Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF
Vanguard · Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index · Since 2012
Annual fee
0.10%
$10/year per $10,000
Fund size
$3.5B
AUD
Dividend yield
3.2%
Quarterly · approx. as at Q2 2026
Holdings
843
holdings
Dividend yield is a trailing distribution figure. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Next estimated distribution: ~September 2026 (estimated, not guaranteed; confirm with the fund manager). Distribution calendar → · View full distribution history →
VAF is the most widely held Australian bonds ETF at $3.5B AUM. Bonds tend to move differently to shares, when sharemarkets fall sharply, bonds often hold steady or rise, adding diversification. VAF holds 843 Australian government and investment-grade corporate bonds with average duration around 6-7 years. The interest rate cycle has significantly impacted bonds, VAF returned only 0.05% p.a. over 5 years to March 2026 as rising rates hammered bond prices. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns. The most recent year reflects the beginning of the recovery as the RBA began cutting. Whether bonds are appropriate depends on your individual circumstances, consult a licensed financial adviser.
Based on publicly available fund data. Not a recommendation to buy or sell.
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| Company | Weight |
|---|---|
| Australia Government Bond | 2.5% |
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| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Government/Treasury | 45.8% |
| Government-Related | 45.2% |
| Corporate | 8.7% |
| Securitized | 0.3% |
| Country | Weight |
|---|---|
| Australia | 86.3% |
| SNAT | 4.7% |
| Canada | 2.6% |
| Germany | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | 0.9% |
| New Zealand | 0.6% |
Historical returns
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Data as at Q2 2026. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns. Figures are approximate total returns in AUD including distributions. Source: fund manager fact sheets.
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VAF is the most widely held Australian bonds ETF at $3.5B AUM.
VAF's annual management fee is 0.1% p.a. ($10 per $10,000 invested).
VAF pays distributions quarterly. Distributions are not guaranteed and will vary.