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Society Cheque Account
We believe in helping out in the local neighbourhood where we can, so we offer easy low-cost banking for non-profit organisations.
For non-profits |
Ideal for schools, charities, community and sporting groups and government agencies |
Easy access |
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Deposit Only card |
For approved office bearers |
Free transactions |
Unlimited monthly deposits and withdrawals |
Account-keeping fee (formerly known as ‘Monthly Account Keeping fee’) |
$0 |
Interest |
Calculated daily, paid monthly |
Account-keeping fee (formerly known as ‘Monthly Account Keeping fee’) |
Free |
| Internet Banking |
Nil |
| Phone Banking |
Nil |
| Bank of Melbourne, St.George, BankSA and Westpac ATMs in Australia |
Nil |
| Cheque |
Nil |
| Express Deposit |
Nil |
| Agency |
Nil |
Staff assisted |
Nil |
Collection items (including cheque deposits) |
Nil |
Bank@Post™ |
Nil |
Direct debit / credit |
Nil |
Frequent statement fee |
Nil |
Periodical Payment# |
$4.00 |
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# The Periodical payment fee is payable for a transfer of funds that we make on a regular basis at your request from your Account to another specific account. The fee is charged at the time the transaction occurs. Periodical payments to another account held with St.George or BankSA or Bank of Melbourne are free. |
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6 reasons why it’ll make life easier
- It’s an easy access, low fee account we’ve designed especially for:
- Charities
- Community and sporting groups
- Public schools, colleges and universities
- Other educational organisations
- Department Agencies or Councils
- Registered Political Parties
- Make lots of deposits every month? You can use any Bank of Melbourne branch or our Express Deposit feature – no waiting in queues!
- Various people need to deposit funds? No problem! You can get Deposit Only cards for approved Office Bearers in your group.
- Get 24/7 free, unlimited everyday Internet Banking and Phone Banking. You can view transactions online anytime.2
- Get an optional chequebook.
- We’ll automatically post paper statements to you every 6 months.
Who can apply for a Society Cheque Account?
- Charities
- Community and sporting groups
- Public schools, colleges and universities
- Other educational organisations
- Department Agencies or Councils
- Registered Political Parties
Charities |
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Community and sporting groups |
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Public Schools, Colleges and Universities |
Letter from your School Principal or Dean of Studies on your educational organisation’s letterhead |
Other educational organisations |
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Department Agency or Councils |
Letter from the CEO or delegate |
Registered Political Parties |
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Visit a branch |
Apply at your nearest branch |
What you’ll need |
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Tips |
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The Detail
Conditions and fees apply.
Before making a decision, it’s best to read the terms and conditions
Please read these documents and keep a copy. You can request a paper copy at a branch.
The information on our website is prepared without knowing your personal financial circumstances. Before you act on this, please consider if it’s right for you.
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1. Daily transaction limits apply. Internet and Phone Banking Terms and Conditions apply.
2. Subject to systems availability.