Q-Strategies Superannuation

Build More for Your Future

A superannuation solution designed to help eligible Australian members manage retirement savings, receive permitted contributions, select from available investment options and track their account over the long term.

Long-Term Growth Focus investment returns are variable and not guaranteed
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Important investment information

The Q-Strategies return tiers shown below are designed to illustrate potential long-term outcomes using historical market performance, long-term investment experience and the modelling assumptions used in the calculator. Investment performance will vary over time and actual returns may be higher or lower than the scenarios shown. The figures are intended as a guide and are not guaranteed future returns.

Interactive Super Comparison

Compare Long-Term Modelled Outcomes

Adjust the inputs below to compare the Q-Strategies target-return model with current Moneysmart forward-looking superannuation assumptions. Historical performance from named funds is shown separately and is not used as a forecast.

High-return scenario warning

If achieved consistently and compounded monthly, 0.90%, 1.20% and 1.40% per month correspond to approximately 11.35%, 15.39% and 18.16% effective annual returns. Actual superannuation returns will not occur evenly, may be negative, and may be materially lower than these target scenarios.

AUD
Minimum modelled starting balance: AUD 100,000.
AUD 100,000AUD 2,000,000

This is the calculator range, not a legal cap on the super account. Actual minimum and maximum conditions are set by the PDS.

AUD
AUD 0AUD 5,000

Enter the amount actually credited after any applicable contribution tax or deductions. The model increases this contribution with the selected wage-inflation assumption over time.

Results are shown in today's dollars rather than unadjusted future dollars.

% p.a.

Default 3.7% p.a., consistent with ASIC RG 276's prescribed accumulation-phase default when relying on the superannuation-forecast relief. You can change it.

Moneysmart states these return assumptions are net of tax and investment fees. They are assumptions, not forecasts or guaranteed returns.

Tier 1 AUD 100,000 to under AUD 250,000 0.90% average monthly target scenario · approx. 11.35% effective p.a.
Tier 2 AUD 250,000 to under AUD 750,000 1.20% average monthly target scenario · approx. 15.39% effective p.a.
Tier 3 AUD 750,000+ 1.40% average monthly target scenario · approx. 18.16% effective p.a.
Q-Strategies modelled outcome See the projected difference created by the Q-Strategies target-return tiers.
Modelled balance difference AUD 0
Q-Strategies Growth Scenario

Dynamic Balance-Tier Growth Model

The model automatically moves through the Q-Strategies target-return tiers as the projected balance grows, making the impact of higher balance tiers easy to see.
0.90% avg/month
Starting tier: approximately 11.35% effective annual equivalent if the same monthly return occurred consistently for 12 months.
Modelled balance after 10 years — today's dollars AUD 0
Traditional Super Benchmark

Moneysmart Balanced Benchmark

Moneysmart Balanced modelling assumption.
6.10% p.a.
Forward-looking modelling assumption net of tax and investment fees. Actual returns vary and can be negative.
Modelled balance after 10 years — today's dollars AUD 0
Difference between modelled outcomes after 10 years AUD 0
This compares modelled outcomes only. Actual investment performance can vary.
Q-Strategies modelled balance AUD 0
Moneysmart modelled balance AUD 0
Modelled uplift vs benchmark 0%
Q-Strategies target scenario AUD 0
Moneysmart Balanced modelling assumption AUD 0
Starting balance AUD 100,000
Starting monthly contribution AUD 500
Inflation / wage-growth assumption 3.70% p.a.
Highest Q tier reached in model 0.90% avg/month
How the illustration works: The Q-Strategies side applies the applicable target monthly rate to the projected balance each month and moves to a higher target tier when the projected balance crosses AUD 250,000 or AUD 750,000. The Moneysmart benchmark converts the selected annual return assumption to a monthly equivalent. The same contribution stream is used on both sides. Contributions are increased with the selected annual wage-inflation assumption, and the ending balances are converted back to today's dollars using that same assumption.

Fee basis: Moneysmart's investment-return assumptions are stated as net of tax and investment fees. This illustration does not separately deduct administration fees, insurance premiums or advice fees from either side. Before publishing, the approved Q-Strategies PDS must confirm the basis on which its target returns are quoted and the page should be updated if that basis differs.
Do not treat the modelled result as a prediction.

The calculator applies smooth return assumptions for illustration. Real investment markets are volatile. Returns can be materially lower, higher or negative, fees and taxes can change, contributions can change, and the Q-Strategies target return may not be achieved. Consider the PDS, TMD, fees, investment risk and your circumstances before making a decision.

