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State Schools' Relief was founded by school principals and Bank First was established by teachers – there's a purpose and synergy to this partnership.

Crypto is a private investment and it’s an area which criminals are infiltrating, posing as genuine crypto experts.

Phishing scams can come in different forms but all have the same aim – to trick you into giving away sensitive information such as passwords, banking details or verification codes.

Wirrigirri Primary School’s universal meals program aims to make food a joyful experience for students while removing stigma around food insecurity.

Nurses are looking after others, but who’s looking after them financially? Discover insights from over 300 healthcare professionals across Australia.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

We've all heard of AfterPay, Klarna, Zip, PayPal Pay in 4… the list goes on. They are all different Buy Now, Pay Later providers. Discover the pros and cons of using these services.