Epic Retirement Tick

Brighter Super has received the 2026/27 Epic Retirement Tick, recognising the support offered to help members prepare for and live confidently in retirement.

It’s the second year in a row Brighter Super has received the Tick and this year, the standard was even higher.

This year, the assessment expanded from 18 to 20 criteria, covering key areas:

• Product design and investments
• Performance and fees
• Education, guidance and advice
• Service delivery

Funds needed to demonstrate a high standard of support across the assessment criteria to receive the 2026/27 Tick, with the benchmark increasing this year.

Brighter Super was one of eight funds to earn the 2026/27 Epic Retirement Tick, following an assessment of 45 APRA-regulated super funds. Brighter Super met 15 of the 20 available Ticks – the equal-highest result among the funds assessed – up from 13 of 18 last year.

For members, the Tick recognises that Brighter Super meets a high standard across the products, advice, tools and services that can help them prepare for and enjoy retirement.

Where Brighter Super performed strongly

The report recognised Brighter Super for:

• Competitive long-term investment performance and administration fees
• A pre-mixed retirement investment strategy designed to provide a mix of growth and stability
• A broad range of advice support, from help with simpler questions through to more comprehensive advice
• Giving Pension members the ability to complete most important transactions online
• Strong service across account setup and changes, the contact centre and payments
• Strong cyber security and fraud prevention, supported by external certification

These areas can make a real difference when you are planning your retirement, setting up a retirement income or managing your money once you have retired.

What this means for you

Recognition is important, but the real value comes from using the retirement support available to you. Whether you are starting to think about retirement, ready to make plans or already retired, Brighter Super can help you understand your options and take your next step with confidence.

Ready to take your next step?

Start by exploring the support that best suits where you are in your retirement journey:

The right support will depend on your circumstances, goals and the decisions ahead. Exploring your options now can help you take your next step with greater confidence.

Read the full report

The full 2026/27 Epic Retirement Tick report explains all 20 criteria, which funds received the Tick and what strong retirement support can look like.

Read the full 2026/27 Epic Retirement Tick report

Important information

The Epic Retirement Tick is a statement of opinion and not a recommendation to make an investment decision. It is current for 12 months and may change without notice. Ticks from previous years are for historical purposes only.

The information in this article is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, objectives or financial situation. Consider whether the information is appropriate for you and seek financial advice if needed.