From saving for a mortgage to staying safe from scams, our banking tips will help you take control of your financial future.
As household budgets feel the crunch of ongoing cost-of-living pressures, many people are likely to shop around for better deals on utilities, subscriptions, and even their bank accounts. Unfortunately, using … Read more
It is a myth that most scams happen in an instant through a single-clicked link or a momentary lapse in judgment. In reality, the most devastating modern scams are long … Read more
As the end of the financial year approaches, many shoppers will be eagerly looking out for EOFY sales. However, as ‘ghost’ or ‘phantom’ stores become more common online, the Customer … Read more
Financial abuse is the most common form of abuse experienced by older Australians. As national demographics shift, this issue is becoming increasingly urgent. Over the past 40 years, the population … Read more
From 1 July, Australian consumers may notice a small but important change in the texts they receive from businesses and organisations, including messages from their customer-owned bank. The change is … Read more
The Customer Owned Banking Association (COBA) is urging Australians to be on the alert for scammers taking advantage of the fuel crisis through a number of sophisticated phishing scams. “Scammers … Read more
In March 2026, Australia’s financial landscape underwent its most significant shift in decades. If you have noticed your bank or financial adviser asking more probing questions lately, it isn’t because … Read more
With rising interest rates and the cost of living continuing to put pressure on household budgets, many Australians are feeling overwhelmed. If you’re struggling to keep up with repayments, it’s … Read more
Financial abuse is a form of domestic violence where money is used to control, track or trap someone, and it occurs in nearly all cases of domestic violence. Financial abuse … Read more
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