Super resources

Read this fact sheet for information on Family Law matters and how they will be handled by Media Super.

Contributions splitting allows members to transfer eligible contributions from their own super account to an account in the name of their spouse in a complying superannuation fund.

If you are self-employed or a freelance or contract worker – Media Super can help you understand your super and tax options, and what you can do to maximise your retirement savings.

Use this form to transfer another superannuation account into Media Super.

You can also consolidate your super accounts online.

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Use this form to:

• cancel all or part of your insurance cover
• decrease your insurance cover

You can also cancel all or part of your insurance cover online by logging into your account and heading to the 'Insurance' page.

Issued July 2021

Changes to insurance from 1 July 2021
Before making any changes to your insurance cover, please ensure you understand the insurance changes that came into effect on 1 July 2021 and how they may have impact your insurance cover, including premiums. You can find full details of the changes by reading the Significant Event Notice dated 11 May 2021. If you have any questions, please call the Helpline on 1800 640 886.

This fact sheet provides high-level, fund-specific insurance information in relation to our automatic insurance cover for Media Super employer-sponsored members in a format that is consistent across the industry, to help members to better understand their cover and to compare cover across different superannuation funds.

Media Super members can access cost-effective insurance cover – make sure you and your family are adequately protected.

Issued 1 July 2021

Media Super is the fund for your industry – providing value and service. Your membership also entitles you to a range of other benefits.

Issued 1 July 2021

Plan for the lifestyle you want in retirement, and the savings you’ll need to achieve this.

Issued 1 July 2021

Being made redundant can be a confusing time. A lot of decisions need to be made, but the good news is your Media Super account will be unaffected.

Updated 1 July 2021

Use this form if you would like to become a member of Media Super.

You should read the Media Super Member Guide Product Disclosure Statement before investing with Media Super.

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The Federal Government handed down the budget on 11 May 2021, which includes a number of proposed changes to superannuation.

From 1 July 2021, some aspects of Media Super’s insurance will change, including the cost of cover and the waiting period and benefit period for default Income Protection.

Complete this form if you’d like to keep your current Income Protection:

• 30-day waiting period, and
• 5-year benefit period (or 2 years if aged 63 or older at the date of disability)

We need to receive your completed form by 30 June 2021 (or the date specified in the letter or email we sent you about the changes). If we do, your waiting and benefit periods won’t change, and you’ll pay more for this cover from 1 July 2021.

Use this form to receive a payment from your superannuation account if:

• you are at least preservation age, have ceased employment and intend to permanently retire from the workforce
• you are at least 60 years of age and have ceased employment since attaining age 60
• you wish to roll your Media Super balance to another superannuation fund
• you have been accepted for Total and Permanent Disablement.

Issued April 2021

Media Super members have access to an integrated range of financial advice services. From general enquiries about insurance or salary sacrifice, to the development of a comprehensive retirement savings plan, we’re here to help.

Use this form to make your initial investment choice or change your investment choice. You can also change your investments online by logging in to your online account.

Once a request to change your investment option(s) is received by Media Super, it cannot be withdrawn. Your switch will usually be processed on the Wednesday following the week it is requested. If for any reason updated unit prices are not available on the Wednesday, your switch will be processed on the first subsequent business day that updated unit prices become available. The unit prices on the day your switch is processed will be applied.

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Issued March 2021

If you change your job, whether voluntarily or not, there could be implications for your super. Take the time to find out about and plan for your retirement savings.

Understand the criteria for accessing your super when you retire, as well as special circumstances when you may be able to access your super early.

As a member of Media Super (the Fund), you can contribute to the Fund on behalf of your spouse. You will need to complete this form each time you make a lump sum contribution.

Updated 10 July 2020

Fill out this form if you wish to pay a lump sum contribution into your Media Super account.

Updated 10 July 2020

Any business making superannuation contributions on behalf of its staff can register as an employer with Media Super. Additionally, any member of your staff can become a Media Super member, regardless of their occupation. Our entire team is dedicated to making super easier or you.

Issued December 2020.

Make sure your super and insurance are distributed according to your wishes in the event of your death – nominate a beneficiary.

Issued November 2019.

Take control and manage your super investment through a range of ASX300 listed shares, exchange-traded funds and term deposits.

Combining other superannuation funds into your Media Super account can make managing your retirement savings simpler and cheaper and now you can combine online or over the phone.

Binding Beneficiaries form - note: Binding Beneficiaries expire every three years.

Updated July 2020

Use this form if you would like to split your super contributions into your spouse's super account.

Issued November 2019

Use this form to change your personal details, eg, name and/or address.

Note: Name changes can not not be processed online, please complete this form.

Updated 18 July, 2020

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Use this form for early release of super benefits on grounds of severe financial hardship.

Updated 18 July 2020

Use this form for early release of super benefits on grounds of permanent incapacity.

Note, this form does not apply to claims for insurance benefits covering disablement. If you have insurance cover with Media Super, please contact us to obtain the applicable forms.

Updated 18 July 2020.

Use this form if you wish to make an election to keep your insurance cover within Media Super.

Updated November 2020.

Changes to insurance from 1 July 2021
Before making any changes to your insurance cover, please ensure you understand the insurance changes taking effect on 1 July 2021 and how they may impact your insurance cover. You can find full details of the changes by reading the Significant Event Notice dated 11 May 2021. If you have any questions, please call the Helpline on 1800 640 886.

Use this form to advise Media Super of Family Law instructions regarding a payment of entitlement.

Updated 18 July 2020.

Use this form to nominate who you would like to receive your death benefit if you die while a member of Media Super. Your nominee(s) must be a Dependant and/or your legal personal representative. You can update your nomination of preferred beneficiaries any time.

18 July, 2020

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Use this form to break your Term Deposit investment option prior to maturity.

Updated 18 July 2020

Use this form to tell your employer to pay your contributions into your Media Super account.

The Letter of Compliance, confirming that Media Super is a complying fund as required under the Choice of Fund legislation, can be found on the back of the Standard Choice Form.

The Financial Services Guide (FSG) is an important document that we, as a provider of financial services holding an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL), are required to give to you before we provide a financial service.

Updated 4 February 2020.

Updated June 2019