Traditional Super Fees & Costs

What a Traditional Super Fund May Charge

Traditional super funds commonly charge administration fees and investment-related costs. Some members may also pay insurance, advice or activity-based fees depending on their account and the services they use.

AUD
AUD 100,000AUD 2,000,000
Moneysmart's current default super calculator assumption: AUD 59 p.a. + 0.11% p.a. of account balance for administration fees. The Moneysmart investment-return assumptions used elsewhere on this page are already stated net of investment fees.
Estimated annual admin fee AUD 169 Based on AUD 59 + 0.11% of the illustrated balance.
Approx. monthly equivalent AUD 14 Annual administration estimate divided by 12 for illustration.
Investment fee treatment Built into return Moneysmart's modelled investment-return assumptions are net of investment fees.

Administration fees

Ongoing costs of administering the member account. These may include a fixed dollar amount, a percentage of the account balance, or a combination of both.

Investment fees & transaction costs

Costs associated with managing the investment portfolio, including investment management and transaction costs. These are often reflected in investment returns.

Insurance premiums

Death, TPD or income-protection premiums may be deducted from a member's account where insurance cover applies. The amount depends on the cover and member profile.

Advice & member activity fees

Additional costs can apply for personal financial advice, investment switching, buy/sell spreads or other member-initiated services depending on the fund.

Fee comparison basis: The figures above are a neutral illustration using Moneysmart's current default administration-fee assumption rather than a claim that every traditional fund charges the same amount. Actual fees vary by fund, investment option, balance, insurance and services used. The illustration does not imply that Q-Strategies has no fees; Q-Strategies fees and costs should be considered separately under the applicable product terms.

Historical Market References

Recent Long-Term Performance From Established Funds

These are historical performance references only. They are deliberately kept separate from the forward-looking calculator and are not used to project future balances.

Fund Investment option 10-year average Period / basis
AustralianSuper Balanced 8.47% p.a. 10 years to 30 Jun 2026; historical performance
Hostplus Balanced (MySuper) 8.90% p.a. 10 years to 30 Jun 2026; net investment return after investment-related fees, costs and taxes; other fees may apply
UniSuper Balanced 8.30% p.a. 10 years to 30 Jun 2026; historical performance; account-based fees may be additional

Q-Strategies Super

What Members Should Review Before Joining

The final product features must match the approved PDS and fund rules.

01

Investment Strategy

Review the available investment options, asset allocation, target return, risk level and recommended minimum investment timeframe in the PDS.

02

Fees, Costs & Insurance

Consider administration fees, investment fees and costs, transaction costs, insurance premiums and any advice fees that may reduce your account balance.

03

Contributions & Account Access

Check which employer, personal and rollover contributions the fund accepts, how your account is administered and when super can legally be accessed.

Super in Australia

Key Things Members Should Know

12%

Super Guarantee

The statutory Super Guarantee rate is 12% for 2026–27, subject to the applicable eligibility and qualifying-earnings rules.

PAY

Payday Super

From 1 July 2026, employers generally pay Super Guarantee on payday and contributions generally need to be received by the employee's super fund within 7 business days, subject to applicable exceptions.

R

Risk & Preservation

Super is invested and can fall in value. It is also generally preserved until a legal condition of release is satisfied.

Important Information

Superannuation Account Terms & Conditions

This website summary must be read together with the current Product Disclosure Statement, Target Market Determination, investment guide, insurance guide, fee disclosures, fund rules and any member account confirmation.

