Can I register for Super Members Rewards?
Yes, if you’re a member of an eligible industry super fund or union and have an ME Bank Online Savings Account, you can participate in the Super Members Rewards promotion. Find out if your super fund or union is eligible.
How do I enter Super Members Rewards if I don’t have an ME Bank Online Savings Account?
It’s easy to apply for an Online Savings Account and subsequently register for Super Members Rewards. You can do so in 2 simple steps:
1. Apply for your Online Savings Account here;
2. Register here for Super Members Rewards – You have up to 14 days to register after opening your Online Saving Account to be eligible to participate in the Super Member Rewards promotion.
What if I already have an Online Savings Account?
If you already have an ME Bank Online Savings Account, and you’re a member of a participating super fund or union simply register here to start earning your points.
If your account was opened on or prior to 14 June 2010, you must register to participate in Super Members Rewards by 16 July 2010. For new accounts opened from 15 June 2010 – 30 September 2010, you must register within 14 days of your account being opened.
How long does the Super Members Rewards run for?
If you have an existing ME Bank Online Savings Account which was opened on or prior to 14 June 2010, you must register to participate in Super Members Rewards by 16 July 2010. Super Members Rewards begins on the date you register to participate in the promotion and ends 90 days after this date.
For new accounts opened between 15 June 2010 and by 30 September 2010, you must register to participate within 14 days of your account being opened. Your Super Members Rewards savings period commences from the date you open your account and will end 90 days after this date.
To qualify for Super Members Rewards you cannot make any withdrawals during this 90 day savings period.
What is meant by the “90 day savings period”?
The “90 day savings period” means the following:
• For existing ME Bank Online Savings Account holders who opened their account on or prior to 14 June 2010, the 90 day savings period commences from the date of registering for Super Members Rewards; and
• For new customers who open their accounts between 15 June 2010 and 30 September 2010, the 90 day savings period commences from the date of the account being opened.
To qualify for Super Members Rewards you cannot make any withdrawals during this 90 day savings period.
Can I withdraw my money during Super Members Rewards?
You can withdraw your money at any time, however you will no longer be eligible to quality for a Gift Card. You will still continue to earn high interest on your Online Savings Account.
How do I earn Rewards Points?
You can earn points every time you save during the 90 day savings period. The more you save the more points you’ll earn. For all the different ways you can earn Rewards Points see the table below.
Points earned |
How? |
100 points |
New Account Holder (Accounts opened between 15 June 2010 - 30 September 2010)
Open your Online Savings Account and indicate your super fund or union membership in your application and subsequently register for Super Members Rewards within 14 days. |
100 points |
Make a deposit of $2,000 or more within 14 days of: |
500 points |
Set up and commence a Regular Savings Plan (weekly, fortnightly, or monthly) within 14 days of opening your account (New Account Holder) or registering (Existing Account Holder) and this must remain in place for the 90 day savings period - from the date: |
1 point |
For every $1 saved over $5,000 during the 90 day savings period (through your Regular Savings Plan or lump sum payments) |
When will my Reward Points be calculated?
Your Reward Points will be calculated 90 days from the date of opening your Online Savings Account, or from the date you registered with the promotion.
If you already had an Online Savings Account with ME Bank on or prior to 14 June 2010, your 90 day savings period will commence on the date of registering with Super Members Rewards. If you opened your account between 15 June 2010 and 30 September 2010, your 90 day period will commence on the date you opened your account. At the end of the 90 day savings period, your points will be calculated according to your savings activity.
What will I earn with my Rewards Points?
Subject to accumulating the required amount of points, as outlined in the table below, you will earn a Gift Card up to the value of $60. The Gift Card can be used as an EFTPOS card anywhere where EFTPOS is accepted. Please note, this card cannot be used to withdraw cash. The table below shows what you will earn when you accumulate the specified points levels.
Points Accumulated |
Gift Card Value |
5,200 or more |
$60 |
3,900 – 5,199 |
$50 |
2,600 – 3,899 |
$40 |
1,300 – 2,599 |
$30 |
How much will I have to save to earn a gift card?
Subject to meeting the Terms and Conditions of Super Members Rewards, you will be eligible to receive a Gift Card if you save the following during the 90 day savings period:
Minimum savings required during 90 day savings period |
Points Accumulated |
Gift Card Value |
$9,500 or more |
5,200 or more |
$60 |
$8,200 - $9,499.99 |
3,900 to 5,199 |
$50 |
$6,900 - $8,199.99 |
2,600 to 3,899 |
$40 |
$5,600 - $6,899.99 |
1,300 to 2,599 |
$30 |
The minimum amount required to save during the 90 day savings period to earn a $30 Gift Card is $5,600. The minimum amount required to save during the 90 day savings period to earn a $60 Gift Card is $9,500.
I am a joint account holder. Are we both eligible to participate in Super Member Rewards?
Only one account holder per account can register for Super Member Rewards. However both account holders can continue to deposit money into the account. At the end of the 90 day savings period the points will be calculated to determine the Gift Card value you will receive. The Gift Card will be issued to the account holder who registered with Super Members Rewards.
When will I receive my Card?
Your Gift Card will be mailed to you within 30 days of the conclusion of your 90 day savings period. Your Card will be loaded with a dollar amount equal to the accumulated points level you have reached.
Where can I use my Card?
You can use your Gift Card anywhere EFTPOS is accepted. The ME Bank Gift Card is a pre-paid Card that can be used at tens of thousands of locations in Australia. Please note this card cannot be used to withdraw cash.
How long is my Card valid for?
The Gift Card will expire on 29 February 2012, or once you have used the total value of the card - which ever is the sooner.