Features and benefits
Your funds are secure
The Financial Claims Scheme is an Australian Government-backed safety net that provides protection to deposit-holders with certain financial institutions. As an Elders Finance customer, you may be protected by this scheme for deposits of up to $250,000 per account holder, per authorised deposit-taking institution (ADI)*.
- Rates
- Fees
| Balance | Interest rate |
|---|---|
| Up to $25,000 | 0.25% p.a. 1 |
| Over $25,000 up to $50,000 | 0.25% p.a. 1 |
| Over $50,000 up to $2,000,000 | 0.25% p.a. 1 |
| Interest paid | View interest rate schedule for details |
| Fee | Account Service Fee | Direct debit fee | External payment fee | BPAY® transactions | Cheque deposit processing | All fees and charges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amount | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | View Elders Deposit Terms and Conditions for details |
Opening an Elders Club Account is easy.
Simply visit your local Elders branch to establish an account. You'll need to provide evidence of the legal status of the entity2, plus ID documents for each signatory. We'll contact you within three business days with an update on your application.
Alternatively, complete the form below and one of Financial Services Managers will contact you.
Important information
^Elders branches are cashless. Fees may apply depending on the type of in-branch transaction. Refer to Ways to Bank for ways to transact on your account.
1 Interest is tiered and paid on full balance. Interest is calculated on opening daily balance and paid monthly.
2 Not available for personal or business use - available for non-government clubs, ‘not-for-profit’ or community groups only. You must provide evidence of the legal status of the entity, details of opening requirements available on application. Account application approval will be at Auswide Bank’s discretion.
*This account is protected by the Financial Claims Scheme. The Scheme is a government-backed safety net for deposits of up to $250,000 per account holder per authorised deposit-taking institution. From 1 December 2025 Auswide Bank will be a division of MyState Bank Limited ABN 89 067 729 195 AFSL and Australian Credit Licence Number 240896, a wholly owned subsidiary of MyState Limited ABN 26 133 623 962. From 1 December 2025, combined deposits across Auswide Bank (including deposits originated under the Elders Finance brand) and MyState Bank will be covered up to a total of $250,000. Information on the Financial Claims Scheme is available on the APRA website.
Disclaimer: Elders Rural Services Australia Limited ABN 72 004 045 121 Australian Financial Services Licence 237757 (Elders) has entered an arrangement to distribute banking products issued by Auswide Bank Ltd ABN 40 087 652 060 Australian Financial Services Licence 239686 (Auswide Bank). Auswide Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of MyState Bank Limited ABN 89 067 729 195, part of MyState Limited ABN 26 133 623 962. This information is general in nature and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before deciding whether to apply for a financial product, you should seek professional advice and consider the relevant Terms and Conditions and Target Market Determination on the Elders website. Elders may receive a commission from Auswide Bank if you successfully apply for a financial product through Elders. For more information on Elders’ relationship with Auswide Bank, please read the Elders Financial Services Guide.