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Bonus Saver

Earn up to

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%
p.a.
5.10
%
p.a.
On balances up to $100,000
Terms and conditions apply

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Total bonus interest rate explained

Base variable rate

0.10

%
p.a.

At a minimum, you'll get this rate (subject to change).

Bonus variable rate

5.00

%
p.a.

Earn bonus rate by:

Depositing $100+ each month

Make no withdrawals each month

The rate above is for balances up to $100,000.

Bonus rates vary depending on balance amount.

Total bonus interest rate

5.10

%
p.a.


Total rate (base variable rate + bonus variable rate) you could earn on a new Bonus Saver account (on balances up to $100,000).

The base variable interest rate and bonus variable interest rates apply to your Bonus Saver account if bonus interest conditions are met.

What you get

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Online access

Use the Bank Australia app and internet banking to check your savings and move money if you need to.

No monthly fees

With no account fees, deposit fees or domestic online transfer fees, it’s just straightforward savings.

Round UP

Grow your savings with small change. Eligible purchases on your Visa Debit card are rounded up to the nearest $1, $5 or $10.


Joint accounts

Open an account with another person.
Joint accounts are available with any of our transaction or savings accounts.

Security

Know your money is safe with card controls, security alerts and more.

Savings buckets

Organise your savings into buckets – think ‘bills’ and ‘holidays’ – simply by opening a second Bank Australia savings account, like Online Saver.

Rates, fees, terms and conditions

Current rates if bonus interest conditions are met

Make a deposit of at least $100 and no withdrawals each month to get an interest rate of:

Effective 1 October 2024
Balance
Interest (p.a.)
$0 – $100,000
5.10
%
$100,000.01 – $250,000
4.75
%
$250,000.01 – $500,000
4.30
%
$500,000.01+
4.00
%

Base variable rate if bonus interest conditions are not met

Balance
Interest (p.a.)
Any balance
0.10
%

Interest rate is variable, calculated daily on whole of balance and credited monthly.

Eligibility criteria

People aged 13+
Aged under 13? Read about how to open an account in our in trust account eligibility criteria

People living in Australia as a permanent resident or with a relevant work visa

Single and joint account holders

Only one Bonus Saver account is allowed per customer, solely or jointly owned

Fees and charges

We’ll waive the staff-assisted withdrawal fees if you:

Exceeding available funds fee
$10 plus Debit interest charge rate
Debit interest charge rate
12.39%
Staff assisted withdrawal fee
$2.50 (unless waived as listed above)

For all fees and charges please refer to Deposit fees, charges and transaction limits

General advice

Information provided is of a general nature only. In providing you with this information you should consider the appropriateness of this advice with regards to your particular financial situation and needs. You should consult the Product Disclosure Documents below and Target Market Determination before making a decision to apply for products with Bank Australia.

Terms, conditions, fees and charges are applicable as outlined below.

Product disclosure documents

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Bonus Saver interest rate?

The Bonus Saver rate is the base variable rate plus the bonus variable rate, which applies when bonus interest conditions are met ($100 minimum deposit and no withdrawals per month).

Are there any deposit conditions on my Bonus Saver account?

You need to make a minimum deposit of $100 to the account and no withdrawals for the month to receive bonus variable rates. If these conditions aren’t met, you will only be eligible to receive the base variable interest rate.

When is interest paid to my Bonus Saver account?

Interest is calculated on the daily balances, and paid at the end of a calendar month or on the day the account is closed.

Can I open more than one Bonus Saver account?

Only one Bonus Saver account is allowed per customer, solely or jointly owned.

How is bonus interest rate calculated?

If interest is payable on your account, it is calculated on a daily basis using the following formula:

Daily Closing Balance X interest rate / 365

The daily closing balance is the credit balance on your account at the end of a day. All current interest rates are available on our website.

How are saving products different to term deposit?

Fixed term deposits offer a guaranteed rate of return on your money for the life of an investment. They are also a low maintenance option so they are more 'set and forget' than savings accounts, which are more flexible with withdrawals but require meeting bonus conditions in order to get the bonus rate. You can learn more about the key differences between term deposits and other savings accounts here.

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