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The information in this document forms part of the Australian Catholic Superannuation and Retirement Fund Superannuation Plan Product Disclosure Statement dated 1 January 2016. If you would like a hard copy, you can print this fact sheet directly from the website or you can contact us on 1300 658 776 and we will send you a copy at no cost. The Australian Catholic Superannuation and Retirement Fund (Australian Catholic Superannuation) offers you a range of investment options. You can select one option or you can mix and match. You can change your selection at any time and you can choose different options for your existing account balance and your future contributions. Investment risk In addition to cash, most of our options invest in a range of other assets such as shares, property and fixed interest. Our aim in doing this is to achieve long term returns that are higher than you would expect from a bank account. However, there is a risk associated with investing in these assets because they can go up or down in value, particularly over the short term. Most of our investment options will fluctuate in value over time, and most will experience negative returns every so often. In some cases, returns can remain negative for more than one year. Growth assets such as shares and some property tend to have higher long-term returns than defensive assets like fixed interest and cash. However growth assets are also higher risk than defensive assets. Based on past history, this means that if you choose investment options with a high percentage of growth assets, you may generally expect higher returns over the long term, but you are also likely to experience larger fluctuations in returns from year to year and more frequent negative returns. There may be foreign currency exposure in some asset classes. If the foreign currency is not hedged back to the Australian dollar (AUD) then if the AUD appreciates, the foreign currency asset is adversely affected and vice versa. Foreign currency exposure in the fixed interest asset class is predominantly hedged back to the AUD. Foreign currency exposure in the overseas shares, infrastructure, property and alternatives asset classes is managed by the Trustee to a 50%/50% hedged/unhedged benchmark. However, in order to limit the risk of adverse currency movements the Trustee may, at times, increase the hedging up to 85% or decrease the hedging to zero. You should be cautious about making an investment choice based on past performance. Past performance is not a reliable predictor of future performance, particularly over the short to medium term. Risk Band Risk Label Estimated number of over any 20 year period 1 Very low Less than 0.5 2 Low 0.5 to less than 1 3 Low to medium 1 to less than 2 4 Medium 2 to less than 3 5 Medium to high 3 to less than 4 6 High 4 to less than 6 7 Very high 6 or greater Standard risk measure In the tables on the following pages, the risk of each investment option is shown using a Standard Risk Measure. Each option is placed into one of seven risk bands, based on the estimated number of that are likely. The Standard Risk Measure is based on industry guidance to allow you to compare investment options that are expected to deliver a similar number of over any 20 year period. The Standard Risk measure is not a complete assessment of all forms of investment risk. For instance it does not detail the possible size of a negative return or the potential for a positive return to be less than you may require to meet your objectives. Also, it does not take into account the impact of administration fees and tax on the likelihood of a negative return. You should ensure that you are comfortable with the risks and potential losses associated with your chosen investment option/s. Australian Catholic Superannuation Offices in Brisbane, Canberra, Perth, Port Macquarie, Sydney, Townsville t 1300 658 776 e fundoffice@catholicsuper.com.au PO Box 656 Burwood, NSW 1805 f (02) 9715 0090 w www.catholicsuper.com.au @AusCathSuper SCS Super Pty Limited, ABN 74 064 712 607, AFSL 230544, RSE L0002264 Trustee of Australian Catholic Superannuation & Retirement Fund, ABN 24 680 629 023, RSE R1055436 1

Your investment choices You have a choice of 11 different investment options. Type of option Managed options Build your own options Level of diversification Options are diversified i.e. they contain a mix of asset classes Options are not diversified i.e. they contain a single asset class Level of risk Ranges from medium/high Ranges from very low to very high Available options Shares Growth MySuper Balanced Socially Responsible Balanced Conservative Balanced Conservative Australian Shares International Shares Property Bonds Cash and Term Deposits Details of the investment options are contained in the tables later in this fact sheet. Investment options may change in future The Trustee may change the investment options in future. If this happens, we will notify you in advance. If you are invested in an option that will be withdrawn, we will inform you of the alternatives available to you. If you do not respond, the Trustee will transfer your investment to any other option that the Trustee considers appropriate. Do you have to make an investment choice? If you are a personal member, you must make an investment choice when you join the Fund. However if you are enrolled into the Fund by your employer, you do not have to make a choice. If you don t make a choice, you will automatically be placed in the MySuper Balanced option. Making an investment choice You can change your investment options on a weekly basis. To make an investment switch, complete and return an Investment Switch Super form (available from our website), or you can make the change by logging into Members Online. Your switch will be processed at unit prices that are set after we receive your application. Unit prices are normally set on a Tuesday. You will receive the unit prices that are set on a particular Tuesday if your application reaches us by close of business (5.30pm AEST or AEDST) on the previous Friday. If you select a mix of options, the initial percentages will change over time due to market movements. When this occurs, we don t rebalance your account balance back to your original percentages. If you wish to rebalance, you will need to complete and return an Investment switch form or make the change online. 2

