Vision Super Pty Ltd v Poulter [2006] FCA 849

FEDERAL COURT OF AUSTRALIA Vision Super Pty Ltd v Poulter [2006] FCA 849 SUPERANNUATION – review of decisions of Superannuation Complaints Tribunal – whether Tribunal had jurisdiction – whether complaint related to management of fund as a whole – construction of terms of deed governing fund – construction of term 'interest' – whether Tribunal decision contrary to terms of deed – whether Tribunal decision contrary to law – whether fair and reasonable in the circumstances

Superannuation (Resolution of Complaints) Act 1993 (Cth) Local Authorities Superannuation Act 1988 (Vic)

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