General Information & FAQs

General

How will I benefit from attending CMSF?

The annual Conference of Major Superannuation Funds is a major industry event that has been integral to the representative superannuation industry for 20 years.

The CMSF organisation was founded in 1990 by representatives of major corporate, public sector and industry funds. The national conference is a pivotal educational and discussion forum focused on directors and staff of representative funds and the issues that concern them. Speakers at the conference typically include international and local experts, government spokespeople, and representatives from industry regulators.

CMSF provides opportunities for delegates and key industry figures to workshop issues, continue to generate ideas and expand industry knowledge.

AIST members receive a discount on the registration fee for the CMSF conference. Please click here for more information on becoming an AIST member

Please click here to view the conference program overview

Who attends CMSF?

Attendees of CMSF come from all areas of the superannuation and finance industry.

The conference is capped at 1200 delegates and only allows 400 Service Providers to attend.

How many CPD hours am I eligible for by attending CMSF?

15 hours (or part thereof).

AIST members will automatically receive a statement of attendance, others can receive upon request.

Please click here for more information on AIST's Professional Accreditation Program

Do I have to be scanned at every session?

Yes, Scanning is compulsory

'Scanning In' is compulsory at the beginning of every session.

'Scanning Out' is also compulsory up until the last 10 minutes of the session.

AIST requires the scanning results to determine attendance numbers at sessions, in particular it helps us to gauge which workshops are more popular.

How do I become an AIST member?

Please click here for more information on becoming an AIST member or contact Meredith Wall on 03 8677 3855 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

How do I receive AIST emails?

To be added to the AIST database and receive AIST email updates and information, please contact Anne Chelvarajah on 03 8677 3811 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it