CareSuper has a number of governance policies and documents including, but not limited to, the Trust Deed, Board and Committee Charters and Constitution. These policies can be viewed on our website.

The Trustee’s approach to managing the Fund is detailed in the corporate governance framework, which consists of a number of these documents. They outline the powers and responsibilities vested in the Trustee (CARE Super Pty Ltd) and how the Trustee will operate. This includes provisions for the appointment and removal of Directors. The Board Charter outlines the principle functions, policies and operations of the Board.

Privacy Policy

The Trustee has recently updated the Fund’s Privacy Policy effective November 2016. This policy can be viewed on the website here.

Compliance

CARE Super is a regulated superannuation fund under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993. The Trustee will continue to operate in accordance with all statutory requirements of superannuation, taxation and other relevant legislation.

Risk Management Framework

As part of the overall governance of the Fund, CareSuper has developed a Risk Management Framework that covers risks across all operations. The framework is actively managed and reviewed by the Board and Committees. The material risks covered by this framework include investment governance, liquidity, insurance, fraud, operations, strategy and outsourcing. In addition, ongoing monitoring includes a risk radar to identify any potential future risks.

Related parties

CARE Super Pty Ltd is a shareholder of ISPT Pty Ltd and Industry Super Holdings Pty Ltd (ISH). ISH is the holding company for IFM Holdings Pty Ltd (IFM), Industry Super Australia Pty Ltd and Industry Fund Services Ltd. CARE Super Pty Ltd invests in products of ISPT, IGIPT Pty Ltd and IFM. All investments are made at arm’s length and on standard commercial terms, after appropriate due diligence, and carry the recommendation of our independent asset consultant. Industry Fund Services Ltd (IFS) has a number of subsidiaries including Industry Funds Investments Ltd, Super Members Investments Ltd and IFS Insurance Solutions Pty Ltd. CARE Super Pty Ltd engages the services of a number of these entities.

CARE Super Pty Ltd (Trustee) ABN 91 006 670 060 AFSL 235226 RSE L0000956 CARE Super (Fund) ABN 98 172 275 725
Disclaimer: This Annual Report is issued by the Trustee of CARE Super, CARE Super Pty Ltd ABN 91 006 670 060, the holder of Australian Financial Services Licence 235226.
The information contained in this Annual Report is about CARE Super and is not intended as financial advice. It does not take into account specific needs, so members should look at their own personal position, objectives and requirements before taking any action. This Annual Report to members is a regulated document that summarises the fund’s performance over the past year. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance and you should consider other factors before choosing a fund or changing your investments. The Trust Deed is the legal document governing your superannuation benefit. Other information about CARE Super: a copy of the Trust Deed, Investment Policy Statement, the Fund’s audited accounts are available upon request. You should also obtain and read the Product Disclosure Statement before making any investment decision. If you would like to see these documents, please go to caresuper.com.au or call the CareSuperLine on 1300 360 149.