Accounts and features
We've been around for 85 years with the sole purpose of supporting employees in the Western Australian (WA) public sector, so some of our accounts are different to most other super funds.
No matter which account you have with us, rest assured their features are designed to meet your needs - and have some of the lowest fees in the industry.1
Our super accounts
The type of account(s) you are likely to have depends on when you joined GESB.
If you've worked in the WA public sector for a long time or made extra contributions, you might have more than one account with us.
GESB Super
GESB SuperOpen to all current WA public sector employees, and members who work in the private sector. GESB Super is a taxed accumulation scheme, which is similar to most other super funds.
You have this account if you joined GESB after April 2007.
West State Super
West State SuperClosed to new members. West State Super is an untaxed accumulation scheme, which means it's taxed differently.
You have this account if you joined GESB before April 2007, unless you already had a Gold State Super account.
Gold State Super
Gold State SuperClosed to new members. Gold State Super is a defined benefit scheme, meaning the final benefit is calculated using a set formula.
You have this account if you chose to join Gold State Super before December 1995.
Which account do you have?
The easiest way to find out which account you have is to check your latest member statement or log in to Member Online.
Your account type depends on when you joined GESB, which is likely when you first started working for the WA public sector.
Setting up your new GESB account
If you're new to GESB, there are some steps you can take to make the most of your account. Getting set up now can help you get ahead with your super savings.
An extra layer of protection for your online account
You now have the option to increase security when logging into your Member Online account. Read about the updates and how to set them up if you’re an existing user.
Frequently asked questions
If the answer you're looking for isn't here, please visit our FAQ page or contact us by calling 13 43 72 or using Live chat.
If you have lost super held by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), finding and putting this money into your chosen fund can help boost your balance in the long term.
Moving all your super into one account can reduce fees, meaning more money stays invested in your future. It's easy to do through Member Online or your MyGov account.
What is a Unique Superannuation Identifier?
A Unique Superannuation Identifier (USI) is a number used to identify each super fund or scheme. It’s used for contributions and rollovers, so that your super is sent to the right fund and account.
You can find the USI for your account with GESB in the table below.
Your account | USI |
|---|---|
GESB Super | 82144194929050 |
West State Super | 93350173038070 |
Retirement Income Pension | 27648066750030 |
GESB is the default super fund for most of the WA public sector, which means if you work for the WA State Government, your employer or their approved package provider will already have the necessary information to contribute to your super account.
Are you changing jobs?
If you’re leaving the public sector, you can keep your super account with us. You can also get your new employer's contributions paid to a GESB Super account.
Learn more about managing your super when you change jobs.
1 SuperRatings Smart database as at 31 March 2025. Based on an average balance of $50,000, fees for the My West State Super option, the My GESB Super option and the RI Allocated Pension Balanced option are below the industry median. Fees includes administration, investment, and transaction fees and costs. Fees may change periodically.
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