DISS news
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As part of the annual review following each 31 March Scheme year end, the Trustee calculates and allocates final year end earnings rates.
Effective 27 March 2026, the Scheme’s Trust Deed was amended to remove the vesting scale that previously applied to employer contributions. This change was approved by the Financial Markets Authority.
Investments
Despite volatility caused by the situation in the Middle East, markets experienced a meaningful recovery in the June quarter, with investor focus shifting towards strong earnings and a solid economy.
The markets had a short-lived positive start to the year with solid economic fundamentals and easing inflationary pressures.
The investment environment in the quarter ended 31 December 2025 was characterised by a mix of positive global equity performance and cautious bond markets.
Our people
Behind the scenes interview with Ashik Kurien
Reece Flawn and his partner purchased their first home last year with the help from DISS, after receiving notice from their landlord that the rental lease will be concluding.
Dairy Industry Superannuation Scheme (DISS) members, Iona Ngapera and her daughter, who are both dairy workers at Fonterra Takanini, secured their first home after looking for six months.