Aware Super will be the first super fund in Australia to sponsor three Suncorp Super Netball teams -- Melbourne Vixens, NSW Swifts and West Coast Fever -- under one partnership that will connect even more Australians with their retirement futures.
The collaborative partnership, which is also a first for the League, will see the clubs from Melbourne, Sydney and Perth sport the Fund’s logo on their bibs and dress fronts as well as provide opportunities for netball fans to receive education and guidance on their super and retirement.
In April and May, the sponsorship will also introduce the ‘Super Helpful Round’, which will honour the contributions of our first responders, nurses, teachers and carers in the community. It is also a show of support for the people who form the heartland of the $193 billion Fund’s 1.15 million membership base.
Aware Super’s General Manager Connect & Grow, Gretchen Fox, said the partnership showcased the Funds’ commitment to helping all Australians engage with their super, which is often the first step towards having the best possible retirement.
“We’re thrilled to be a major sponsor of the Melbourne Vixens, NSW Swifts and the West Coast Fever for the 2025 and 2026 seasons,” Ms Fox said.
“This partnership helps us connect netball fans to their super and just like the on-court superstars, we’re here to be super helpful and always ‘here if you need’.
“We know netball is close to Australian’s hearts, in particular women who make up around two thirds of our membership.
“Recent research has told us women are more likely than men to worry about retirement, and we know that by engaging early and getting the help and advice you need can make an enormous difference to your retirement outcome.” Melbourne Vixens CEO Andrea Pearman said the innovative new partnership is exciting for the Vixens, and for the sport. “This unique partnership is a first for our league, and will help bring our sport to more fans right across the country. As proud advocates for women and girls, we’re thrilled to be partnering with an organisation so aligned with our own values.”
NSW Swifts Executive General Manager Jeremy Butler said the opportunity to bring the clubs together to support the next generation of netballers was exciting. “Like the Swifts, Aware
Super are deeply trusted by many across the netball community, especially those planning for their future.
“At the Swifts we proud to partner with brands that provide vital services for our wider family and we are delighted to welcome Aware Super on board for 2025 and beyond.”
West Coast Fever Chief Executive Officer, Simone Hansen said partnering with a top performing Super Fund in the West was a win for their young fans. “We’re passionate about partnering with Aware Super, the Vixens and Swifts to show our young fans what staying connected and engaged with their future can create.”
Ms Fox said: “Increasing our visibility in the areas of Australia we know the majority of our members live, work and play, means greater opportunity to engage with them and provide them the knowledge they need to feel confident leading up to, and in retirement.
ABOUT AWARE SUPER
Aware Super is one of Australia’s largest profit-to-member superannuation funds, investing more than $193 billion* around the world on behalf of our 1.15 million members. We strive to deliver strong long-term returns for our members and the help, guidance and advice they need to prepare for and enjoy their best possible retirement. Visit aware.com.au
*As at 31 December 2024
