Self-Managed Direct Investments - Investments

The NGS Self-Managed Direct Investment Option (DIO) provides a gateway to direct investments. That means you can invest in ASX-listed companies, exchange traded funds and term deposits within your NGS Super account. It’s a good option to consider if you want access to direct investments without the potential cost and ongoing administration of a traditional self-managed super fund (SMSF).

Benefits of the NGS Self-Managed Direct Investment Option

Low cost and no set-up fees

There are no set-up costs for the NGS Self-Managed DIO, and our fees are competitive. You’ll also avoid ongoing consulting fees and commissions that are often payable under an SMSF.

Hassle-free administration

We take care of all the compliance and reporting requirements, which means you don’t have to.

More access and investment flexibility

Choose from a selection of ASX-listed companies, exchange traded funds and term deposits. Greater access means you can better tailor your investment mix to suit your goals and circumstances.

Things to consider

Your personal circumstances will affect which investments are best suited to you.

You should consider things like:

the types of investments you have outside super
your age and planned retirement date
your needs and goals
your desired level of control when managing your super investments.

For more details, visit Managing your super investments or read our Investment guide.

Managing your super investments Investment guide

How it works

You can use the NGS Self-Managed DIO in an NGS Accumulation or Income account.¹ To get started, you’ll need a balance of at least $7,000. DIO is available through Member Online — you’ll need to move money into the DIO’s cash hub before you can start trading.

There are minimum transaction amounts and restrictions on how much you can invest in the DIO, the amount you leave in your cash hub and how much you'll need to hold in your NGS investment options outside of the DIO.

For full details and instructions, see our Self-Managed guide.

NGS Self-Managed guide

¹ The NGS Self-Managed Direct Investment Option is not available in the NGS Transition to retirement (TTR) account.

What investments are available?

The NGS Self-Managed DIO gives you access to investments including:

shares in ASX-listed companies within the S&P/ASX 300 Index
a range of exchange traded funds (ETFs)
term deposits with varying terms to suit your needs.

Our online investment list includes the individual investments available to members using the DIO.

Listed securities within the S&P/ASX 300 Index

Exchange traded funds

ASX code	ETF name	Management Fee % p.a.
GOLD	Global X Physical Gold	0.40%
IAA	iShares Asia 50 ETF	0.50%
IEM	iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF	0.69%
IEU	iShares Europe ETF	0.59%
IHD	iShares S&P/ASX Dividend Opportunities ESG Screened ETF	0.23%
IJH	iShares S&P Mid-Cap ETF	0.07%
ILC	iShares S&P/ASX 20 ETF	0.24%
IOO	iShares Global 100 ETF	0.40%
IOZ	iShares Core S&P/ASX 200 ETF	0.05%
IVE	iShares MSCI EAFE ETF	0.32%
IVV	iShares S&P 500 ETF	0.04%
IXI	iShares Global Consumer Staples ETF	0.41%
RSM	Russell Investments Australian Semi-Government Bond ETF	0.26%
VAF	Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF	0.10%
VAP	Vanguard Australian Property Securities Index ETF	0.23%
VAS	Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF	0.07%
VEU	Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF	0.07%
VGAD	Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares (Hedged) ETF	0.21%
VGB	Vanguard Australian Government Bond Index ETF	0.16%
VGS	Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF	0.18%
VHY	Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF	0.25%
VLC	Vanguard MSCI Australian Large Companies Index ETF	0.20%
VSO	Vanguard MSCI Australian Small Companies Index ETF	0.30%
VTS	Vanguard US Total Market Shares Index ETF	0.03%
WXHG	SPDR S&P World ex-Australia Carbon Control (Hedged) Fund	0.10%

Term deposits

How do I set it up?

To set up access to the NGS Self-Managed DIO, log on to Member Online and select the Investment tab. From here, you can edit your current investments and select the amount you want to transfer to the DIO.

For detailed instructions, see our Self-Managed guide.

Member Online NGS Self-Managed guide

Advice services

As a member of NGS, you have access to our dedicated advice services. Our expert advice team can answer your questions, and help you make the most of your financial situation.

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NGS Self-Managed Direct Investment Option