We’ve got an ever-growing collection of quick videos to help you navigate your super.
Super basics
Growing your super is easy when you understand a bit about how super works.
Getting started
If you’re new to ElectricSuper or new to the workforce, there are some basics about super you should know so you can make the most informed decisions.
How much super do I need at retirement?
Some tips and tricks to boost your super now.
(1:20 minutes)
Am I in the right investment option?
Learn about the importance of choosing an investment option that suits you.
(1:20 minutes)
Putting extra in to your super when you're starting out
Find out what difference a small contribution at the start of your working life could make for your retirement.
(1:53 minutes)
Swapping 1 coffee for your future
We fact check if putting the cost of your daily cup of coffee into your super makes a difference at retirement.
(1:08 minutes)
How much can I put into my super?
There are limits to the amount you and your employer can contribute to your super each year. Find out more about the limit for this year.
(1:52 minutes)
Does delaying make a difference?
What kind of difference can putting money into your super earlier make? Find out in this video.
(2:50 minutes)
Are you on track?
It’s good to check in now and again to make sure your super is tracking for the lifestyle you want in retirement.
How much can I put into my super?
There are limits to what you can put into your super each year. Find out about one of the caps for this year here.
(1:52 minutes)
What are the Transfer Balance and Total Super Balance caps?
Two different caps could impact on your super, both before retirement and when you come to retire.
(1:49 minutes)
For renters: When "not enough" might be enough
Find out more about what impact renting and a modest super balance can have on life in retirement.
(2:07 minutes)
For homeowners: When "not enough" might be enough
See what having a smaller super balance at retirement may mean for your lifestyle once you’ve retired.
(2:02 minutes)
Preparing for Retirement
As you get closer to retirement, there’s a lot to think about. Our videos are designed to help simplify things for you.
Recontribution Strategies explained
Depending on your age and situation, recontribution could be an option to help you make more of your super.
(2:27 minutes)
Leaving your super to your adult children or other non-tax dependants
Minimise the tax your adult children or others pay if they inherit your super
(1:32 minutes)
Retirement is about more than money
Get some tips about spending time in retirement – how are you going to spend your time?
(2:41 minutes)
The rules around accessing your super
There are various rules that apply around when and how you can access your super at retirement (or at retirement age).
(5:00 minutes)
Planning for aged care at retirement
There is a lot to think about at retirement – getting more information about potential future costs of aged care can help you make good decisions now, when it’s still decades away.
(4:29 minutes)
When you're retired
Once you are retired, there are still choices and options available for you and your super.
Taking lump sums from an income stream: if you have a larger balance
See some examples of what happens if you access lump sums from your income stream, if you had a larger starting balance.
(3:24 minutes)
Taking lump sums from an income stream: if you have a moderate balance
See some examples of what happens if you access lump sums from your income stream, if you had a moderate starting balance.
(3:19 minutes)
Money in super after you've retired
It may be possible to put money into super even after you’ve started claiming your benefit.
(2:10 minutes)
Covering medical expenses using an Income Stream
You may be able to use your Income Stream if you need to pay for medical expenses.
(2:23 minutes)
Aged care
To help you in the next step in the journey, either for you or your parents or others, we’ve put together a few quick videos to provide basic information.
How To Guides
There is so much you can do online in the secure member portal. Our videos will help guide you, step-by-step.
Make a lump sum withdrawal from your pension
Retirement Income Stream members can make a lump sum withdrawal from their Income Stream account online.
(35 seconds)
Rollover from another fund (using the portal)
See how to roll super over from another fund into ElectricSuper using the online portal.
(56 seconds)
Rollover from another fund (using the myGov)
See how to roll super over from another fund into ElectricSuper using the online portal and myGov.
(58 seconds)
How to make or change contributions (for defined benefit members)
Learn how to use the form to make or change your compulsory or voluntary contributions – for defined benefit members.
(1:04 minutes)
How to make or change contributions (for accumulation members)
Learn how to use the form to make or change your voluntary contributions – for accumulation members.
(44 seconds)
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