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3 minutes read24 June 2026
Teachers, teamwork and a whole lot of impact
Education
As we mark 15 years of partnership with the ResourceSmart Schools Awards, we’re proud to celebrate the educators helping make a difference in classrooms, schools and communities across Victoria.
3 minutes read1 June 2026
Placement weeks are a lot. Here’s what helps
Financial Wellbeing
Placement periods can make an already busy semester feel full-on. We're here to help make managing money during busy periods feel a little simpler.
Learn more3 minutes read1 June 2026
Your money reset checklist
Financial Wellbeing
The university year has a habit of getting busy quickly. By resetting a few habits, you'll make the second half of semester feel a little more manageable.
Learn moreBusiness impersonation scams
Security
Business impersonation scams occur when scammers pose as trusted organisations to steal your personal information.
Learn more2 minutes read26 May 2026
International Nurses Day 2026
Health
This International Nurses Day, we recognised the dedication, resilience and compassion nurses bring to their communities every single day.
Learn more2 minutes read7 May 2026
RBA rate change
Banking
Following the RBA's increase to the cash rate, Bank First will be increasing the interest rates on our variable home loans and a range of at-call savings products by 0.25% p.a.
Learn more4 minutes read4 May 2026
Insurance 101
Banking
Insurance can feel complicated, with its fine print and unfamiliar terms. But understanding how it works can help you make confident decisions later, especially when you're travelling, driving or renting.
Learn more3 minutes read20 April 2026
Partnerships with Purpose - our CEO's experience
Corporate
State Schools' Relief was founded by school principals and Bank First was established by teachers – there's a purpose and synergy to this partnership.
Learn more6 minutes read10 April 2026
Protect yourself from investment scams
Security
Crypto is a private investment and it’s an area which criminals are infiltrating, posing as genuine crypto experts.
Learn more6 minutes read10 April 2026
Protect yourself from phishing scams
Security
Phishing scams can come in different forms but all have the same aim – to trick you into giving away sensitive information such as passwords, banking details or verification codes.
Learn more2 minutes read31 March 2026
Fresh ideas at Wirrigirri Primary School
Education
Wirrigirri Primary School’s universal meals program aims to make food a joyful experience for students while removing stigma around food insecurity.
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