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Welcome to our new website

It’s no secret we’re on a mission to help Aussies feel confident when it comes to their finances. One of the ways we’re doing that is making our website more accessible and user-friendly.

Update on proposed merger with Beyond Bank

Police & Nurses Limited (PNL) has concluded its Due Diligence on the potential merger with Beyond Bank Australia (BBA) announced in June 2024 and has decided not to proceed.

BCU Bank exits home guarantee scheme

After careful deliberation, the decision has been made to exit the Home Guarantee Scheme at the end of May 2024.

Credit card use blocked for online gambling

New laws have recently come into effect which make it illegal for an online gambling company to accept a credit card payment online.

BCU Bank joins forces with Australia Zoo and Wildlife Warriors to champion koala conservation

In a momentous stride towards koala conservation, BCU Bank is thrilled to announce a partnership with Australia Zoo and Wildlife Warriors.

Real time payments with the NPP

BCU Bank members will soon be able to make and receive payments in real-time, 24-hours a day, seven days a week, through the ‘New Payments Platform’ (NPP).

Police & Nurses LTD announce chair-elect by Steve Targett

Gary Humphreys has been elected by the Board of Directors as Chair-elect, with Gary’s term as Chair becoming effective 11 December 2023.

P&N Group appoint new insurance partner

P&N Group is pleased to announce the appointment of CGU Insurance as the new general insurance provider for its BCU Bank and P&N Bank brands.

Permanent Ballina branch to open

We’re pleased to announce the new-look Ballina BCU Bank branch will open on Monday 22 April at 118 River Street, Ballina (next to Top Cuts).

November 2023 interest rate changes

BCU Bank is making changes to interest rates across lending products and some savings products following the RBA’s increase to the cash rate.

May interest rate changes 2024

BCU Bank is pleased to share that we are decreasing some of our home loan interest rates.

Important changes to your loan redraw

We've removed your minimum redraw amount to help you manage your loans more effectively.

Fraudulent email – member awareness

We have become aware of a fraudulent email being sent to some members. The scam e-mail advises members that their BCU Bank credit card has been charged.

Credit card use blocked for online gambling

New laws have recently come into effect which make it illegal for an online gambling company to accept a credit card payment online.

Community at the core of BCU Bank

Twenty community and not-for-profit groups have been awarded a total of $50,000 through BCU's inaugural 2020 Bill Ussher Community Grants.