10-year return
8.09% p.a.[P1]
1-year return
6.56%[P2]
How Aware Super compares to other funds
When comparing superannuation funds, you should consider overall performance, fees and costs.
A net return analysis is a great way to compare apples with apples when it comes to superannuation. This calculation compares super products based on returns delivered over a period of time after all fees, costs and taxes.
This graph assumes the following; a $50,000 starting account balance; employer contributions based on a starting salary of $50,000 p.a.; salary increases of 3.5% p.a. and contributions tax of 15%. The Net Benefit refers to a member's investment earnings over the time period of 15 years to 31 March 2025, less any administration, investment and member fees for options within the SuperRatings Growth Index (77-90% growth allocation). The net benefit compares Aware Super to the median of 63, 58 and 46 Not for Profit funds over 7, 10 and 15 years and 164, 120 and 59 all super funds over 7, 10 and 15 years which is inclusive of Retail, Industry, Corporate and Government funds. Net Benefit provided by SuperRatings’ Net Benefit Tool, accessed 17 February 2025.’ Past performance is not a reliable indicator or a guarantee of future performance. Outcomes vary between individual funds. View net benefit methodology
MySuper Lifecycle. It really does revolve around you.
MySuper Lifecycle will fine-tune your investment mix over time to help you retire with more. It’s a smart investment approach that puts you at its centre.
After you turn 56, it will automatically reduce your exposure to market ups-and-downs. This makes your super less risky as your start to think about retirement.
This is the default strategy for all members, but you can opt out at any time and fine-tune your investments in Member Online.
Ultra Long-Term Performance
Money magazine’s Ultra Long-Term Performance 2024 award recognises Aware Super’s ability to deliver ultra long-term performance through a highly diversified portfolio constructed to deliver consistently sound returns.
Lifetime Return 2024
The award recognises Aware Super’s ability to generate strong positive returns across a member’s entire lifetime, while also factoring in the level of risk members are exposed to as they approach retirement. Read more on their website.
[P1] Aware Super's High Growth option return over 10 years to 31 March 2025. SuperRatings Fund Crediting Rate Survey, March 2025. Based on the SR50 Growth (77-90) Index. Returns are after tax and investment management expenses but before the deduction of administration fees. Past performance is not an indicator of future performance.
[P2] Aware Super’s High Growth option return over 1 year to 31 March 2025. SuperRatings Fund Crediting Rate Survey, March 2025. Based on the SR50 Growth (77-90) Index. Returns are after tax and investment management expenses but before the deduction of administration fees. Past performance is not an indicator of future performance.