Super education for Department of Communities members
As the default super fund for the WA public sector, we’ve been looking after the super and retirement savings of Department of Communities staff for over 85 years.
We offer a range of services to help you learn about your super and retirement options and several unique benefits for you as public sector employees.
Learn more about your super
Join your dedicated Relationship Manager Jessie Choate, for a webinar or in-person session designed specifically for Department of Communities employees, to help you grow your super and prepare for retirement.
Our interactive webinars and in-person sessions will help you:
- Understand super and your GESB account
- See the benefits of engaging with super early
- Learn about your investment and insurance options
- Feel confident that you are on track for retirement
Jessie can explain topics clearly and will do her best to answer any of your questions before the end of each session.
Webinars
Register to attend one of our webinars below. If you work in the public sector, you’re welcome to join - even if you’re not a current GESB member.
Once registered, you’ll have access to the live event and a recording of the webinar so you can watch it on demand for 10 days after the event.
For more information, please read our webinar help guide.
- In Person
- Webinar
If you can’t attend one of the sessions listed above, or if you’re interested in other topics we offer, see our full list of seminars and webinars.
Not a member?
You can choose to join GESB by completing a Standard choice form and submitting it to your employer. A GESB Super account will be automatically opened for you.
Leaving the public sector?
If you’re a current GESB member leaving the WA public sector or you have a second job in the private sector, you can choose to stay with GESB and keep all your super with one fund.
Other ways to learn
If you can’t make it to one of our seminars or webinars, we also have a range of resources available on our website to help you learn more.
Top tips from your Relationship Manager
Your Relationship Manager, Jessie Choate, is dedicated to supporting all Department of Communities staff.
Here are some tips from Jessie that may be useful for you as a GESB member and Department of Communities employee.
It’s important to update your personal contact details as soon as you can in Member Online, as the initial contacts provided to GESB will be your work contact information.
Find out about your investment options and how to choose the investment plan that best suits your super and retirement goals.
Submitting a binding death nomination is one way to make sure your super goes to the people you want to benefit when you pass away. You can replace or cancel your existing nomination at any time.
GESB offers different types of insurance that may help you if you’re sick or injured. Find out how your insurance could assist you.
Meet Jessie
As a Relationship Manager at GESB, Jessie is backed by more than 10 years of experience in the financial services industry both in Australia and overseas. She has extensive expertise across superannuation, compliance and banking and an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning.
Jessie is responsible for managing relationships with several valued public sector departments, including Department of Communities
More information
- Stay with GESB if you’re leaving the public sector or have a second job
- Learn about binding death nominations
- Read the latest super news
- Find out about our super tips
- Try our calculators
Need help
- Contact your Member Services Centre
- Call us on 13 43 72
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