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Lifestyle
There are so many things that can affect your everyday life, from your relationships, job, right through to personal interests. Our Lifestyle section covers it all.
Here are the most common techniques fraudsters use over the Christmas period and how to avoid them
Here are the most common techniques fraudsters use over the Christmas period and how to avoid them
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Short winter breaks that are kind to your wallet
Take time out to recharge with these short, budget-friendly winter break ideas
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Take control of your finances with tools at your fingertips
Here are three money management apps to help you manage all aspects of your personal finances.
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Lifestyle changes you can make to better our environment
From your finances to your fashion and food consumption, ensuring you’re an ethical consumer can lead to positive change.
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Our top ideas for an ethical Christmas
Check out our list of noteworthy Christmas gift ideas that are ethical, green and kind to the environment.
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Domestic trips you can take in times of COVID
With the world on pause in 2020, we look to some great trips you can take right here in Australia.
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Explore ways to keep your stress in check
When it comes to dealing with stress, it’s best to know what the signs and causes are, and seek support or simple ways to deal with those in your control.
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Protect your personal information online
There are a few key ways that you can try and be more aware of your own responsibility when it comes to protecting your personal information on the internet.
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Defined goals can help your business grow
Learn how to set business goals and the common mistakes to avoid.
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Behaving in an ethical way doesn’t need to send you broke
If approached in the right way it may reduce costs and result in growth. And the good news; it doesn’t matter how small or large your business is, you can still build an ethical business.
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All in the family for ‘the best job you’ll ever have’
As a parent, there are few things better in life than your kids following in your footsteps, especially when it’s a career that you’ve dedicated over 20 years of service to.
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Some of the most ingenious ideas and innovations happen by accident
Retired station commander and Firefighters Mutual Bank member, Geoff Hooler, shares his story of giving a Bedford water tanker the opportunity to serve again.
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Meet our first staff member, Desma Lindenbaur
Here, she reflects on her time with the bank and helps us celebrate our 50th anniversary.
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