Sunsuper earns award



Industry fund Sunsuper has this week gone back-to-back in being rated the best value superannuation fund in Australia.
The rating, issued by SuperRatings, saw Sunsuper awarded for a second year in succession after being measured against a field of 450 other superannuation products.
Announcing the award, SuperRatings chief executive Nathan MacPhee said the fund had been recognised for its solid investment performance and competitive fees.
As well, he said Sunsuper had been recognised as being a market leader in relation to engagement, advice and communication for and with members.
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