Find out the latest credit card news

Everyday is guaranteed to see an announcement from one of the major Australian banks. It’s important to remain up to date on the latest from the major credit card providers to ensure that you are getting the best credit card deal. Here at CreditCardFinder.com.au, our job is to deliver to you the latest credit card news from the Australian banking & finance industry and abroad.

The following articles provide a cross-section of important credit card news and announcements:

• Visa Invites Premium Cardholders to Spend Weekend With Cate Blanchett - August 24th, 2010
  

  Premium Visa cardholders can rejoice in knowing that they might be eligible to spend a weekend with famous Aussie actress Cate Blanchett and hubby Andrew Upton.
  The special event is to be held at the prestige Blue Mountain Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa and only available to Visa Signature cardholders.
  Blanchett and Upton are both co- Artistic [...]



• Westpac Credit Rating - August 21st, 2010
  

  If you are wondering about the Westpac credit rating and what the outlook is for the company, then take a look at this article to find out more.



• The Financial Roller Coaster – Where Do We Get Off? - August 5th, 2010
  

  World economy has been a state of disarray over the last few years. What do recent figures say about our position in the financial world, and are we in a position to start relaxing?



• Australian Banks Release iPad Apps – St.George & NAB iPad Ready - June 23rd, 2010
  

  The major banks are rolling out their iPad apps but is Australia ready? Is this the future of our banking services? Will we be left with a choice about how we want to do our banking?



• Banks Advised to Be Vigilant About Credit Card Fraud During Soccer World Cup - June 7th, 2010
  

  As thousands of Aussie soccer fans make the journey to the African continent, it is expected that fraudsters won’t be far away. Many anticipate a rise in financial transaction as tourists use their cards overseas and where there is action, thieves are never far.



• FlexiPin: New Technology That Could Hopefully Prevent Card Fraud - May 31st, 2010
  

  If you have been wondering whether there is anything that is being developed to help in the fight against credit card fraud, then take a look at this article. Something new is on the scene, and it could easily provide safety for all debit and credit card owners across Australia.



• Australian Retirement Threatened By Low Savings - May 31st, 2010
  

  New research has revealed that Australians have very low savings levels which threatens their supper come retirement. It was further revealed that a simple 12 per cent increase in the SG (Superannuation Guarantee) would add as much as $150,000 to a young person’s retirement savings once they reach the age of 65. This small change in policy could help tremendously to boost the current levels.



• Aussies Favor Shopping With Their Conscience – MasterCard Survey - May 31st, 2010
  

  MasterCard conducted a new survey showing that many consumers these days seem to be shopping with their consciences. This customer behaviour shows they would rather buy more environmentally friendly products or products where the proceeds to go to charity. This behaviour is causing some retailers to open their minds to offering more socially conscious products and services.



• Intuit Mobile Phone Credit Card Processing - May 30th, 2010
  

  Intuit has unveiled a new service that allows most cell phones to do mobile credit card processing. To find out more about this new innovative technology, take a look at this article.



• Survey Says: Aussies Clueless on Where $59 of Their Budget Go Every Week - May 24th, 2010
  

  Visa recently surveyed 1000 Australians about their personal finance, personal spending and savings habits. You will be surprised what this survey revealed such Australia having one of the highest national rates for unaccountable cash spending. Find out how other countries compare to Australia and how to start tracking your expenditure.



• Mobile Contactless Payment Solutions For iPhone Announced By DeviceFidelity - May 19th, 2010
  

  Check out the latest way to make payments using your iPhone



• Consumer Confidence Rise, Aussies Prudent with Credit Card Usage - May 13th, 2010
  

  Australians are still being careful with their credit card spending even though consumer confidence is on the rise. Find out why in this article.



• Consumer Confidence Levels are Up, Credit Card Users Keeping An Eye On Their Transactions - May 7th, 2010
  

  Australian consumers have started to spend more, indicating their return of confidence on the economic outlook. The rise in credit card balances on average is much lower though. It seems credit card holders are still being cautious, preferring to use debit cards instead.



