A class action against Colonial First State has concluded with a record $249 million settlement. More than 500,000 members of the super fund stand to benefit. The settlement was confirmed on August 30, 2026. News.com.au reported one Australian member was taken aback after standing up. The Courier Mail confirmed 500,000 members get a slice of the money. 7NEWS said thousands of Aussies are set to benefit from the payout. Superreview.com.au called it a record payout for affected members. Daily Mail reported more than 500,000 Aussies are eligible 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