The superannuation fund trustee has discretion over the distribution of a deceased member's account balance unless there is a valid:

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A binding death benefit nomination provides clear instructions on how the deceased member's superannuation account balance should be distributed, leaving no discretion to the trustee. Non-binding death benefit nominations and wills may only provide guidance to the trustee, while a power of attorney becomes invalid upon the death of the member.

The Superannuation Fund Trustee Has Discretion Over the Distribution of a Deceased