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2020 Consumer Finance Awards
Suncorp has been named Bank of the Year for the third consecutive year in the 16th Consumer Finance Awards, published by Money.
CBA cracks down on ‘threatening’ online banking trend
A worrying new trend in which abusers harass their victims through online banking could have long-term consequences, says an advocate against domestic abuse.
Risky term deposit ‘alternatives’ under fire from ASIC
Fixed-income products advertised as 'term-deposit' or 'substitutes' have led some consumers to invest under false pretences, warns ASIC.
Changes to banking code to bring financial relief for farmers
Farmers will no longer be charged interest on agricultural loans during drought, under new changes to the Banking Code of Practice.
Five ways to protect yourself from identity theft
Stories of stolen information and maxed-out credit cards are increasingly common in Australia, yet rarely do we think "this could happen to me". Until it does.
New credit law would make life harder for bushfire victims
For many bushfire victims, financial hardship arrangements with banks or other credit providers will be necessary to navigate the road to recovery. Yet new legislation is set to put financial hardship agreements on credit records, threatening people's capacity to borrow.
Basic bank accounts are changing for the better, here’s how
Low income earners and drought affected farmers will benefit most from simpler banking products approved by the ACCC this week.
Simple steps to protect against elder financial abuse
There's a new guide to help financial institutions detect and address elder financial abuse. And there's simple steps you can take to protect your money.
