Alison Banney

Alison Banney

Editorial Manager, Money

With over 10 years of experience writing about personal finance, Alison has written extensively for a range of financial institutions and publications including Westpac, Money Magazine, Financy, Australian Retirement Trust, Raiz Investments, and Yahoo Finance. Alison is frequently quoted in the media on topics related to superannuation and money management, including in SmartCompany, Financial Standard, Australian Broker News, Australian Business Journal, Super Review, 9Honey, SBS, Qudos Bank, and Inside Adviser. Alison holds a Bachelor of Communications in Public Relations and Journalism from the University of Newcastle and has earned three ASIC RG146 certifications in superannuation, securities and managed investments, as well as general financial advice.

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Expertise

  • Superannuation
  • Savings accounts, bank accounts and term deposits
  • Budgeting and money-saving hacks
  • Managing the cost of living

Experience

  • Certificate in Financial Advice, which meets the requirements of ASIC Regulatory Guide 146 (RG146).
  • Certificate in Securities and Managed Investments, which meets the requirements of ASIC Regulatory Guide 146 (RG146).
  • Certificate in Superannuation, which meets the requirements of ASIC Regulatory Guide 146 (RG146).
  • Panel member for Finder’s Inflation Masterclass
  • Panel member for Finder’s EOFY Money Masterclass
  • Annual Finder Innovation Awards judge for banking, investment and digital disruptor categories

Education

  • Bachelor of Communications: Journalism and Public Relations | Newcastle University | 2013-2015

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Latest articles by Alison Banney

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High interest savings accounts in 2025
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High interest savings accounts in 2025

Ready to get serious about your savings? Here’s how to earn more interest on your money and find a savings account or term deposit that works for you.

27 November 2025
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Savings Accounts

Compare savings accounts

Compare savings accounts to find the right one for your situation.

27 November 2025
High interest savings accounts in 2025
Bank Accounts

High interest savings accounts in 2025

Ready to get serious about your savings? Here’s how to earn more interest on your money and find a savings account or term deposit that works for you.

10 November 2025
Compare savings accounts
Savings Accounts

Compare savings accounts

Compare savings accounts to find the right one for your situation.

10 November 2025
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