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1 minute read3 April 2025
How to write a winning TIP application
Education
We want your applications for our Teaching Initiatives Program (TIP). So, we've made it easier for you to apply.
1 minute read28 March 2025
Student leaders have great ideas!
Education
We're on the lookout for exciting, innovative projects schools would love to activate but are held back by a lack of funding.
Learn more1 minute read24 March 2025
Who knows it's hard to get funding for great ideas?
Education
Bank First, that's who! We're inviting all Victorian teachers, who have a project idea but little, or no funding, to consider applying for a 2025 TIP grant.
Learn more2 minutes read4 March 2025
Fuelling minds at lunchtime
Education
Bec Spink, Wirrigirri Primary School Principal, is introducing a school lunch program to ensure that every student has the nutrition needed to learn at their full potential.
Learn more2 minutes read4 March 2025
Boldly speaking up and being heard
Education
Through the Be Bold Be Heard program, young women are using their voices at school and speaking up.
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1 minute read3 March 2025
Do you know a teacher?
Education
We want to help more teachers at more schools bring their great projects to the classroom.
Learn more2 minutes read14 February 2025
Guiding teachers on their journey home
Case Study
Making home ownership more achievable through tailored support, and programs like the Housing Australia Home Guarantee Scheme.
Learn more2 minutes read10 February 2025
Fast fashion out of style at Paynesville Primary
Education
Paynesville Primary School students are learning about the impact of their clothing choices to make a difference for the future.
Learn more3 minutes read5 February 2025
Michelle Bagnall talks 'placement poverty'
Corporate
Hear from CEO Michelle Bagnall, her experience and our bank’s commitment to nursing and education students.
Learn more2 minutes read21 October 2024
World Teachers' Day
Education
This World Teachers' Day, we're recognising the incredible impact that teachers have had, and continue to have, on our lives.
Learn more2 minutes read18 October 2024
Managing waste with Eco Bins
Education
Armed with colour-coded bins, Oscar Romero Catholic Primary School students are managing waste sustainably and showing us all how it’s done.
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