A class action against Colonial First State has wrapped up with a record $249 million settlement. More than 500,000 members of the super fund stand to benefit. The settlement was announced on August 30, 2026. News.com.au noted one Australian member was taken aback after standing up. The Courier Mail confirmed 500,000 members are entitled to a portion of the payout. 7NEWS said thousands of Aussies will share in the settlement. Superreview.com.au called it a record result for affected members. Daily Mail reported more than 500,000 Aussies qualify for a share.
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'Dumbfounded': Aussie's big super stand - News.com.au
'Dumbfounded': Aussie's big super stand News.com.au
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Thousands of Aussies to share in $249 million settlement after superannuation class action - 7NEWS
Thousands of Aussies to share in $249 million settlement after superannuation class action 7NEWS
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Super class action reaches record $249m settlement - superreview.com.au
Super class action reaches record $249m settlement superreview.com.au
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Super boost as more than 500,000 Aussies eligible for a share in $249million settlement - Daily Mail
Super boost as more than 500,000 Aussies eligible for a share in $249million settlement Daily Mail