media centre

Are you a member of the press? Find the info you need here.

Sam Riley

General Manager Media Relations and Corporate Affairs

Phone: +61 3 8660 1684 

Email:  mediarelations@hesta.com.au

 
  • More than million members (around 80% are women).
  • billion in assets invested globally on behalf of members.
  • National industry super fund dedicated to people working in health and community services.
  • HESTA is a public offer fund.
  • HESTA has both accumulation and income stream (pension) products.
  • HESTA is run by a Board of 13 Trustee Directors including an Independent Chair.

In 1987, HESTA was formed for people working in health and community services, to accommodate the 3% superannuation payment that employees were receiving for the first time.

As a regulated public offer super fund, HESTA is open to anyone eligible for super to join and is run only to benefit members.

We have regularly received recognition for our achievements in the form of rankings, ratings and awards.

Primary spokesperson

Debby Blakey, Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Debby has been CEO of HESTA since February 2015, after joining the Fund in 2008 as an Executive leading the Member Advice Unit and assuming the role of Deputy CEO in 2012.

A proven leader with more than 25 years' experience in super and financial services, Debby has a wealth of experience having held a range of senior positions within a number of financial institutions.

Debby leads an active and hands-on team of Executives who are focused on helping members enjoy a retirement they've worked hard for.

Debby is President of the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors and holds directorships at The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia Ltd and the International Corporate Governance Network.

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For information about HESTA our annual report is a great place to start.

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HESTA aims to be a gutsy advocate for a fair and healthy community. We use our collective voice to help address inequities impacting our members and those we see falling behind.

We are actively involved in public policy debates that affect our members and women more broadly.

HESTA policy submissions are available here: HESTA policy submissions.

For any policy-related questions, please contact Karen Volpato on 03 7065 1475 or kvolpato@hesta.com.au

 

media releases

 

15 May 2025

The 2025 HESTA Nursing & Midwifery Awards winners announced

A nurse from Victoria, a midwife from the Victoria-NSW border and a South Australian organisation were named the winners of the HESTA Nursing & Midwifery Awards in Melbourne last night.

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13 May 2025

HESTA welcomes new Parliament, urges action on key issues

HESTA today welcomed Australia’s 48th Parliament and Ministry, including the new Assistant Treasurer with responsibility for superannuation, Dr Daniel Mulino MP, noting a record number of women were elected.

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12 May 2025

HESTA sells MinRes stake on serious governance concerns

HESTA has sold its remaining shareholding in Mineral Resources Ltd (MinRes) due to our concerns the company may be unable to make the required changes to restore investor confidence.

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09 May 2025

HESTA adds WiseTech to watchlist amid governance concerns

HESTA has placed WiseTech on our watchlist in response to ongoing governance, leadership and culture concerns.

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08 May 2025

Statement on HESTA’s voting positions for Woodside’s AGM

Statement on HESTA’s voting positions for Woodside’s AGM

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08 April 2025

Finalists announced for 2025 HESTA Australian Nursing & Midwifery Awards

Nine finalists have been named in the 2025 HESTA Australian Nursing & Midwifery Awards, comprising three nurses, three midwives, and three organisations.

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04 April 2025

HESTA strengthens investment and security teams with new GM appointments

HESTA has today announced the appointment of Michael Blayney to the role of General Manager of Dynamic Asset and Nick Catherall as General Manager of Information Security.

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25 March 2025

HESTA welcomes key Budget measures, urges more action on super gap

HESTA has welcomed measures from tonight’s Federal Budget focused on improving outcomes for women and providing further cost-of-living relief, as well as progress of key reforms to pay super on Commonwealth paid parental leave and at the same time as wages.

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24 March 2025

HESTA on lookout for Australia’s best early childhood educators

This year’s search for Australia’s best early childhood educators has begun, with nominations opening today for the 2025 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards.

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04 March 2025

WGEA pay gap data shows now’s not the time for complacency

Today's release of WGEA’s pay gap data is a timely reminder of the work still ahead on gender equality amid a storm of discussion on the topic. The report shows some welcome progress, but also that now is not the time for complacency. 

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25 February 2025

HESTA embarks on significant transformation to enhance member experience

As part of HESTA's ongoing focus on providing great member service supported by modern, secure and future-ready technology, the Fund is planning to transition to a new member administration services provider, GROW Inc, from mid-April.

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07 February 2025

HESTA research reveals more support needed for women navigating the ‘rite of passage’ into retirement

Research commissioned by HESTA has revealed more needs to be done to assist women through the 'rite of passage' into retirement – especially when retirement is unplanned.

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