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Savings Accounts

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You might have a particular savings goal in mind. You might be investing. Or you might just be putting something away for a rainy day. But whatever you’re saving for, we can help. Our Accumulator range of savings accounts offer high interest rates, and a number of intelligent features to help you get there faster.

IQ Saver

Don’t visit the branch much? If you find you’re doing all your banking online, the IQ Saver is perfect for you. You’ll get a higher rate of interest, and no monthly account keeping fees. You can even access it on your mobile, for banking that’s as mobile as you are.

  • High variable interest on balances over $2,000
  • No account keeping fees
  • Immediate access to funds 24/7
Up to 3.75% pa
interest rate
  Additional Information
Features IQ Saver
Minimum opening balance $1
Funds available at call Yes
Cheque Book No
VISA, EFTPOS/ATM No
Internet/Telephone/SMS banking Yes
Direct entry (credit/debit) Credit only
Bpay®/Pay Anyone No
Interest Income Calculated daily, paid monthly
Over the counter transactions No

CU+ Saver

If you’ve got a savings goal, you’ll reach it faster with the CU+ Saver. With high interest and no monthly account keeping fees, the CU+ Saver will reward you with a higher interest rate for making regular deposits.

  • Higher rate of interest
  • No account keeping fees
  • Access via internet and phone banking
Up to 4.55% pa***
interest rate
  Additional Information
Features CU+ Saver
Minimum opening balance $1
Funds available at call Yes
Cheque Book No
VISA, EFTPOS/ATM Yes
Internet/Telephone/SMS banking Yes
Direct entry (credit/debit) Credit and Debit
Bpay®/Pay Anyone Yes
Interest Income Calculated daily, paid monthly
Over the counter transactions Yes

Christmas Account

Use this account to save for a specific purpose such as Christmas expenses, a holiday or school fees.

  • NO account keeping fees
  • Payroll deduction
  • Tiered interest rate
Up to 1.00% pa**
interest rate
  Additional Information
Features Christmas
Minimum opening balance $1
Funds available at call Yes (conditions & fees may apply)
Cheque Book No
VISA, EFTPOS/ATM No
Internet/Telephone/SMS banking Yes (conditions & fees may apply)
Direct entry (credit/debit) Credit only
Bpay®/Pay Anyone Yes (conditions & fees may apply)
Interest Income Calculated daily, paid 1 Nov-31 Jan
Over the counter transactions Yes (conditions & fees may apply)

Wildlife Saver

We will donate 1c in every dollar deposited into a Wildlife Saver account to projects that protect our natural environment and the endangered animals that live within it. This account is a fun filled way for parents to help their children understand the value of money and the importance of caring for the environment.

  • No monthly account keeping fees
  • No minimum deposit or withdrawals
  • Bonus interest for saving
Up to 4.55% pa***
interest rate
  Additional Information
Features Wildlife Saver
Minimum opening balance $1
Funds available at call Yes
Cheque Book No
VISA, EFTPOS/ATM No
Internet/Telephone/SMS banking Yes (some restrictions apply)
Direct entry (credit/debit) Credit only
Bpay®/Pay Anyone No
Interest Income Calculated daily, paid monthly
Over the counter transactions No

Junior Saver

An account specifically for our junior members who are too young to operate their own account.

  • NO account keeping fees
  • Higher rate of interest
  • Restricted access: no cards or electronic access
Up to 3.00% pa
interest rate
  Additional Information
Features Junior Saver
Minimum opening balance $1
Funds available at call Yes
Cheque Book No
VISA, EFTPOS/ATM No
Internet/Telephone/SMS banking No
Direct entry (credit/debit) Credit Only
Bpay®/Pay Anyone No
Interest Income Calculated daily, paid quarterly
Over the counter transactions Yes

Teen Saver

This account is for young transactors who are able to understand and operate their own transaction/savings account. Available for members up to the age of 21.

  • NO account keeping fees
  • Access to Redicard and EFTPOS
  • $10 transaction allowance
Up to 0.75% pa
interest rate
  Additional Information
Features Teen Saver
Minimum opening balance $1
Funds available at call Yes
Cheque Book No
VISA, EFTPOS/ATM Yes (some restrictions apply)
Internet/Telephone/SMS banking Yes (some restrictions apply)
Direct entry (credit/debit) Credit and Debit
Bpay®/Pay Anyone Yes
Interest Income Calculated daily, paid quarterly
Over the counter transactions Yes

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**Withdrawals and transfers are permitted between 01 November and 31 January each year without penalty.
***Earn Bonus Interest when you make at least one deposit and no withdrawals in the same month
Interest rates effective 17/05/2012 and are subject to change. ® registered to BPay Pty. Ltd

Catalyst Mutual is a division of Community Alliance Credit Union Limited the product issuer of the deposit and payment products. ABN 14 087 650 771 AFSL No. 245 576. Any advice given is of general nature only and does not take into consideration your objectives, financial situation or needs. Please consider the appropriateness of the advice before acting.

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