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The Focus newsletter is published 3 times a year in February, June and October. Look out for it in your statement mailing, or via email if you are registered for e-statements.

It is sent to all Members to keep them in touch with new services, special offerings and information on how to make the best of our services.


February 2013

In this edition:

  • New Years Resolutions - the financial kind
  • Change your PIN on the fly - at rediATMs
  • PINs and passwords some do's and don'ts
  • Using ATMs safely
  • Smart ways to consolidate debt
  • Have you updated our BSB yet?
  • Deeming rates set to change
  • Win a $2,000 luxury cruise voucher
  • Changes to fees

October 2012

In this edition:

  • People helping people at Community First
  • Great news for Visa Debit cardholders
  • Free Android Mobile Banking App now available
  • First home buyers welcome at Community First
  • Community First wins best Low Rate Credit Card award
  • Travelling this holiday season?
  • BSB change deadline extended until 31 March 2013
  • Want to win $500 this Christmas?

June 2012

In this edition:

  • Switch to Customer Owned Banking
  • Finding the Right Investment for you
  • Budget Boost for First Home Buyers
  • The Rate Debate: Fixed or Variable?
  • Multi-currency Cash Passport has arrived!
  • Our BSB is changing
  • 2012 Annual General Meeting Notice

February 2012

In this edition:

  • Thank you for your feedback!
  • Big Bank customers welcome - change now
  • Our BSB is changing
  • The Power of Three - helps your financial wellbeing
  • Managing your everyday banking with Community First
  • Australian Government guaranteed deposits seal
  • Visa payWave debit cards are coming soon
  • Did you know?
  • Changes to fees and charges

October 2011

In this edition:

  • Do you want Community First to become a Bank?
  • Green Car Loans
  • We’ve got the account, you add the community
  • The card that helps you, help others
  • Coming soon, the Matrimoney account
  • The Deposit Guarantee is now permanent
  • Stay smart online this festive season
  • Our BSB is changing

June 2011

In this edition:

  • Happy new financial year
  • Managing your finances - the power of three
  • 3,800 ATMs and counting
  • Your credit rating and why it's important
  • Are you a community or not-for-profit group?
  • What's the Autopay Account from Community First?
  • 2011 Annual General Meeting Notice

February 2011

In this edition:

  • Treasurer Swann has made the switch to a credit union, just like you...
  • Thank you for your support
  • Changes to the website
  • The simple truths about saving
  • Win $1,000 and have your next Christmas on us!
  • Community First supports Earth Hour 2011
  • Do you really want a $14,000 toaster?
  • Secure online shopping with Verified by Visa
  • Be smart when using your Smartphone

October 2010

In this edition:

  • Do we really need another people's bank?
  • Charlestown Square Store now open
  • Going away this holiday season?
  • Need to access your money while overseas?
  • How healthy is your super?
  • Meet Michael Bublé with Visa Debit
  • Free financial planning booklet from Bridges
  • McGrath Pink Visa gets a 5 star rating
  • Your reditATM network continues to grow

June 2010

In this edition:

  • It all comes back to our Members
  • Charlestown Store opening soon
  • Benefits for NSW home buyers
  • Another first for Members
  • Our current special offers
  • 2010 Annual General Meeting notice

February 2010

In this edition

  • Penrith Store refurbishment complete
  • Win free insurance for a year
  • Win a trip to the 2010 World Cup
  • Free pre-retirement seminars
  • First home buyers can still benefit in NSW
  • Interest free green loans update
  • Protect yourself from card skimming
  • Register for e-statements
  • Community First supports Earth Hour 2010

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