1. Legal product, trustee and eligibility
  • Membership is governed by the fund's trust deed, governing rules, current Product Disclosure Statement and applicable superannuation law.
  • Applicants must meet the fund's eligibility, identification and acceptance requirements before an account is established.
  • The fund may request additional identity, residency, employment, tax or source-of-funds information where reasonably required to administer the account or satisfy legal obligations.
  • Providing a Tax File Number is generally voluntary, but choosing not to provide it may affect the fund's ability to accept certain contributions or may result in additional tax being withheld where applicable.
  • Employer, personal, rollover and other contributions are only accepted where permitted by law and by the fund's current contribution acceptance rules.
  • Rollovers from another superannuation fund remain subject to successful verification, matching of member details and the transferring fund's processing requirements.
  • The fund may place temporary restrictions on transactions or account access while identity, contribution, rollover or compliance checks are being completed.
  • Members are responsible for keeping their contact, tax, beneficiary and other account information accurate and up to date.
  • Electronic communications, online statements and digital account access may be used where permitted, subject to the member's communication preferences and applicable law.
  • The calculator begins at AUD 100,000 for scenario modelling. This does not itself establish the product's legal minimum balance; the actual minimum is [PRODUCT MINIMUM / SEE PDS].
  • Acceptance of an application does not guarantee that every contribution, rollover, investment instruction or insurance request will be accepted.
  • Applications, contributions or transactions may be declined, delayed or restricted where required by law, sanctions controls, AML/CTF obligations, fraud-prevention controls, operational requirements or fund policy.
2. Contributions
  • The account may accept eligible employer, salary-sacrifice, personal, rollover and other permitted superannuation contributions as set out in the PDS.
  • Contribution caps, tax treatment, age restrictions and acceptance rules apply.
  • Concessional contributions may be subject to contributions tax and additional tax may apply in some circumstances.
  • Members are responsible for monitoring contributions across all of their superannuation interests where required.
3. Investment options, target returns and risk
  • Superannuation savings are invested according to the selected investment option or the fund's default option where no choice is made.
  • Investment values can rise or fall. Returns can be positive or negative and are not fixed interest.
  • The 0.90%, 1.20% and 1.40% average-monthly figures on this page are target-return modelling scenarios only unless the approved PDS states otherwise.
  • A target or objective is not a promise, forecast or guarantee that the return will be achieved.
  • The balance-tier mechanism must be described consistently with the approved investment strategy and PDS before publication.
  • Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
4. Fees and costs

Administration fees, investment fees and costs, transaction costs, advice fees and other fees may apply. Insurance premiums may also be deducted where insurance is held. The calculator does not presently deduct account-level administration, insurance or advice costs from either comparison side. Insert the actual Q-Strategies fee basis and update the calculator before publication if required by the PDS.

5. Insurance through super

If insurance is available, death, total and permanent disability and/or income protection cover is governed by the applicable policy, PDS and fund rules. Eligibility, premiums, exclusions, waiting periods, benefit periods and cancellation rules should be reviewed before relying on cover.

6. Consolidating or transferring super

Members may be able to transfer eligible superannuation benefits from another fund. Before consolidating, consider whether transferring could affect insurance, employer benefits, investment features, fees or other rights attached to the existing account.

7. Accessing super

Superannuation is generally preserved for retirement and can only be released where a condition of release under Australian law is satisfied. Early access is limited to specific circumstances permitted by law.

8. Tax

Contributions, investment earnings and benefit payments may be subject to tax. Tax treatment depends on the contribution type, member circumstances and current law. Members should obtain tax advice where appropriate.

9. Beneficiaries

Members may be able to nominate beneficiaries in accordance with the fund's rules. Binding and non-binding nomination requirements, expiry rules and trustee discretion may apply depending on the nomination type.

10. Account security, privacy and communications

Members are responsible for protecting account credentials and promptly reporting suspected unauthorised access. Personal information is handled under the applicable privacy policy and law. Statements and notices may be provided electronically where permitted.

11. Complaints and dispute resolution

Complaints should first be made through the fund's internal dispute-resolution process. Where applicable, unresolved complaints may be referred to the external dispute-resolution body identified in the PDS, Financial Services Guide or complaints policy.

12. Calculator and comparison methodology
  • The calculator is an illustration and not a prediction of a member's actual retirement balance.
  • Results are shown in today's dollars using the selected inflation / wage-growth assumption, defaulting to 3.7% p.a.
  • The Q-Strategies model applies the target tier dynamically as the projected balance crosses the stated thresholds.
  • The benchmark uses current Moneysmart forward-looking investment-return assumptions, not named funds' historical returns.
  • Named-fund historical results are displayed separately and are not used as future-return forecasts.
  • Account-level administration, insurance and advice costs are not currently deducted from either side.
  • Users can change the inflation assumption. Actual outcomes will depend on investment performance, fees, tax, contributions, withdrawals and other factors.
13. General information and product documents

Information on this page is general information only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before joining, switching funds or selecting an investment option, read the current PDS and TMD and consider whether the product is appropriate for you. Consider obtaining licensed financial advice where appropriate.

Before You Join

Review the Product Documents

Consider the investment strategy, risk, fees, insurance, eligibility and product documents before deciding whether this superannuation product is appropriate for you.

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