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Praemium Super vs Retirement Benefits Fund

Compare what each fund offers, then choose investment options to put their published costs and returns side by side.

By SuperGuru Group · Research checked 11 September 2026 · Historical APRA figures to 30 June 2026

Praemium Super

Retail investment platform

Praemium Super brings adviser-managed portfolios and direct investment choices into a superannuation account.

Membership

An adviser helps establish the account and select the appropriate investment arrangements.

Retirement Benefits Fund

Closed public sector scheme

RBF retains defined benefit and pension arrangements for eligible Tasmanian public sector members.

Membership

Existing members, preserved members and eligible pensioners should check their particular membership category.

Compare fees and investment returns

Choose the actual investment pathway for each account. For lifecycle products, select the named stage relevant to you. No stage is selected automatically.

Choose an investment option to see the figures

The costs and returns belong to the selected product, option or lifecycle stage.

Source: APRA Comprehensive Product Performance Package 2026, published 28 August 2026. Fees reflect the reporting year to 30 June 2026, are net of tax, use standard arrangements and exclude member-activity fees. Dollar figures are rounded. They are not a current quote. Check the latest PDS for changes, insurance premiums and any separately charged advice.

Returns are annualised historical results. Different return bases, risk levels and periods cannot be treated as interchangeable. MySuper net returns use a $50,000 representative balance even when you change the fee balance. A lifecycle stage return does not track a person moving between stages. Missing figures mean not reported, not zero. Past returns do not predict future returns. Read our method and APRA's definitions.

How the products differ

Praemium Super and Retirement Benefits Fund: product features and conditions
What to comparePraemium SuperRetirement Benefits Fund
Membership and access

An adviser helps establish the account and select the appropriate investment arrangements.

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Existing members, preserved members and eligible pensioners should check their particular membership category.

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Accounts and products

Accumulation super, transition-to-retirement and pension.

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Tasmania's RBF Contributory Scheme and eligible life pensions.

RBF Contributory Scheme

Eligible RBF Life Pension

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Investment choices

The menu includes managed portfolios and direct investment choices. Availability, allocation limits and the operating cash balance are governed by the current investment guide.

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This detail has not been verified for this profile. Check the current product documents.

Insurance

Insurance access is subject to the current PDS, application requirements and the chosen policy. Have the adviser explain the insurer and any underwriting before cancelling existing cover.

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This detail has not been verified for this profile. Check the current product documents.

Retirement income

Members can use transition-to-retirement or pension accounts when eligible, with investment and withdrawal arrangements set for that account.

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RBF life pension eligibility and conversion terms depend on membership history. Some withdrawals can remove access to particular pension conversion terms.

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Advice and support

This is an advised platform. Ongoing portfolio advice is a separate service that should have a clear scope and price.

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This detail has not been verified for this profile. Check the current product documents.

Fee details to check

Compare the combined platform, portfolio, investment, transaction and advice charges at your balance. Cash holdings and the particular menu selections affect the calculation.

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Comparing investment performance

Use the record for the actual portfolio. Praemium's platform capabilities do not supply a single investment return for all members.

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A pension estimate and survivor-benefit terms are more informative than a generic accumulation return.

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THE SUPERGURU VIEW

Our take on Praemium Super

Editorial assessment

May suit an advised investor who wants more control over portfolio composition and reporting.

What deserves a closer look

  • A broad menu can add complexity without improving the investment result.
  • Assess whether the ongoing advice and platform cost is proportionate to the balance and work provided.

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Based on the cited product features. These are general reasons to investigate the fund, not a personal recommendation. Supporting sources.

THE SUPERGURU VIEW

Our take on Retirement Benefits Fund

Editorial assessment

A remaining right to an RBF pension can be the most important part of an account. Ask for written confirmation of what would survive a withdrawal or transfer before comparing the balance with another fund.

Who this profile is for

  • Existing Tasmanian RBF members weighing preservation, a lump sum or an eligible pension.

What deserves a closer look

  • This is not a fund open to the general public.
  • Historical pension terms should not be assumed to apply to every member.

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Based on the cited product features. These are general reasons to investigate the fund, not a personal recommendation. Supporting sources.

Before choosing between Praemium Super and Retirement Benefits Fund

Use the membership rules to establish which accounts are available to you. Then compare the total price of the investment option and cover you need. A lower fee or higher historical return alone does not tell you which fund is suitable.

Ask both funds to confirm insurance acceptance, exclusions, waiting periods and whether cover would change when you leave your employer. Obtain advice before giving up a defined benefit or an insurance policy you may not be able to replace. ASIC Moneysmart explains the comparison checks.

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Sources for Praemium Super

Checked 2026-09-11. Documents and product terms can change after this date.

  1. Praemium Super
  2. Product disclosure statement
  3. Additional information guide

Sources for Retirement Benefits Fund

Checked 2026-09-11. Documents and product terms can change after this date.

  1. Tasmanian legislation, continuing closure of contributory scheme
  2. RBF definitions and pension conversion restrictions
  3. RBF pension eligibility and fund ABN