News

• (15.05.12)

  Scheduled maintenance for GESB's online services on 19 May 2012

  Due to scheduled maintenance to GESB's online services, the GESB website, Member Online and Employer Online will be unavailable on Saturday 19 May 2012 between 6am and 8pm.

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• (10.05.12)

  What the Budget means for your super

  Treasurer Wayne Swan delivered his fifth Federal Budget on 8 May 2012, describing Australia as "a beacon of resilience, stability and success". In a Budget focused on families and the ageing, Swan continued to position superannuation as the primary vehicle to plan and save for retirement. An explanation of the changes affecting superannuation is provided.
  

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• (03.05.12)

  GESB announces new investment managers and asset classes

  On 2 April 2012, GESB introduced two new investment asset classes. These were the global government bond and global investment grade bond.

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• (30.04.12)

  Co-contributions scheme proposed to change for 2012/13 financial year

  The Commonwealth Government has proposed changes to the co-contributions scheme which will see a reduction in entitlements for future financial years. This includes a reduction in the maximum income threshold as well as the maximum amount the government will contribute.

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• (18.04.12)

  Quarterly invesment update, March 2012, now available

  Stronger US economic data heralded an upbeat start to the 2012 calendar year, with all major sharemarkets rallying throughout January and February. By early March, however, sharemarkets faltered as investors witnessed the scramble to secure a Greek debt rescue package.

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• (17.04.12)

  Salary Continuance Insurance premium reduction for GESB Super and West State Super members

  At GESB we're working hard to give you value for money. We've now reduced costs to you even further by negotiating lower premiums with our insure, AIA Australia. If you hold Salary Continuance Insurance, you will benefit from a 12.9% premium reduction, while still retaining your existing level of cover.

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• (02.04.12)

  Choice of Super was introduced on 30 March 2012

  Choice of Super was introduced for WA public sector employees on 30 March 2012. This means you can do nothing and stay with GESB's great schemes, or choose another super provider. Make sure you're making the right choice for your future by finding out what benefits and opportunities your GESB super scheme offers. Some of GESB's schemes are unique and are now closed to new members.

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• (06.03.12)

  Statements now available

  Member statements for December 2011 are now available. You can access your statement through Member Online.

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