• HSBC Opens New Branch in North Sydney - April 26th, 2010
  

  In its plans to expand operations throughout Australia, HSBC Bank has opened its doors in a brand new North Sydney branch on 51 Mount Street. The bank’s plans include up to ten new branches each year over the next few years.



• Celebrity Debt Woes: Lindsay Lohan has over $600,000 in credit card debt - April 23rd, 2010
  

  Celebrity Woes: Lindsay Lohan Needs New Money Manager Fast
  The life of a celebrity isn’t all glam and sparkle; take Lindsay Lohan for example. The actress has made major news headlines thanks to her estimated $600,000 credit card debt. Perhaps she should stop by CreditCardFinder every now and then and self-educate herself on proper money management.
  A [...]



• Aussie Dollar Going Up: Good Or Bad? - April 16th, 2010
  

  If you have been wondering about the Australian dollar and how it is faring globally lately, read this article. It will let you know what state it is in now and what’s predicted for it in the future.



• St.George and Qantas announce new partnership - March 31st, 2010
  

  Qantas And St.George Announce New Partnership

  On Monday, Qantas and St.George Bank proudly announced their new Amplify partnership with the launch of the Amplify Rewards credit card. Unlike other rewards credit cards, the Amplify card allows consumers to choose between two rewards programs, the Amplify Rewards or the Amplify [...]



• America’s New Rules For Credit Card Providers - March 15th, 2010
  

  New credit card laws have been introduced since February 2010 in the U.S. to try and address some of the issues that brought upon the Global Financial Crisis.



• iCCPay Credit Card Terminal iPhone App for Australian Businesses - March 11th, 2010
  

  The iPhone has revolutionised the mobile market. Check out the latest credit card terminal iPhone app for small business.



• Tiger Woods And American Express End Their Sponsorship Deal - February 26th, 2010
  

  Featured AMEX Credit Card
  The American Express Gold Ascent Credit Card is a top rewards credit card. You get instant access to premium rewards such as being able to fly with 7 leading airlines, travel packages, and gift cards. With complimentary enrolment in Membership Rewards Ascent program you can start earning rewards points straight away.

  $0 annual [...]



• Now Is The Best Time To Get A Credit Card Before Credit Controls Tighten - February 26th, 2010
  

  Now is definitely the best time to get a credit card since it is expected that loan standards will get tighter as 2010 moves along.
  The investment bank UBS conducted a survey that indicated that underwriting standards may be tightened during the first six months of 2010. This will effect medium-sized businesses, consumer loans and home [...]



• Australians Spent $21billion On Their Credit Cards In December 2009 - February 24th, 2010
  

  In December, Australians pulled out their plastic to spend a record $21 billion, but the good news is that they are paying off their cards faster than they were before, avoiding high credit card debt.
  Compared to last year, this is a 5.6% increase which is even stronger than the 2.1% rise in retail sales.
  Australians were [...]



• Victorian Jailed For Credit Card Fraud - February 24th, 2010
  

  Best Fraud Protected Card
  The ANZ Balance Visa gives you total peace of mind when it comes to fraud. This card is protected by the ANZ Fraud Money Back Guarantee which means you will never be financially liable for any fraudulent transactions on your card. You are also protected by 24/7 Falconâ„¢ security which monitors for [...]



• Could Australia Post Be Australia’s “Peoples Bank?” - February 11th, 2010
  

  Reports in February 2010 states that the Rudd Government has discussed the possibility of having a publicly owned People’s Bank in Australia just like Kiwibank. This speculative re-entry into the retail banking could be supplied via Australia Post. Read more about this People’s Bank vis Australia Post initiative.



• The Future Of Credit Card Methods - February 10th, 2010
  

  Credit card transaction technology is improving and has come a long way. It is now more convenient than ever to make payments on your credit card within seconds. Now we are seeing the emergence of contactless credit card payment which will likely become a standard payment method. Find out more about new credit card processing methods.



