Posts By: Osnei Pereira

Money Mindset & Wellbeing

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Take 30 Minutes During Your Lunch Break to Invest in Your Financial Wellbeing. We are pleased to invite you to our special Workshop Money Mindset & Wellbeing. Event Details: Date: Tuesday 21 July. Time: 1 PM Location: Online OR at Core Credit Union Shankill, Main St, Shankill, Dublin, D18 DY84   Join us for this lunchtime hybrid session, led... Read more »

EVs, Savings and Supports – On East Coast FM

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EVs, Savings and Supports Michael Byrne, CEO of Core Credit Union, recently spoke with Declan Meehan on the East Coast FM Breakfast Show about the benefits of switching to an electric vehicle, highlighting that despite rising electricity prices and the higher cost of using public charging stations, electric vehicles can still deliver significant long-term savings.... Read more »

June 2026 Members Prize Draw

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Members Draw - June 2026   Congratulations to all our winners last Friday 3rd - here is a quick recap of the June 2026 Members Prize Draw 1st Prize of €10,000 - Ms. Jude Burton 2nd Prize of €5,000 - Mr. Andrew O'Sheehan 3rd Prize of €2,500 - Mr. Kieran kelly   Sign up online... Read more »

Smart Upgrades, Better Savings – Information Evening

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Thank you to everyone who joined us on Monday, 6th July, for our Smart Upgrades, Better Savings - Information Evening in Shankill and online. It was a great evening of expert insights and practical advice on how members can save in the long term through home energy upgrades, greener transport and the supports available to... Read more »

Community Matters: Access to Cash and Physical Banks – On East Coast FM

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Community Matters - Access to Cash and Physical Banks. Michael Byrne, CEO of Core Credit Union, recently spoke with Declan Meehan on the East Coast FM Breakfast Show about the vital role Credit Unions continue to play in maintaining access to physical cash within local communities. While many of the major banks are moving in... Read more »

May 2026 Members Prize Draw

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Members Draw - May 2026   Congratulations to all our winners last Friday 5th - here is a quick recap of the May 2026 Members Prize Draw 1st Prize of €10,000 - Ms. Michele O. 2nd Prize of €5,000 - Mr. Stephen McMahon 3rd Prize of €2,500 - Mr. Damien P. McGrane   Sign up... Read more »

Core Blog – Greenify Loans

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  With energy bills and household costs continuing to rise, more people are looking at ways to make their homes warmer, more efficient, and cheaper to run. Core CU’s Greenify Loans are designed to help make those upgrades more affordable. Whether that’s installing solar panels, improving insulation, or switching to a hybrid or electric car.... Read more »

Assisted Decision-Making & Will Making: Info Evening

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Thank you to everyone who joined us on Monday, 25th May, for our Assisted Decision-Making & Will Making Information Evening in Shankill and online. The evening provided valuable guidance on future planning, the Assisted Decision-Making Act, Enduring Power of Attorney, Will Making, and account nominations.   We were delighted to welcome Áine Flynn, Director of... Read more »

Greener Choices, Lower Bills, Local Support – on East Coast FM

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Greener Choices, Lower Bills, Local Support Our CEO, Michael Byrne spoke with Declan Meehan on the East Coast FM Breakfast Show about the financial and environmental benefits of making homes more energy efficient. The discussion highlighted how people in Ireland can reduce household bills through greener living, while also exploring the supports available, including low-cost... Read more »

April 2026 Members Prize Draw

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Members Draw - April 2026   Congratulations to all our winners last Friday 8th - here is a quick recap of the April 2026 Members Prize Draw 1st Prize of €10,000 - Mr. Paul Ivory 2nd Prize of €5,000 - Ms. Renata Wainer 3rd Prize of €2,500 - Ms. June D. O'Reilly   Sign up... Read more »

Core Blog – Savings Made Simple

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  I’d love to save, but everything feels expensive right now. Is there any point starting small? Absolutely. One of the biggest myths about saving is that you need to start with a large amount. In reality, consistency matters far more than size. €10 a week may not sound dramatic, but over time it builds... Read more »

Important Notice – May Day European Public Holiday & Irish Bank Holiday

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Please note that Friday, 1st May 2026 is a European bank holiday and Monday 4th May is an Irish bank holiday. On these dates, SEPA Transfers and Direct Debits will not be processed. This means:   Payments due on 1st May will be processed on the next business day, 5th May.  Please ensure your account is sufficiently funded to cover all payments (such as Direct Debits / Standing Orders) over this period,... Read more »

All About Saving – on East Coast FM

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All About Saving - The importance of saving early, staying protected, and building a strong financial future. Michael Byrne, CEO of Core Credit Union, spoke with Declan Meehan on the East Coast FM Breakfast Show and highlighted the importance of keeping your savings with a Credit Union, where they’re protected by the DGS (Deposit Guarantee... Read more »

SUSI Information Evening

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  We’d like to thank everyone who joined us last Wednesday, 22nd, for our SUSI Information Evening in Shankill and online. It was a great night filled with useful insights on the SUSI Grant, featuring our special guests Annmarie Gaynor (@irishbudgetingmammy) and Wanda Scarff, Guidance Teacher from Rockford Manor.   If you couldn’t attend, or... Read more »

March 2026 Members Prize Draw

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Members Draw - March 2026   Congratulations to all our winners last Friday 3rd - here is a quick recap of the March 2026 Members Prize Draw 1st Prize of €10,000 - Mr. & Mrs. Towell 2nd Prize of €5,000 - Ms. Bernadette Frawley 3rd Prize of €2,500 - Mr. Brian Brady   Sign up... Read more »