Please note that the choice of investment options is your decision. The Trustee does not recommend one investment option over another. If you are not sure which option is most suitable for you, please ask to speak to one of our licensed financial planners; or you can seek advice from your own licensed financial adviser. Shares Generally 100% exposure to equity markets within Australia and Internationally. At times may hold a limited cash position. Members with a long term investment horizon seeking to achieve a higher return over the longer term from capital growth and who can withstand high short term volatility in investment returns. Members should also be prepared to accept a high risk of a negative return in any one year. investment expenses, of at least 3.5% per annum above CPI, over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 7 + years High / 4 to less than 6 Shares Normal (%) Ranges (%) Australian Shares 48 30-70 International Shares 52 30-70 Cash and Term Deposits 0 0-30 Growth Risk/estimated negative annual returns over a 20 year period Diversified across all major asset classes with a bias towards Australian and International shares. Members with a long term investment horizon seeking to achieve higher returns from exposure to growth assets who are prepared to accept fluctuations in returns from year to year. Members should also be prepared to accept a relatively high risk of a negative return in any one year. To target an investment return, after tax and investment expenses, of at least 3.5% per annum above inflation, as measured by the CPI, over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 7 + years High / 4 to less than 6 Growth Normal (%) Ranges (%) Australian Shares 32 20-50 International Shares 35 20-50 Infrastructure 9 0-20 Property 9 0-20 Other - Alternatives 9 0-30 Bonds 5 0-30 Cash and Term Deposits 1 0-30 Infrastructure 50 0-85 Property 50 0-85 Other - Alternatives 50 0-85 Bonds 100 95-100 3

MySuper Balanced Diversified across all major asset classes, which are expected to produce high long term returns but, over shorter term periods the returns may be volatile, and, at times, negative. Members with a medium to long-term investment horizon who are prepared to accept fluctuations in returns from year to year with a relatively high risk of a negative return in any one year. investment expenses, of at least 3.0% pa above CPI, over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 5+ years Medium - High / 3 to less than 4 MySuper Balanced Normal (%) Ranges (%) Australian Shares 26.5 10-45 International Shares 28.5 10-45 Infrastructure 10 0-20 Property 10 0-20 Other - Alternatives 11 0-30 Bonds 11 0-40 Cash and Term Deposits 3 0-40 Infrastructure 50 0-85 Property 50 0-85 Other - Alternatives 50 0-85 Bonds 100 95-100 4

Socially Responsible Balanced Diversified across all major asset classes with a focus on environmental, social and governance issues. Members with a medium to long term investment horizon, seeking a socially responsible investment style. Over the medium to long term members may expect a relatively high return but with fluctuations over shorter term periods and a relatively high risk of a negative return in any one year. investment expenses, of at least 3.0% per annum above CPI, over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 5 + years High / 4 to less than 6 Socially Responsible Balanced Normal (%) Ranges (%) Australian Shares 30 20-40 International Shares 27 15-42 Property 9 0-20 Other - Alternatives 4 0-10 Bonds 25 0-45 Cash and Term Deposits 5 0-15 International Shares 20 0-44 The Certification Symbol signifies that a product or service offers an investment style that takes into account environmental, social, governance or ethical considerations. The Symbol also signifies that Australian Catholic Superannuation Fund has adopted strict disclosure and education practices required under the Responsible Investment Certification Program for the category of Superannuation Fund. The Certification Symbol is a Registered Trade Mark of the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA). Detailed information about RIAA, can be found at www.responsibleinvestment.org. The Responsible Investment Certification Program does not constitute financial product advice. Neither the Certification Symbol nor RIAA recommends to any person that any financial product is a suitable investment or that returns are guaranteed. Appropriate professional advice should be sought prior to making an investment decision. RIAA does not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence. 5

