Our sector is growing and our members are always exploring new ways to put customers first. Explore the latest news and updates from across the customer owned banking sector.
Summerland Bank have seen how disaster can bring communities closer more than ever this year. Like many of their neighbouring businesses, they lost their Lismore branch and head office to … Read more
Newcastle Permanent employees have made the Empowerment Circle initiative possible. Created by Got Your Back Sista, the program will be used to build community, strength and healing among survivors of … Read more
WorldPride is a global event that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and promotes their rights and visibility around the world. It is a festival of diversity, equality, and inclusion that brings … Read more
Queensland Country Bank customers, Abbey Walters and Corhan Remfrey have become the first recipients of the Regional First Home Buyer Guarantee (RFHBG). Under the RFHBG, the government guarantees up to … Read more
The Mutual Bank is switching away from the traditional plastic credit card and taking an exciting step towards reducing their carbon footprint. The Bank recently launched their new Mutual Visa … Read more
While Christmas is a merry time for many, for those most vulnerable in our community it can be lonely and difficult. This year, COBA members are using their unique connections … Read more
Staff at Credit Union SA are thriving under new wellbeing initiatives designed to promote greater work/life balance. They recently implemented ‘thrive day’ leave, where staff are given an extra four … Read more
While essential workers are needed in every suburb and town, their wages often don’t meet the costs of housing near to where they work. As housing prices in Australia continue … Read more
The role of credit unions in shaping brighter financial futures is being recognised and celebrated as part of International Credit Union Day this year. As the peak body for the … Read more
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