About Tartan Credit Union

Tartan Credit Union Limited was formed in 1963 for the benefit of employees of 3M Australia and their families.

Tartan actually relates to the Scotch brand products that 3M make (Scotch Tape, Scotchgard, Scotchbrite, etc)

The Credit Union still operates with this basic principle as the platform on which all decisions are based - "for the benefit of the members".

Tartan's purpose is to provide members with quality products and services - not to return a profit to an owner or major shareholder. Income is received from interest, fees and charges paid by members, investment of member's funds, and commission from insurance products and other products for which the credit union acts as an agent.

Whilst the Credit Union operates autonomously, its activities must comply with standards set by our regulators from time to time. More information about our regulators can be obtained from our office.

Once you become a member, you can remain a member for life with the full range of products and services available to you - regardless of where you work, or if you resign or retire from your job.

Our promise to you

• Our most important priority is our members.
• We guarantee to communicate with you honestly and ethically.
• It is important to us that we understand your needs, and for us to answer these needs with quality products and services.

Our vision is

Be the first choice for financial services for our members.

Our Mission is to:

• Build on and sustain our relationship with our member.
• Understand your needs.
• Meet and exceed your expectations by providing relevant products and professional service.

Why Choose Tartan?

• No monthly Account keeping fees
• Committed to communicate with you honestly and ethically
• Easy, convenient, hassle-free access to your money
• Internet Banking and BPay facilities available
• Telephone Banking available

Who owns us?

Tartan is owned by its members – which means you, once you join. Every adult member buys 5 x $2 shares giving them part ownership of our Credit Union. These shares are fully refundable if in the future you decide to resign from our credit union.

All adult members purchase the same number of shares - no more and no less. This means all members have equal shareholdings, therefore equal rights and responsibilities as Credit Union members.

The rights and responsibilities that you assume when you join the Credit Union include:

• Operating your Credit Union Account in accordance with the Constitution of Tartan Credit Union Limited
• Using the benefits provided for members in a co-operative manner, bearing in mind costs to be incurred by our Credit Union
• The right to vote at Special and Annual General Meetings on issues affecting our Credit Union
• The right to stand for or elect from the membership a Board of Directors who are given the responsibility of running our Credit Union on your behalf.

Who are our Directors?

Our directors are:-
Barry Lambert
Theo Klaassen
Mike Tilley
Emin Rufati
Leo Leonardi
Brent White
Andrew Wilson

Who can join us?

Membership is open to all Australian residents.

How to join

Please print off Application for Membership and forward completed documents to our office.