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CONTROL OVER HOW
YOUR SUPER IS INVESTED

Hostplus offers a wide range of investment options, allowing you to choose an option that’s right for you based on your  investment time frame, long-term goals and risk appetite. 

TAKE CONTROL

If you're ready to take greater control of your super, Hostplus offers flexible investment options to suit your risk profile and financial goals - including Signature pre-designed options, low-cost index-tracked choices, and individual Sector or Market options. Alternatively, the Lifecycle option automatically adjusts your investments based on your age and risk appetite.

I don’t want to make an investment choice​

Choose the Hostplus Balanced option - selected by more than xx% of all members.

I want a low- cost diversified option that suits my risk appetite

Choose from our range of Indexed option​s - High Growth, Balanced, Defensive, Capital Stable, Conservative Balanced, Growth

I’d like to pick and mix options to suit my risk appetite​ and investment style

Pick and mix from ​​a range of options that ofer varying levels of choice & control over your investment.

I want to invest in options that are aligned to my values

Socially Responsible Investment option​s include High Growth,  Balanced & Defensive setting options.

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I want to invest in direct shares, ETFs and/or term deposits through my portfolio​

Choiceplus is an investment option that puts you in the driver’s seat when it comes to managing your super or pension. You can invest directly in Australian shares on the S&P/ASX 300 Index, selected exchange traded funds (ETFs), listed investment companies (LICs) or term deposits – you make the decision. What’s more, you can invest in Choiceplus while maintaining your investments in other Hostplus options.  

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I want an investment option which automatically reduces allocation to growth assets as I age

The Lifecycle investment option+ is focused on growing your balance faster when you are younger and helping to protect your balance as you approach retirement.+ Not available to Hostplus Pension or Transition to Retirement members or Maritime Contributory Accumulation members who joined before 1 July 2008 and have not waived their Protected Minimum Benefit.

I have a Self-Managed Super Fund but I want to invest in selected Hostplus investments

SMI is designed for Self Managed Super Funds (SMSF) investors who enjoy the control and flexibility of their SMSF, but want access to Hostplus’ unique assets and proven investment expertise. Adding Hostplus investment expertise to your SMSF portfolio creates a powerful investment solution.


MySuper

The government defines MySuper as a simple, cost-effective, balanced superannuation product designed for members who want to leave the investment decisions to their superannuation fund.

If you don’t make any investment choice, your super will be invested in our MySuper investment option.

Hostplus MySuper option

The Balanced option is our MySuper investment option, and over a million Hostplus members are invested in this option. It’s an award-winning investment option¹ and a top performer over the long term.²

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Make an informed choice

Learn more about our different investment options in our detailed guides. 

A long-term investor

From renewable energy to nation-building infrastructure, venture capital to emerging technology, we’re investing in projects and assets that aim to derive strong investment returns for our members. 

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Award-winning performance

We work tirelessly to ensure our members can have the future they deserve – and that includes creating investment options with strong long-term returns. Learn more about the performance of our investment options.*

*Awards and ratings are only one factor to consider when choosing a super fund. Visit hostplus.com.au/awards to learn more about our awards. Past performance is not an indicator of future performance.


Ready to join? Online applications only take five minutes.

Or call us on 1300 467 875 8am – 8pm (AEST/AEDT), Monday to Friday.


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Make the most of your investments

The right advice can be priceless. If you want to understand the investment options that can help you meet your goals, it might be time to speak to an expert. Our specialist financial planners are here to help – so you can plan for a future full of good stuff.

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Prefer online? Try SuperSmart

We offer access to education and tailored advice through SuperSmart.
This interactive platform is available via Member Online at no additional cost.

Your Future, Your Super

Learn about the legislation changes that simplify and improve superannuation for all Australians, and what they mean for you.

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MySuper dashboard

Each super fund’s default investment option is known as MySuper. Learn about our award-winning Balanced investment option and how it compares to other funds’ MySuper options.