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6 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.
2 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.
Learn more4 minutes read31 March 2026
Understanding nurses' financial realities
Health
Nurses are looking after others, but who’s looking after them financially? Discover insights from over 300 healthcare professionals across Australia.
Learn more2 minutes read19 March 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 more1 minute read9 March 2026
Using ATMs to access your money
Banking
If you're out and about, need cash and you're not near our ATM or branches, head for one of the major four banks.
Learn more1 minute read28 February 2026
Writing a winning TIP application
Education
For over 33 years, we’ve provided grants to educators across Victoria looking to do that ‘little bit extra’ for their students and school community.
Learn more1 minute read3 February 2026
Realising and rewarding students’ full potential
Education
Bank First’s Victoria University scholarships and awards help students stay motivated, giving them the tools they need to build meaningful futures in education and healthcare.
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Build your financial confidence
Financial Wellbeing
It can be hard to know where to start with money management. We’ve pulled together common concepts, so you can start to build your confidence.
Learn more3 minutes read19 January 2026
Your year to master money
Financial Wellbeing
You’ve got a big year ahead – study, placements, perhaps a new job. Start student life strong and set your money up to back you every step of the way.
Learn more4 minutes read5 January 2026
The student saving challenge
Financial Wellbeing
Student life can be a balancing act: classes, placements, part-time work, social life. Saving money shouldn’t mean missing out – it's about giving yourself more choices later.
Learn more1 minute read15 December 2025
Welcome to all
Education
When you step onto the grounds of Quarry Hill Primary School in regional Victoria, you know you’re welcome. A Teaching Initiatives Program (TIP) 2025 grant has made sure of it!
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