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Student account



Convenient, everyday banking without the excess fees

If you're aged 17-24 and studying your first degree or traineeship full-time, our Student Starter Account can offer convenient everyday banking, without the excess fees. As you earn interest on your account, you can also set up a regular savings plan to help you reach your savings goals and develop a savings history which may help with getting a loan later on.

Account features

  • Fee free banking^
  • No monthly account keeping fees
  • No minimum opening balance required
  • Card access via a Visa Debit card or Redicard
  • Free withdrawals**
  • Interest paid on your balance
  • A BPAY facility to pay bills
  • The option of a $500 Visa Overdraft^
  • An optional deposit book
  • Ability to make regular deposits, including salary deposits direct to the account

Interest rates

Balance
Interest Rate
$0-$999
0.10% p.a.*
$1,000-$4,999
0.50% p.a.*
$5,000-$9,999
0.75% p.a.*
$10,000-$49,000
1.00% p.a.*
$50,000+
1.50+ p.a.*

Access options

  • Internet Banking (optional)
  • Mobile Banking (optional)
  • Telephone Banking (optional)
  • E-statements (optional)
  • Access to your money through the rediATM network of over 3,500 ATMs - Australia's second largest ATM network
  • Over the counter at our 11 Financial Services Stores



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Useful information

Becoming a Member


Our product Conditions of Use are available on this website. You should read and consider these Terms and Conditions when deciding to use any product. ^Subject to lending criteria. *Withdrawals from non-rediATMs will incur direct charge fees. ** Number of free withdrawals are based on total relationship. See our Member Allowance page for more information. Rates are current as at 09/05/13 and subject to change without notice.
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