Volksbank Malta has opened its first agency in Victoria, making it the first Austrian bank setting up office on the sister island. “We want to offer our services also to the Gozitan community,” managing director Herbert Skok said.

“Gozo does not need another bank for cashing cheques or changing money, the island is very well covered by the big local banks. What we are offering the community is the chance to use Volksbank’s excellent offers for deposits and loan facilities without the time-consuming trips to Malta.

“Volksbank Malta is a fully operational local bank and offers private customers and the business community the benefit of spreading their savings by placing money in our term deposit accounts.

“As part of the international Volksbank Group, the bank enjoys an excellent rating and offers a safe place for savings and advantageous interest rates on chequebook accounts as well as loans. That’s why we’re there now – to offer our services.”

The agency is located at The Brokerage in St Marta Street, Victoria and will be open by appointment. Simon Borg, who will be responsible for the running of the agency, may be contacted on 2777-7370 or 9943-3839. Further information is available on the bank’s website www.volksbank.com.mt.