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The Brighter Side of Banking magazine - September/October

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 – Watch our TV series

Our TV series is back, returning to 10 with more practical tips, bright ideas and inspiration to help us all get financially fit.

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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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Tips, stories & inspiration

Grow

Scott Cam's five golden rules for smarter renovating

The Block’s Scott Cam shares his top tips for getting it right, from budgeting and planning to DIY dos and don’ts.
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Who's really influencing your finances?

CommBank personal finance expert Jess Irvine shares her tips for ensuring your closest relationships are having a positive impact on your wallet.
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Discover 5 simple ways you can start saving money

Take a look at the top five money-saving tips we think everyone should know if they want to better budget their money and live more efficiently.
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Adam Liaw and the CommBank Matildas make tasty burrito bowls

Turn last night’s bolognese into burrito bowls with Adam Liaw and the CommBank Matildas. They’re flavour-filled and great for a family dinner.
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Adam Liaw’s stir-fry recipe makes the most of vegetables

Got broccoli stems? Don’t toss ’em! Adam Liaw’s tasty stir-fry turns vegetable scraps into a dinner that’s fast, flavourful and budget-friendly.
Dream

Why a family swapped the city for off-grid living

This family of five traded the urban grind for off-grid country living and fell hard for the simple pleasures of farm life.

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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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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.