Hey Guys
This deal is pretty sweet, and i signed up last Friday after a friend told me about it. Its government funded. $500 in matched savings for attending a couple of finance workshops and its run nationally
I have put the info about it below.
cheers !
Saver Plus assists individuals and families on lower incomes to build assets and improve financial capability, and has supported thousands of lower income earners to develop a lasting savings habit.
Saver Plus offers:
up to $500 in matched savings for education costs
fun, free and informal financial education workshops
assistance and support from a local Saver Plus worker to establish a savings goal and develop a savings habit.
Participants make regular deposits towards a savings goal over a 10-month period and attend workshops to build their financial management skills. When participants reach their savings goal, ANZ matches the amount – up to $500 – towards education costs including uniforms, text books, laptops, sports equipment, music tuition, TAFE or apprenticeship costs, and much more.
Who is eligible?
You may be eligible to join Saver Plus if you:
have a Centrelink Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card
are at least 18 years old
have some regular income from work (you or your partner) including casual, part-time, full-time or seasonal employment
have a child at school or attend vocational education yourself.
I did this a few years ago. All good.