Mon, 16 Jan 2012
Don’t make the same mistake you did last year. Plan your Christmas finances in advance and avoid the anxiety of financial pressure over the holiday period in 2012.
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Fri, 30 Dec 2011
First Option is excited to announce the launch of our new Packaged Home Loan that will provide real benefits and savings to members with a home loan of $150,000+ ...
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Tue, 20 Dec 2011
Members are advised of interest rate changes, following the First Option Board meeting in Dec 2011...
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Mon, 12 Dec 2011
PhoneLink will be unavailable this evening due to a scheduled system upgrade...
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Mon, 12 Dec 2011
Here are the First Option closing dates during the holiday season and the other Access Options you can use...
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Tue, 29 Nov 2011
Here are some simple tips to protect yourself and your money during the busy holiday shopping season...
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Wed, 09 Nov 2011
From 1 December 2011, there are some important changes to the Bonus Saver account...
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Thu, 17 Nov 2011
The Reserve Bank has announced that the official interest rate will be reduced by 0.25%...
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Thu, 10 Nov 2011
Members are advised of the following interest rate changes, as a result of the RBA announcing a decrease in the Cash Rate on 1 Nov 2011.
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Thu, 01 Dec 2011
Smartphones, like the iPhone, are essentially mobile mini computers. As well as running applications (apps) they carry a wide range of personal and business information like birth dates, people's names, addresses and internet login links.
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Wed, 30 Nov 2011
First Option is proud to launch its own branded Visa Credit Card - with the added benefit of Visa payWave
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Tue, 06 Sep 2011
The standard daily limit for external Internet Banking transfers has changed...
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Wed, 14 Sep 2011
First Option has greeted changes to the Financial Claims Scheme...
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Thu, 22 Sep 2011
First Option members are reminded to be aware of the latest phone scam currently doing the rounds.
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Mon, 20 Jun 2011
It's official, First Option receives a five star rating once again!
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Wed, 31 Aug 2011
Read our top 5 tips on how to be smart in a volatile share market...
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Mon, 15 Aug 2011
Visa has introduced its small transaction service to Australian consumers...
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Mon, 18 Jul 2011
First Option welcomes moves to help consumers navigate their way through the home loan and credit card maze...
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Fri, 01 Jul 2011
First Option is currently experiencing intermittent System Errors with the Internet Banking service...
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Fri, 01 Jul 2011
Members are reminded that some Fees and Charges will change from 1 July 2011...
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Thu, 21 Jul 2011
Here are our top 10 tips for getting yourself organized for tax time...
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Thu, 21 Jul 2011
With the Australian dollar remaining strong against the US Dollar, the Euro and the British Pound, now is a good time to consider taking that overseas trip you have been dreaming about.
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Thu, 21 Jul 2011
Good news for our ATM users. The Bank of Queensland (BOQ) has joined forces with the rediATM network.
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Thu, 21 Jul 2011
While Members have lots of options when they need to communicate with their credit union, we are always looking for better ways.
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Tue, 28 Jun 2011
Visa Debit payWave is the latest payment technology that lets you pay faster with less hassle.
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Tue, 24 May 2011
It's never too early to start saving, so we're making it easy for you to teach your children to develop good savings habits...
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Wed, 30 Mar 2011
First Option can help you to start saving today...
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Tue, 01 Mar 2011
Find out how Credit Unions compare to other lenders...
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Wed, 11 May 2011
The First Home Owner Grant is an initiative of the Australian Government to assist first home buyers to purchase their home.
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Wed, 11 May 2011
First Option is an active partner with its Host companies.
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Fri, 28 Jan 2011
Here are some important tips to keep your smart phone secure...
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Tue, 21 Dec 2010
Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan has recently become a Credit Union member.....
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Tue, 30 Nov 2010
Members are advised of the following rate changes, as a result of the RBA announcing an increase in the Cash Rate on 2 Nov 2010.
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Wed, 24 Nov 2010
KPMG's recent survey highlights the "strength, resilience and competitiveness" of the mutual banking sector.
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Tue, 23 Nov 2010
Read and watch the Treasurer Wayne Swan's comments about Credit Unions...
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Mon, 15 Nov 2010
Greater competition in banking will benefit all Australians...
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Mon, 17 Jan 2011
For the third year in a row, First Option has won a GOLD medal in Money magazine’s 2011 Best of the Best awards. This is great news for Members as it confirms that First Option has the Cheapest Personal Loan in Australia
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Mon, 10 Jan 2011
A recent upgrade of our website means that it is now compatible with the Google Chrome web browser.
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Thu, 06 Jan 2011
At First Option we regularly review our products to ensure that you gain the greatest benefit from your membership. Our most recent review revealed that we could improve our range of Award-winning Personal and Car Loans by providing Members with redraw access to their advance payments.
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Fri, 05 Nov 2010
Find out why the RBA raised the official rate on Melbourne Cup day...
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Tue, 19 Oct 2010
What's next for Australian property prices?
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Tue, 07 Sep 2010
Greater Online Purchasing Security for First Option Members...
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Thu, 02 Sep 2010
Your rediATM network continues to grow with the addition of BOQ ATMs...
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Fri, 20 Aug 2010
We examine the enormous profits posted by the big banks...
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Thu, 26 Aug 2010
First Option is a proud supporter of CUFA...
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Mon, 16 Aug 2010
How much are YOU contributing to the Commonwealth Bank's profits?
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Fri, 23 Apr 2010
Register for 'One Time Passwords' for enhanced Internet Banking Security...
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Fri, 19 Mar 2010
Find your nearest nab or rediATM with this free iPhone application.
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Mon, 21 Jun 2010
Learn more about how Europe's debt troubles affect Australia...
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Tue, 11 May 2010
Members are advised of the following rate changes, as a result of the RBA announcing an increase in the Cash Rate on 5 May 2010.
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Wed, 30 Jun 2010
Unfortunately, we share the world with some very cunning criminals who are constantly thinking up new ways to trick us out of our money...
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Tue, 06 Apr 2010
Important notice regarding retail giant Woolworths...
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Fri, 19 Feb 2010
Paper Statements are a thing of the past with Online Statements ...
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Fri, 28 May 2010
For many of us, the question is whether to buy now or wait.
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Wed, 30 Jun 2010
SMS Banking is a convenient way for you to stay in touch with your finances anytime and anywhere, 24/7...
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Wed, 30 Jun 2010
The Federal Government’s recent announcement of savings initiatives in the federal budget should encourage people to increase their savings...
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Tue, 01 Jun 2010
Over 40,000 Cash Passport holders have voted the Travelex Cash Passport their favourite financial product of 2009...
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Tue, 09 Feb 2010
Find out about recent changes and how they may affect you.
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Wed, 20 Jan 2010
We have made some changes to the PhoneLink service...
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Tue, 24 Nov 2009
Our new and improved Internet Banking Service has arrived...
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Tue, 24 Nov 2009
See what new service we have obtained for our members...
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Wed, 28 Oct 2009
"Vishing" is a like a typical email "phishing" scam except over the phone...
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Wed, 28 Oct 2009
Identify the main barriers to saving and take steps to avoid them...
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Wed, 28 Oct 2009
Card providers have been working together to develop a new global standard in card security – microchip technology...
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