• Westpac No Annual Fee Credit Card – Details & Application - February 8th, 2010
  

  Balance Transfer Rate

  1.99% p.a. for
  9 months

  Interest Rate

  19.24% p.a.

  Annual Fee

  $0 for the first year ($30 on-going)

  Interest Free Period

  up to 55 days

  Cash Advance Rate

  21.24% p.a.

  Card Type

  Standard

  Credit Card Type

  Mastercard

  Rewards Program

  No

  Never pay an annual fee for the life of your card with the Westpac No Annual Fee MasterCard .

  $0 for the first [...]



• Westpac GM Holden MasterCard – Details & Application - February 8th, 2010
  

   
  The ultimate auto-lovers credit card. With up to 10% core rebate on selected models, and free entry to selected motor shows, you’ll save thousands and have the V.I.P privilege to boot with the Westpac GM Holden MasterCard.

  10% of every dollar you spend goes towards your Core Rebate of up to $3,000 on a new Holden, [...]



• Interest Rates Are Staying – For Now - February 4th, 2010
  

  The RBA has announced yesterday that they were going to leave the cash rate unchanged for now at 3.75 per cent. This brings some relief to many Australian families after 3 consecutive rate rises over the past few months. Find out more about the RBAs decision.



• Virgin Credit Card - February 2nd, 2010
  

  For those of you who don’t already know, Virgin and Citibank are re-launching their Virgin credit card early this year in 2010. Find out more information about the Virgin Credit Card so you can make an informed decision come it’s release.



• Commonwealth Bank Teaching Kids To Save - January 28th, 2010
  

  Saving has become the new spending and you can pass this valuable education to your kids. Here are some tips on how to encourage your children to save.



• Would You Share Your Credit Card Purchases Online? - January 28th, 2010
  

  There is a new social program being launched that allows people to use their credit cards and show their transactions online called Blippy. Read this article to find out more about this controversial new program, and to find out if it’s something you would like to belong to.



• Overseas Gangs Have Skimmed Over $50 Million From EFTPOS Terminals - January 27th, 2010
  

  Retailers and consumers should be aware of recent overseas gangs who have skimmed over $50 Million from EFTPOS terminals. Here are the latest details of the scam.



• The Great Australian Internet Blackout - January 27th, 2010
  

  What are your views on internet censorship? The Great Australian Internet Blackout is currently involving those who are against online censorship.



• Blippy The Financial Version Of Twitter Reveals Your Credit Purchases To The Public - January 27th, 2010
  

  Watch out Twitter here comes Blippy! Blippy.com is a new social media site that reveals your personal credit card transactions to the public. This means that what you bought and the price you paid will be revealed to your family and friends.



• Sluggish Credit Card Growth Fuels Rise In Debit Card Applications - January 21st, 2010
  

  A lot of Australians are looking to be able to have more control over their personal finances. This is why an increasing amount of consumers are switching to debit cards as a substitute for credit cards. This has dampened the growth of credit cards recently.



• Start Your New Year By Paying Off Your Credit Card Debt With Either A Low Interest Rate Card Or Debit Card - January 21st, 2010
  

  Now that the new years celebrations are over it’s time for us to face reality and the new year! Many of you would have been quite shocked after receiving your post Christmas credit card statement. The reality is that you need to pay this off in time or will face whopping interest charges and fees. So before next Christmas comes around you may consider switching over to a debit card. This gives you the advantage of controlling what you spend over a credit card.



• Cure Your Debt Hangover With A Balance Transfer - January 21st, 2010
  

  If you are suffering from a debt hangover especially after Christmas then you may be considering a balance transfer credit card. However there is more to it than simply transferring your old debt over to your balance transfer card. Here are some key things to look out for: why a 0% balance transfer rate is not always the best choice, how to pay off your debt in the shortest possible amount of time, or what a revert rate is. Read on to find out how to transfer your old credit card debt with out all the fuss.



