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ACSuper is an employer sponsored superannuation fund providing superannuation, investment and insurance services to employers and their staff. Whilst open to all employers, the Fund specialises in assisting those within the church and charitable sector.
Established in 1994, the Fund was initially formed by the Assemblies of God church to assist its churches and ministers in the provision of retirement benefits. This mandate has now been broadened and the Fund’s membership has grown to approximately 900 employers and 4,000 members around Australia.
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Astarra
The fund outsources it’s members & employers administration services to ASI Administration Limited (ASTARRA). Astarra is located in Albury, NSW.
What can you expect from Astarra?
Their focus is clearly on ensuring every employer and member receives the service that they should expect and that the communication lines are well maintained between all parties.
Their over-riding focus is on ensuring that “super” is easy for all. This means:
- Focused communications that are easy to read and understand.
- Simple processes for employers.
- Easy access for members to people who can help them with their queries.
- To be a leading fund of choice for the Christian and Charitable Community.
Contact Details
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1800 856 653 (Freecall)
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02 6041 9390 (Direct)
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Write to:
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ACSuper
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PO Box 3401
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Albury NSW 2640
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Fax:
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02 6041 9355
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Email:
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Click here to send email
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ACSuper had engaged Australian Christian Services (ACS) to provide management, marketing and secretarial support.
What can I expect from ACS?
ACS provides:
- Overall management of the fund, ensuring that it complies with its licence requirements;
- Provides investment management services;
- A Business Development Manager is assigned to market/promote the fund as well as provide education support to members and employers. Please contact James Sookun on the below details.
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Phone:
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1800 646 777 (Freecall)
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03 9837 2255 (Direct)
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Write to:
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ACSuper
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PO Box 336
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Mitcham VIC 3132
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Fax:
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03 9873 4565
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Email:
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Click here to send email
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ACSuper has engaged Australian Christian Services (ACS) to help facilitate financial planning for members.
What can I expect from ACS Funds Management?
ACS can refer any financial planning queries to a qualified financial adviser (Note: A fee is incurred if you proceed to a formal consultation)
Contact Details
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Phone:
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1800 646 777 (Freecall)
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03 9837 2255 (Direct)
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Write to:
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Australian Christian Services
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PO Box 336
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Mitcham VIC 3132
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Fax:
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03 9837 4311
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Email:
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Click here to send email
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ACSuper provides Group Life and Income Protection services via MetLife Insurance Limited
What can I expect from MetLife?
MetLife provides eligible members with automatic group life and income protection cover unless they opt out. In addition MetLife provides members with the option to increase their cover.
Contact Details
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Phone:
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1800 856 653 (Freecall)
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02 6041 9390 (Direct)
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Write to:
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ACSuper
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PO Box 3401
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Albury NSW 2640
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Fax:
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02 6041 9355
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Email:
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Click here to send email
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Investments & Investment Managers
ACSuper has a combination of direct and managed investments. The Fund’s direct investments include Direct Property, Cash and Fixed Interest, and Securities. Details of current Investment Managers are given on page 15 of the Member Booklet - PDS.
The Fund has appointed Australian Christian Services Pty Ltd to actively manage its investment policies and mandates.
Ethical Options and Christian Value Bias
As a Christian based fund, ACSuper has a strong emphasis on investing in line with Christian values and standards. See ACSuper Ethical Investment Policy on page 21 of the Member Booklet - PDS.
Whilst we do not currently enforce ethical screening on all of our investments, the Fund does encourage members to make the most of our ethical options and provides free advice (via Australian Christian Services AFSL 247388), for those who wish to tailor their investment to be more actively and ethically focused.
In addition to providing members with ethical options and screening within the Australian and International Shares asset classes, the Fund also invests directly and uses its influence as a large investor to make a difference in other ways, including actively seeking private equity investments in Health and Aged Care sectors.
ACSuper is a member of the Responsible Investment Association Australasia, (www.responsibleinvestment.org).
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