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Consolidate Credit News

Consider the Citibank Clear Credit Card to Consolidate Credit Cards

Tuesday October 28, 2008
The Citibank Clear credit card can help you save money when you consolidate

Further Woolies' Domination On The Credit Cards

Wednesday August 27, 2008
WOOLWORTHS is trying to consolidate its position as the nation's leading grocer by launching a credit card that will reward customers for shopping with the company.

Determined To Be Different, Cba Posts Positive News Despite Credit Crunch

Thursday August 14, 2008
The 'four pillars' policy has given us a banking oligopoly among which CBA is the richest of its peers.

Rampaging Steelers Consolidate Top Spot With All-the-way Win

Monday March 19, 2007
ILLAWARRA consolidated their place at the top of the SG Ball Cup under 18s table in the NSWRL junior representative competition with a 40-0 whitewash of the Western Sydney academy team in the wet at WIN Stadium on Saturday.

The Perils Of Falling House Prices

Wednesday September 13, 2006
If you can't keep up with your monthly mortgage repayments, call a consumer credit centre.

Roll Up, Roll Up ... Your Debts

Wednesday August 9, 2006
The strategy: To consolidate my debts.

More Fantastic Than Plastic

Wednesday July 13, 2005
Put that credit card away - a personal loan is likely to cost less and ensure you pay off the debt, reports Denise Cullen.

Prognosis Grim For Private Health Insurance Funds

Tuesday June 7, 2005
AUSTRALIA'S 40 health insurance funds will come under increasing pressure to consolidate during the next two years as the industry continues to face tight financial pressures, ratings agency Standard and Poor's said.

Credit When It's Due

Saturday February 26, 2005
Big spenders who have taken advantage of the low interest rates of recent years are about to feel some pain in the hip pocket, writes Annette Sampson.

Easy Ways To Avoid Those Hefty Bank Fees

Sunday December 12, 2004
It might be the season for credit card debt, but using the wrong bank account can be costly, too, reports Jane-Anne Lee.

Christmas Debt - This Time It's Personal

Tuesday December 7, 2004
Australians are turning to personal loans and away from plastic for their Christmas shopping - but financial experts warn the reliance on debt could mean an expensive new year's hangover.

Now The Real Work Begins For Clarke As He Plays To Stay In The Team

Tuesday November 16, 2004
As a teenager, Michael Clarke penned a cricketing "to-do" list that included his intention to score a Test century on debut. But a potentially greater challenge begins against New Zealand on Thursday when Clarke, now with four Tests to his credit, attempts to consolidate his place in the Australian middle order, fending off a list of challengers headed by Simon Katich.

Lakes Consolidate Top-two Berth As Finals Loom Seagulls Win Ends Second Guessing

Monday August 2, 2004
LAKES United all but secured second place on the Newcastle Rugby League ladder when they defeated arch rivals Wyong 24-22 at Cahill Oval yesterday.

Allco Hybrid Is Next Vehicle Out The Door

Tuesday July 6, 2004
David Coe's Allco Finance Group yesterday added a third product to its growing number of listed vehicles through an offer that will help it consolidate a leading position in Australia's leasing market.

Home Loan Rush Not All Good News

Saturday October 4, 2003
The race is on. Honeymoon rates, equity withdrawal, lines of credit and the like are enticing eager home owners to spurn old lenders for new like never before.

Airports Fear Sars More Than Iraq War

Wednesday April 9, 2003
SEVERE acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) presents a greater threat to the performance of airports than the war in Iraq, according to analysts and a credit rating agency.

Debt Consolidation

Wednesday February 5, 2003
Sick of juggling repayments to credit cards, mortgages, personal loans, overdrafts and store cards? Consolidating your debt may save you money and stress.

Building Societies, Credit Unions `to Face Pressure'

Tuesday October 29, 2002
AUSTRALIA'S building societies and credit unions are expected to face falling profits and increasing pressure to consolidate in the year ahead, according to accounting giant KPMG.

Keeping The Lines Of Credit Open

Monday February 25, 2002
A scheme to help low-income earners is providing an alternative to credit cards, writes Patricia Howard.

Plenty Of Lee-way In How To Organise The Finances

Thursday January 10, 2002
Making a New Year's resolution to get control of family finances in the wake of post-Christmas credit card bills is similar to making a big score in cricket - you have to consolidate.