Co-contributions
The Federal Government makes superannuation contributions ("co-contributions") for people who make their own after tax contributions and are eligible for the co-contribution (where their taxable income is below a prescribed threshold).
Government co-contribution rates are as follows:*
| Contribution year |
Matching amount (up to) |
Maximum co-contribution |
| 2009/10 |
$1.00 for every $1.00 |
$1,000.00 |
| 2010/11 |
$1.00 for every $1.00 |
$1,000.00 |
| 2011/12 |
$1.00 for every $1.00 |
$1,000.00 |
To find out if you are eligible or for more information please refer to our Government co-contribution Fact sheet.