Conservative Balanced Diversified across all major asset classes with a slight bias to assets such as fixed interest and cash. Members with a medium term investment horizon. Members should be prepared to accept some fluctuations in returns and a medium risk of a negative return in any one year. However, for the risks taken, members may expect to be rewarded by relatively high returns above inflation over the medium to longer term. investment expenses, of at least 2.0% per annum above CPI, over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 4 + years Medium / 2 to less than 3 Conservative Balanced Normal (%) Ranges (%) Australian Shares 16 5-30 International Shares 18 5-30 Infrastructure 8 0-20 Property 8 0-20 Other - Alternatives 8 0-30 Bonds 37 10-50 Cash and Term Deposits 5 0-40 Infrastructure 50 0-85 Property 50 0-85 Other - Alternatives 50 0-85 Bonds 100 95-100 Conservative Diversified across all major asset classes with a higher allocation to assets such as fixed interest and cash. Members with a shorter to medium term investment horizon who are looking for an investment option to provide a reasonable return above inflation over the medium term yet reduce the risks associated with investing a large amount in growth assets. Members should still expect a negative annual return from time to time. investment expenses, of at least 1.5% per annum above CPI, over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 3 + years Medium / 2 to less than 3 Conservative Normal (%) Ranges (%) Australian Shares 9 0-25 International Shares 10 0-25 Infrastructure 5 0-20 Property 5 0-20 Other - Alternatives 7 0-30 Bonds 43 20-60 Cash and Term Deposits 21 10-50 Infrastructure 50 0-85 Property 50 0-85 Other - Alternatives 50 0-85 Bonds 100 95-100 6

Australian Shares Generally 100% exposure to Australian equity markets. At times may hold a limited cash position. Members with a long term investment horizon seeking to achieve a higher return over the longer term from capital growth and who can withstand high short to medium term volatility in investment returns. Members should also be prepared to accept a high risk of a negative return in any one year. To achieve an investment return that exceeds the benchmark for this Option which is the S&P/ ASX 300 Accumulation Index over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 7 + years Very high / 6 or greater Australian Shares Normal (%) Ranges (%) Australian Shares 100 80-100 Cash and Term Deposits 0 0-20 N/A 0 0-0 International Shares Generally 100% exposure to International equity markets. At times may hold a limited cash position. Members with a long term investment horizon seeking to achieve a higher return over the longer term from capital growth and who can withstand high short to medium term volatility in investment returns. Members should also be prepared to accept a high risk of a negative return in any one year. To achieve an investment return that exceeds the benchmark for this Option which is the 50% MSCI All Country World ex-australia Net Dividend (hedged to A$) Index/50% MSCI All Country World ex-australia Net Dividend (Unhedged in A$) Index over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 7 + years High / 4 to less than 6 International Shares Normal (%) Ranges (%) International Shares 100 80-100 Cash and Term Deposits 0 0-20 7

Property Predominantly invested in property assets with a bias to unlisted property. Investors should give consideration to the liquidity of this Option. See disclosure opposite. Members with long term investment horizon, seeking relatively high returns over the long term. Over shorter term periods members may experience volatile returns and a medium to high risk of a negative return in any one year. investment expenses, of at least 3.0% per annum above CPI, over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 7 + years Medium - High / 3 to less than 4 Property Normal (%) Ranges (%) Property 95 80-100 Cash and Term Deposits 5 0-20 Property 50 0-85 Disclosure: Members considering investing in the Property option should note that in certain market conditions the underlying investments may become illiquid. Should this occur, the illiquidity may impact the ability to redeem or switch out of the option. In the event of such a liquidity event, the Trustee will write to all impacted members to keep them informed. Bonds Investment predominantly in Australian and international debt instruments. Some cash may also be held within the option. Members with a medium term investment horizon seeking to achieve a return above inflation. Over shorter term periods members should be prepared to accept a negative annual return from time to time. To achieve an investment return that exceeds the benchmark for this Option which is the Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+Yr Index over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of years in the rolling ten year periods. 3 + years Medium - High / 3 to less than 4 Bonds Normal (%) Ranges (%) Bonds 90 60-100 Cash and Term Deposits 10 0-40 Foreign Currency Exposure 100 95-100 8

