days, have seen some quite dramatic events and market movements around the world.
Fri 5 Aug, 2011
Our Balanced investment option has delivered a double-digit return of 10.11% for the financial year ending June 30 2011.
Thu 14 Jul, 2011
Recent media attention has focussed on the risk of identity fraud faced by financial institutions and members of Australian Superannuation Funds.
Tue 30 Nov, 2010
HOSTPLUS has two new initiatives designed to deliver innovation and greater benefits for our members.
Wed 14 Jan, 2009
Scott Pape talks to Gen Y on the global financial crisis
Listen to Scott Pape the barefoot investor talk about the efffects of the global financial crisis on Gen Y.
Tue 22 May, 2007
Following the success of HOSTPLUS' 2006 national advertising campaign, a new TV advertisment has kicked off highlighting the achievements of HOSTPLUS.
Mon 14 May, 2007
Recent sweeping changes to superannuation will affect all Australians. These changes may have affected your super investment.
Fri 11 May, 2007
This is a new tax introduced by the government from 1 July 2007. If your super fund has not received your Tax File Number (TFN) and your contributions for the year are in excess of $1,000, the fund must deduct an additional tax of 31.5% (including Medicare levy) on top of the usual 15% contributions tax. The additional tax will be deducted each year as at 30 June or upon exiting HOSTPLUS.
Wed 28 Feb, 2007
HOSTPLUS today announced that David Elmslie, B.Comm, LLB, CA has been formally appointed as Independent Chairman of the 750,000-member strong industry super fund for hospitality, tourism, recreation and sport.
Tue 27 Feb, 2007
The SuperRatings Fund of the Year 2006/07 winner and the 2007 Money magazine's Best of the Best award winner for Best Super Fund Manager, today announced two major changes to its investment option selection.
Wed 13 Dec, 2006
Research released today, shows that industry super funds could deliver $127,000 more retirement dollars to their members, than retail master trusts.
Wed 6 Dec, 2006
HOSTPLUS is winner of the 2007 Best Super Fund Manager in Money Magazine’s Best of the Best Awards.