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  • Join our Parents and Carers Consultation Group

    Funds in Court is creating a new consultation group that we would like people to join.

    We want to get more input and feedback from parents and carers about the services we provide. This is really important because parents and carers are often the main contact for our clients. Parents and carers can also help us understand what is important to clients who cannot tell us themselves.

    Who can join?

    We are inviting people who are our clients’ main representatives to join this group. This could include parents, grandparents, partners, siblings, adult children, and other members of a client’s extended family or care network.

    We also want to have parents and carers who represent different groups of clients, such as clients of different ages, newer clients as well as those who are more familiar with Funds in Court, and clients with different levels of independence and activity.

    What will this group do?

    We will ask for the group’s feedback on improvements we are planning for our client services. We also want to hear about things that members find frustrating and explore their suggestions.

    The meetings will be less formal than some of our other groups, so members feel more comfortable expressing themselves.

    When will the meetings happen?

    The group will meet for approximately one hour every three months at a time that works for most members.

    Where will the meetings happen?

    The meetings will be held online, so more people from more places can participate.

    How can you join?

    If you are interested in joining or have any questions, please contact Nigel Jarvis, Community Liaison Advisor, by emailing feedback@fundsincourt.vic.gov.au.

  • Can you get a refund from the Australian Taxation Office?

    If you have funds invested in Common Fund No. 3, you may have ‘excess franking credits’.  

    If you do, you may be able to claim a refund from the Australian Taxation Office.  

    We have more information on what excess franking credits are and how you can claim them on our Excess franking credits page. 

    If you have any questions, please contact your Client Services Officer or the Accounting and Taxation team by calling 1300 039 390 or emailing requests@fundsincourt.vic.gov.au.

  • Issue 30 of the Funds in Court newsletter published

    Issue 30 of the Funds in Court newsletter has been published. This edition showcases:

    • our new Client Charter
    • the story of Phillip, a former Funds in Court client
    • an invitation to join our new Parents and Carers Consultation Group
    • how to leave money to a Funds in Court client in your will
    • an invitation to join us at Embrace 2027.

    Click here to download a copy. You can view this issue and all past issues on our Publications page. 

    Clients who live in Australia will receive a copy in the mail.

    We hope you enjoy this issue.

  • National Redress Scheme applications close 30 June 2027

    The National Redress Scheme is available to people who experienced child sexual abuse while in an institution.

    Applications to the National Redress Scheme close on 30 June 2027.

    Successful applicants may receive redress in the form of:

    • a payment
    • access to counselling and psychological care, and
    • a direct personal response from a participating institution.

    Free and confidential support services are available to help people understand the Scheme, consider their options and, if they choose, complete an application.

    Independent legal assistance and financial counselling are also available. People should get independent legal advice to understand their options before deciding whether to accept any offer of redress.

    The National Redress Scheme website explains:

    • who is eligible
    • what support is available
    • what institutions are participating
    • how to apply.

  • Investment Annual Fact Sheets Published

    The annual fact sheets for the 2025-26 financial year for Common Fund 2 and Common Fund 3 are now available.

    You can find them on our Publications > Investment information page, or download them below.

    Common Fund No. 2 Annual Fact Sheet 30 June 2026 [PDF 279KB] [Word 309KB]

    Common Fund No. 3 Performance 2025-2026 [PDF 360KB] [Word 310KB]

  • Introducing our Client Charter

    Funds in Court is proud to present its brand-new Client Charter. It explains what you can expect from Funds in Court and what we ask of you. It also describes the way that we want to work with you.

    The Client Charter was developed by talking with:

    • clients from our Client Consultation Group
    • members of our Funds in Court team
    • other experts from our Service Advisory Committee.

    We kept the Client Charter short and simple because our clients wanted it like this. We also focussed on topics that are important to our clients.

    We hope that you find the Client Charter helpful.

    If you have any questions or comments about the Client Charter, please contact Nigel Jarvis at Funds in Court by: