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Goomalling & Districts
Community Bank
®
does it again
The Goomalling & Districts
Community Bank
®
Branch has capped off a very successful financial year
with yet another award at the Bendigo Bank State Gala Dinner last week.
Awarded for the most residential Loansure Policies sold during the 2015-16 financial year, the win comes
on the back of an impressive year of awards for the branch, including:
Three time winner of the regional branch of the month
State branch of the month in January 2016
Fourth place nationally in the retail network June 2016
State finalist in the Community Choice Awards
Branch Manager Jenni Barlow praised her dedicated and professional team for their outstanding efforts
throughout the year and the strong support from the community.
“Our branch is a true community venture, which offers a full range of banking products and services in a
business model designed to strengthen the local community, Jenni said.
“The more the people bank with us, the more profits we can return to the community through sponsor-
ships and grants.
“Since opening in 1999 we have already been able to hand out $400,000 to support local initiatives.
“With plenty more hard work, and the support of the community, I believe the success of Goomalling &
Districts
Community Bank
®
Branch can only grow.”
To find out more about our full range of products and services, call in and see Jenni and team at 35 Railway Terrace
or phone 9629 1999.
Price of cigarettes increased on 1
st
September
On 1
st
September, the recommended retail price of cigarettes increased by 12.5%, and
as a result a packet of cigarettes will now cost up to $30. For a pack-a-day smoker over
one month, that is $840.
“Quitting smoking today will instantly improve you and your family’s health and will also
save you plenty of money. There isn’t a better time to quit than right now”, said Marissa
Yeo.
If you live in the Wheatbelt you can get FREE local support through the Wheatbelt Quit
Smoking Program. Your local Health Promotion Officer is trained to deliver this program
which uses proven strategies and advice to increase your chance of quitting. The pro-
gram provides individual advice on suitable nicotine replacement therapies plus tips for
reducing withdrawal symptoms.
Call 9652 0200 to find out how Marissa can support you to give up smoking for
good.