How to manage money anxiety after the holiday season.
The holiday season is full of joy and generosity, but it can also leave a noticeable dent in your wallet. You’ve splurged on gifts for kids, parents, teachers, and even the dog. As the festive cheer fades, the bills keep rolling in, leaving many of us feeling the financial strain. If this sounds familiar, don’t […]
A series of unfortunate Christmas events.
As your trusted bank, we always have your best interests at heart—someone’s got to keep the sensible cap on! While we’re not here to play the role of the fun police (entirely), we want to help you avoid a few potential mishaps that can sneak up during the festive season. Accidentally throwing out gifts We’re […]
Supporting families and animals in need this holiday season.
The festive season is a time to come together, reflect, and embrace the spirit of giving. At Summerland Bank, we’re proud to celebrate this special time of year by supporting two wonderful initiatives that bring joy to those who need it most: Momentum Collective’s Adopt a Family for Christmas and the Lismore Animal Rights and […]
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 […]