Cash and Term Deposits 100% invested in Australian cash and cash products. Predominantly invested in a portfolio of fixed term deposits of differing maturities with Australian banks. Members seeking returns that are consistent with the rate of inflation. This option is not expected to have a negative return in any one year period. To achieve an investment return that exceeds the benchmark for this Option which is the cash index, Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index over rolling ten year periods. Our investment objective forms the basis of where we choose to invest your money. We expect to exceed the investment objective in the majority of rolling ten year periods. 1-3 years Very low / less than 0.5 Cash and Term Deposits Normal (%) Ranges (%) Cash and Term Deposits 100 100-100 N/A 0 0-0 9

Consideration of labour standards, environmental, social and ethical issues Socially Responsible Balanced option The Trustee offers one investment option that takes into account labour standards and environmental, social and ethical issues. This option is currently invested in the AMP Capital Responsible Investment Leaders Balanced Fund. However, the Trustee may change investment managers and/or products in future. The Responsible Investment Leaders Balanced Fund uses a multi-manager approach in implementing its Sustainable and Responsible Investment strategy. In selecting managers, consideration and assessment is made from a financial, social and environmental perspective. From a social and environmental perspective, AMP Capital seeks out managers that are identified as leaders across industries, in their responsible approach to the following issues: Environmental, including energy and resource use and product stewardship (for example, where a company takes into account the life cycle of the product, from manufacture to the extent to which the product can be recycled); Social, including indigenous relations and community involvement; Ethical, including meeting fundamental human rights, and articulating and implementing a code of conduct; Labour standards, including occupational health and safety, International Labour Organisation standards, working conditions and the exclusion of child labour; and Governance, including meeting corporate governance guidelines on board structures and remuneration. Managers are also required to avoid companies operating within sectors with recognised high negative social impact. This means the underlying funds will avoid exposure, either directly or indirectly through underlying managers and funds, to companies with material exposure to the production or manufacture of alcohol, armaments, gambling, pornography, tobacco and uranium. Material exposure is considered to be where a company derives more than 10% of its total revenue from these industries. In addition to the specific negative screens, the underlying managers generally adopt a balanced scorecard approach to determine whether they can invest in a particular company. Managers are reviewed annually, with additional reviews in the event of major corporate changes, litigation etc. An additional sample review occurs three times per year. If a company falls below the stated SRI standards, it is AMP Capital s policy that the relevant manager sells its investment in the company within six months. This policy is monitored and if a fund breaches the policy AMP Capital may terminate the services of the relevant underlying manager. The policy also requires that the managers review individual companies if there are major changes, such as takeovers or major environmental incidents. Presently, the Responsible Investment Leaders Balanced Fund applies social and environmental considerations as described above to Australian and international share investments, and to corporate bonds within fixed interest. In addition there are specific environmental considerations that apply to the fund s direct property investments. Other investment options For all other investment options, decisions about the selection, retention or realisation of investments are based on a number of factors. Australian Catholic Superannuation is committed to delivering the highest possible return on its investments to its members while assessing and managing foreseeable risk factors as effectively as possible. In selecting its investments and investment managers, the Fund is cognisant of the general risk characteristics of each asset class and of the investment styles of each of the managers that it appoints. We recognise that environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) considerations can have a positive influence on the financial performance of companies, particularly over the long term. The Trustee encourages each external investment manager to consider ESG factors alongside traditional financial measures when making investment decisions. However, we do not have a predetermined view or methodology for considering ESG issues. For more information on our responsible investing initiatives, refer to our Responsible Investment Policy which is available on our website. UN Principles for Responsible Investing The Trustee has adopted the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investing which require the Fund to: incorporate ESG (environmental, social and governance) issues into investment analysis and decision making; be active owners and incorporate ESG issues into ownership policies and practices; seek appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which we invest; promote acceptance and implementation of the Principles within the investment industry; work together with other signatories to enhance our effectiveness in implementing the Principles and; report on our activities and progress towards implementing the Principles. Disclaimer: This fact sheet has been prepared by SCS Super Pty Ltd ABN 74 064 712 607, AFSL 230544, RSE L0002264, the trustee of the Australian Catholic Superannuation & Retirement Fund. Any advice contained in this document is of a general nature only, and does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Prior to acting on any information in this document, you need to take into account your own financial circumstances, consider the Product Disclosure Statement for any product you are considering, and seek independent financial advice if you are unsure of what action to take. For more information contact our helpful staff: 1300 658 776 fundoffice@catholicsuper.com.au @AskAusCathSuper 10