• Australia Is Moving Towards A Safer Credit Card Environment - January 21st, 2010
  

  Have you even been the victim of credit card fraud? If so you will be pleased to know that you can now enjoy a more secure credit card environment with PIN and chip terminal securities. This article will give you a peace of mind whenever you decide to pull out your credit card next time you go shopping.



• Accept Credit Card Payments On Your iPhone With The Square iPhone Credit Card Application - January 20th, 2010
  

  Shopping could become so much easier soon with the Square iPhone Credit Card Application which enables you to accept credit card payments on your iPhone. You can soon securely process credit card payments on the go.



• How To Dodge Shop’s Minimum Credit Card Purchase Requirements - January 20th, 2010
  

  Ever been knocked back by a minimum credit card purchase requirement by a shop owner? If yes then then here are some insights into how to dodge those minimum credit card purchase requirements so you can purchase goods and services at your convenience.



• Introduction Of Positive Credit Reporting Systems Coming To Australia In 2011 - January 20th, 2010
  

  The credit card approval process is about to become a lot easier with the introduction of positive credit reporting systems coming to the Australian credit card industry as early as 2011. Find out how this can benefit you.



• Millions Of Australians Get Access To New Technology: Contactless Credit Cards - January 20th, 2010
  

  Credit card technology and security is constantly getting better. Several major Australian banks have given consumers access to a new technology: Contactless Credit Cards. Infact you may not even be aware that your credit card already has this new technology in-build into it.



• Pay Off Your Christmas Debt With A Balance Transfer Card Solution - January 20th, 2010
  

  Here are some helpful tips on using low interest rate credit cards to pay off your Christmas debt. There are many debt consolidation methods but this one is very low risk and if you act now you could be debt free by Christmas 2010.



• Uncovered By Visa – Australians Lose One Third Of Their Cash Spend Each Week - January 14th, 2010
  

  Visa have released statistics showing that Australian’s are wasting 1/3 of their cash. Read more to find out why and how.



• Google Search Now Featuring World Bank Public Data - December 15th, 2009
  

  Google recently launched a new product, now making all of World Bank’s public data freely available and searchable.



• Planned Changes To Credit Reporting - November 24th, 2009
  

  Credit reporting in Australia will change in 2010 and the parliament pushes through new legislations. Once these have been approved the law will become active and affect all of us. Find out how.



• Commonwealth Bank investing $40 million to improve financial literacy in Australia - November 19th, 2009
  

  The Commonwealth Bank has made an announcement that it will invest $40 million over 5 years in it’s long running school banking program, playing their much needed part in strengthening financial literacy in Australia.



• NetBank Internet Banking Facts From NetBank Pulse - November 14th, 2009
  

  NetBank is Commonwealth’s Internet banking facility. With NetBank Pulse you are directly informed about Australia’s credit card statistics and how these could influence your spending habits.



• Top 10 Credit Card Management Tips - November 12th, 2009
  

  We could all do with more credit card management tips every now and then to save money. Each of these tips are loaded with common sense advice but tip number nine is worth gold.



• Change In American Express Advertising Strategy - November 9th, 2009
  

  American Express has decided to revise it’s global advertising strategy, with a renewed focus on the everyday features of their cards with a spotlight on their customers.





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Editor's Choice: Our Top Credit Cards




Credit Card	Card Details	Interest Rate (p.a.)	Cash Advance Rate (p.a.)	Balance Transfer Rate (p.a.)	Annual fee	Interest free days (up to)
HSBC Credit Card	Editor's Choice: 0% for 6 months Balance Transfer & No Annual Fee Featuring a $0 annual fee for life, and 0% p.a. balance transfer for 6 months, the HSBC Credit Card was voted the Best Transactor Credit Card for 2010.	16.99%	20.75%	0% for 6 months	$0	55
Suncorp Clear Options Standard Visa Card	A great 12 month balance transfer offer, combined with a low annual fee and a good interest rate on purchases.	12.24%	17.99%	1.9% for 12 months	$39	0