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24 February 2025

Want to stretch your dollar while entertaining? Save money, time and stress by planning your celebrations on a budget like a pro. Read more.

05 February 2025

If you've always wanted to invest in property, equity could be a good start. Discover our guide to building and accessing home loan equity.

06 August 2024

Learn how you can be smarter with your money.

06 August 2024

Renovation ideas and simple things you can do to give your new home a facelift and add value to your property. Read more here.

04 April 2023

Looking to make some home improvements? Make your renovation budget go further with these handy tips.

04 April 2023

Looking for your next home improvement project? Here are 4 things to consider when buying a property to renovate

16 March 2023

Here are some ways BOQ can help you be more sustainable with your money.

30 June 2025

From lodging a tax return to working-from-home deductions, here’s everything you need to know to get your finances in shape.

09 May 2025

Read the latest housing update from BOQ Chief Economist, Peter Munckton.

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Personal Finance

24 February 2025

Want to stretch your dollar while entertaining? Save money, time and stress by planning your celebrations on a budget like a pro. Read more.

06 August 2024

Learn how you can be smarter with your money.

16 March 2023

Here are some ways BOQ can help you be more sustainable with your money.

20 December 2022

There are plenty of ways to turn your kids into super savers in a world of tapping, swiping and online shopping.

30 June 2025

From lodging a tax return to working-from-home deductions, here’s everything you need to know to get your finances in shape.

01 December 2024

Scams are getting more advanced, so it's important to stay alert to what you see online. Here are four scams to watch out for.

15 November 2024

Scammers are finding new ways to deceive people out of money and personal information. Here are cautionary tales of the top scams to be aware of.

11 October 2024

Ever wanted to know why you need a special code to log into an app? Or why you’re suddenly receiving an influx of spam? Read more.

25 June 2024

We look at 6 ways to say goodbye to bad spending habits that could be costing you big in the long run. Find out more.

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Property

27 February 2025

If your home loan’s fixed rate term is coming to an end, find out what choices are available and how you can prepare yourself for new repayments.

05 February 2025

If you've always wanted to invest in property, equity could be a good start. Discover our guide to building and accessing home loan equity.

06 August 2024

Renovation ideas and simple things you can do to give your new home a facelift and add value to your property. Read more here.

01 December 2023

Whether you’re home or away this summer, here are some top tips to protect your home.

04 April 2023

Looking to make some home improvements? Make your renovation budget go further with these handy tips.

04 April 2023

Looking for your next home improvement project? Here are 4 things to consider when buying a property to renovate

20 December 2022

Not sure where to start renovating? Ask yourself these six questions.

24 February 2025

Is a fixed rate or variable rate home loan better? Discover the advantages and disadvantages of both types. Learn more.

20 February 2025

Find out what an offset account and redraw facility is and how you can use them to access the money in your home. Learn more.

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Local Community

25 July 2024

Kamilaroi woman, Merinda Walters describes the meaning behind the artwork and how yarning circles helped to comemmorate 150 years of BOQ.

12 July 2024

Orange Sky Australia are connecting communities through action with their mobile laundry services. Find out how.

19 May 2023

Our BOQ owner managers in Cairns and Hervey Bay share their top Queensland holiday destinations.

03 June 2021

Stars Foundation runs support programs for one of Australia's most at-risk groups - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls and young women.

01 June 2021

Improving the education, discipline, life skills, self-esteem and employment prospects of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men.

NEW

28 August 2020

As the saying goes, time flies when you’re having fun – and this couldn’t be more true than for BOQ Campbelltown, who are celebrating 15 years!

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24 September 2019

Learn more about four of BOQ's family owned and operated branches, as the teams share what they enjoy most about working and achieving together.

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28 June 2019

After 43 years of hard work and service, today marks the final day that veteran employee, John Buck, will attend his BOQ desk.

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30 May 2019

Last weekend, a number of BOQ team members had the pleasure of participating in the much loved annual Queensland Corporate Games.

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Economic Update

09 May 2025

Read the latest housing update from BOQ Chief Economist, Peter Munckton.

19 December 2024

Chief Economist, Peter Munckton takes a look at the year that was, and his predictions for what 2025 will bring.

13 December 2024

Read the latest interest rate update from BOQ Chief Economist, Peter Munckton.

16 October 2024

Annual house price growth across Australia eased a little in September, but it’s still above the pace of disposable income growth, find out more.

26 July 2024

Strong house price growth is good for existing homeowners. But what about those trying to get into the market? Read more.

09 July 2024

Our Chief Economist takes stock of predictions for the first half of 2024, and how we're travelling to meet predictions for July onwards.

01 July 2024

In the latest economic update, it appears jobs growth has been substantially stronger than the growth in hours worked. Read more.

21 June 2024

Read the latest interest rate update from BOQ Chief Economist, Peter Munckton.

03 June 2024

In his latest economic update, Chief Economist Peter Munckton answers the question, 'where did all the workers go?' during COVID. Read more.

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Life Moments

22 June 2022

Our Customer Advocate's guide to seeking support when experiencing difficulties with debt

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BOQ Blog

Featured

Your guide to entertaining on a budget

How does home loan equity work?

Got a savings goal? Try these 10 every day money-saving tips

Smart, simple renovations that will add value to your home

Looking to renovate? Get the most out of your budget with these tips

4 things to consider when buying a property to renovate

3 ways you can be more sustainable with your money

Lodging a tax return: Your questions answered

Housing market update: May 2025

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Personal Finance

Your guide to entertaining on a budget

Got a savings goal? Try these 10 every day money-saving tips

3 ways you can be more sustainable with your money

Five ways to teach your kids about saving

Lodging a tax return: Your questions answered

Common scams to watch out for

Cautionary tales of online fraud

Decoding your cyber security

How to break up with your bad spending habits

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Property

Home loan fixed rate ending soon? Know your options

How does home loan equity work?

Smart, simple renovations that will add value to your home

Home or away: How to protect your home over summer

Looking to renovate? Get the most out of your budget with these tips

4 things to consider when buying a property to renovate

The ultimate renovation guide

Fixed or variable: which home loan should you choose?

Offset account or Redraw facility: which is best for you?

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Local Community

First Nations methods and meaning used to mark 150 years of BOQ

Orange Sky: connecting communities through action

Off the beaten track: Queensland’s best holiday destinations

Supporting The Stars Of The Future This National Reconciliation Week

Celebrating Our Community Partner Clontarf Foundation This National Reconciliation Week

BOQ Campbelltown Celebrates 15 Years In The Community

BOQ Celebrates National Family Business Day

BOQ Farewells John Buck After 43 Years Of Service

BOQ Make Their Mark At The 2019 Queensland Corporate Games

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Economic Update

Housing market update: May 2025

Economic update: 2024 in review and a 2025 preview

December interest rate update

Housing market update: October 2024

Housing market update: July 2024

Economic update 2024: half-year analysis

Economic update July 2024: changing work dynamics post-pandemic

June interest rate update

Economic update June 2024: a look at the Aussie jobs market

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Life Moments

Struggling to pay your debts? Three things to consider doing

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