A message from our CEO Steve Laidlaw

4 December 2024

As the year ends, thank you for your support of People First Bank.


This year, we helped over 12,000 Australians achieve home ownership and welcomed 47,000 new customers to our customer-owned bank. We launched the People First Bank brand in March and are introducing it progressively. Heritage Bank branches in Queensland and New South Wales will begin transitioning to the new branding next year.


Our commitment to supporting communities has delivered real impact, with $9.3 million contributed through initiatives like the People First Community Lottery and our charitable foundation. A highlight was the People First Bank Photographic Awards, showcasing incredible talent – don’t miss the winners’ gallery linked in this edition.


Thank you for trusting us with your banking – now and in the future.  


Kind regards,

Steve