Gifting with impact this holiday season.
This holiday season, we encourage you to explore gifts from other B Corp’s that reflect the same values of sustainability, social responsibility, and community care. Shopping with purpose has never been easier, thanks to a diverse range of Australian B Corp’s offering unique and impactful products. From eco-friendly cleaning products to sustainably sourced food items, […]
Empowering local talent: Summerland Bank’s Rising Stars Scholarship.
At Summerland Bank, our mission extends far beyond financial services — we’re deeply invested in the success and prosperity of our community. One way we uphold this commitment is through our long-standing partnership with Southern Cross University, offering the Rising Stars Scholarship. Since its inception in 1994, this program has helped nurture local talent, empowering students […]
Celebrating 60 years of community banking: Our diamond jubilee.
This year marks a special milestone for Summerland Bank: 60 years of proudly serving the communities of Northern Rivers, NSW. Since our founding in 1964, we’ve remained dedicated to customer-owned, community-focused banking. This anniversary presented the perfect opportunity to celebrate our journey and give back to the communities that have always supported us. A legacy […]
Stay safe shopping online. Tips for spotting scams.
Is this Marketplace ad real or a scam? What you need to know for safe online shopping As the holiday season approaches, online shopping becomes even more convenient—but it also comes with risks. According to Scamwatch, Australians lost over $7 million to online shopping and classified scams in 2024, with actual losses likely even higher. […]
Important update: Cheques phased out by 2030.
As you may have noticed, cheque usage in Australia is rapidly declining. In just a few months from July 2023 to March 2024, cheque usage dropped by nearly 30%—a trend we’re seeing globally as people shift toward faster, more convenient payment methods. What’s changing? The payment regulators in Australia have set a deadline for phasing […]
Notice of Annual General Meeting – You’re invited to join us.
Notice is given that the 42nd Annual General Meeting of Summerland Financial Services Limited, trading as Summerland Bank, will be held on Wednesday, 20 November 2024, at Invercauld House, 163 Invercauld Road, Goonellabah NSW 2480, and online via Microsoft Teams (see RSVP section below), commencing at 6pm (NSW Daylight Saving Time). Agenda:
Intent to merge with Regional Australia Bank.
Summerland Bank and Regional Australia Bank are pleased to announce our shared intent to merge and are now moving towards undergoing due diligence to investigate the merger’s feasibility and benefits. Our combined long-standing customer owned model would expand market share and presence across Australia’s regional populations and unify our common goal to build strong communities […]
Be wary of criminals impersonating Summerland Bank.
In today’s digital age, scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Recently, we’ve received reports of a telephone-based scam where criminals are posing as Summerland Bank staff or the “Fraud team/Squad.” These scammers may even spoof our phone number, making it appear as though the call is genuinely from Summerland Bank. How does this scam work? Here’s a […]
Protect yourself from phone porting and SIM swapping fraud.
Our mobile phones have become essential to our daily lives, from staying connected to receiving SMS codes for payments and password resets. Unfortunately, this reliance has also made them a target for criminals who want to hijack our mobile numbers to intercept verification codes. This type of fraud is known as phone porting or SIM […]