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RBA raises cash rate to 4.60% — highest since 2011
The RBA hiked 25bp to 4.60% on 29 September 2026, marking a significant RBA rate hike and the highest rate since November 2011.
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Federal Reserve raises rates to 3.75-4.00% for the first time since 2023
On 16 September 2026, the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate to 3.75-4.00%, a crucial decision with implications for Federal Reserve September 2026.
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OrbitRemit named Finder Awards 2026 finalists
OrbitRemit has been named a Finder Awards 2026 finalist in Customer Service Innovation and Banking & Payments Innovation.
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Send love home this festival season and win.
Teej, Onam and Raksha Bandhan are here. To celebrate, we’re giving away festival gift hampers and OrbitRemit credits. Send $100+ to India or Nepal, or refer a friend who sends, between 10 Aug and 7 Sep 2026.
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Australia is scrapping the paper arrivals card — here’s what’s replacing it
Australia is replacing the iconic orange paper passenger card with a digital system. Discover the new Australia digital arrivals card for international travellers.
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Competition: Win up to $2,500 towards a flight home to Bhutan
OrbitRemit is giving one lucky customer up to $2,500 towards a return flight home to Bhutan. Send $100 or more, or refer a friend, before 15 August to enter.
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OrbitRemit now supports transfers to Vanuatu — send to M-Vatu from Australia and New Zealand
OrbitRemit now supports transfers to Vanuatu from Australia and New Zealand. Send directly to M-Vatu mobile wallet for just $4 per transfer — no bank account needed.
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OrbitRemit wins WeMoney Best for Value 2026 — two years running
OrbitRemit has won WeMoney Best for Value for the second year in a row, and Outstanding Customer Service at the WeMoney Travel Awards 2026.
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New Zealand’s Budget 2026: What You Need to Know
Finance Minister Nicola Willis delivered NZ Budget 2026. Here’s what the key announcements mean for migrants, workers and families sending money home.