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The Brighter Side of Banking magazine - July/August

Bright ideas to help you reach your money goals. Grab a copy in branch or read the latest issue online. 

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The Brighter Side – Catch up on our TV series

Watch all episodes of The Brighter Side on 10 Play and YouTube, for money saving tips, cooking hacks, inspiring stories and great ideas. 

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Listen to ‘Doubt Never Did’ stories

Hear how Australians have left doubt behind, from everyday Aussies to CommBank Matildas star Mary Fowler.

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Discover our Financial Fitness Program

Access practical lessons to help make your money go further today and plan for a brighter tomorrow.

Lift your savings muscle: Save up to $2,000 a year with these data-proven money saving tips.

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5 secrets from behavioural science to help hack your brain AND your bills.

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Don’t sweat it, save it: Try these ultimate cost-of-living strategies.

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Tips, stories & inspiration

Grow

How to invest your first $1000

Three investors share how they spent their first grand and the lessons they've learnt along the way.
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Ways to stay cosy for less this winter

Affordable home upgrades, smart styling and good habits—experts reveal how to boost comfort without cranking up the heating and bills.
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How to turn your side hustle into a day job

Two founders share how they turned their side job into a successful business and offer tips for those thinking of making the leap.
Dream

How Nooria found safety and support in Australia

When Nooria Noorzai moved to Australia from Afghanistan, she sought safety. What she found was community and the confidence to think big.
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Healthy payday habits that can set you up for success

Take the time to get smart about your salary, from checking your pay to mapping out upcoming expenses and setting up automatic transfers.
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The doctor flying solo to raise funds for sick children

Meet Associate Professor Andrew Kornberg, the doctor flying 27,000 kilometres to raise money for the Royal Children’s Hospital.

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From money-saving tips, small business stories and clever ways to get ahead, discover the brighter side of banking

Know

Protect yourself from scams and fraud, discover digital tools that can help you spend wisely and hit your savings goals faster. Meet inspiring communities and familiar faces (including our branch members) from all over who share their money stories.

Save

Right now, every little bit counts. Boost your money confidence and find new ways to reduce budget pressures, with tips from everyday Australians and insights from personal finance experts. Find spending hacks and learn the money moves that can help you get ahead.

Grow

From side hustle ideas to superannuation boosters and small business inspiration, we share the stories of people who have grown their wealth through hard work, clever innovation and the right support. Plus useful ways to future­ proof even the loftiest goals.

Dream

For many people, it’s the big dreams we save for the hardest. That’s what keeps us going, whether that’s a bucket-list holiday, renovating your home or changing your life with a bold move. Discover the ways people have been able to transform their lives and make their dreams a reality.