AA members can now access retirement savings through Smart

9 November 2026 – Members of the New Zealand Automobile Association’s (AA) retirement savings scheme can now access their funds through Smart, following the organisation’s appointment as the provider of the new AA Super Plan.

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has approved the transfer of the NZAA Retirement Scheme to the AA Super Plan, which is part of Smart’s SuperLife Workplace Savings Scheme.
Smart, the investment fund management arm of NZX, was selected following a competitive process, with support from the Scheme’s Trustee and independent investment adviser, Makao Investments.

Ivy Valderrama, Head of Corporate at Smart, said Smart is pleased to welcome AA members to the new plan.
“Moving to the AA Super Plan gives members access to Smart’s workplace savings experience and support, with their retirement savings available through the SuperLife scheme,” Ms Valderrama says.

“We’re focused on making it easy for members to understand their savings, access information about their plan and get the support they need.”
Vicki Caisley, AA Chief People and Corporate Services Officer, said the move was an important milestone for AA and its people.

“We know these savings are important to our people and their future. We look forward to building a strong partnership with Smart and drawing on their experience to help our people make the most of their retirement savings over the long term,” says Vicki.

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Simon Beattie
NZX Limited
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