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Frank’s back on top of the world

Posted by Troy on June 19, 2013 in Frank news

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Frank will again be rocking it out on top of the mountain as the proud sponsor of the Mt. Buller Terrain Parks, now known as the Frank MBP (Mt. Buller Parks).

Yes that means you’ll be seeing the big green Frank signs all over the Frank MBP again, including the ridecross course, freestyle terrain garden and three terrain parks- Koflers, Skyline and Summit.

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The Frank MBP crew will be roaming the park, giving out tips and spot prizes so be sure to go and say G’day. You can even check out some of the Frank MBP how to’s before you head up.

And the awesome news is Frank’s famous 2 for 1 lift ticket deals are back. Excited much? You should be. Just by being a Frank member, you’ll get 2-for-1 lift ticket deals at Mt Buller this season. You can either bring a friend and use it as a 2 for 1 offer or use it yourself over 2 days. All you need to do is show your Frank Member Card at the ticket office and the staff will sort you out. Click here for more details –Mt Buller Lift Tickets Offer.

Frank Freestyle Friday on July 12th

Frank wants everyone to have a blast on the mountain whilst learning some cool new skills in the Frank MBP. So we’ve put together a few activities to test your skills. We’ll be giving everyone the chance to win some awesome Burton prizes, including a brand new snowboard during our Park Jam competition. You can also get a “Frank Facebook Fakie” of yourself shredding the mountain or getting some big air. We’ll upload them on Frank’s Facebook page so you can show off to all of your friends. Here are a few from last year.

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Want to be on top of the world?

To kick off the party, Frank’s giving our Facebook Fans the chance to win one of three Mt. Buller 2013 Adult double passes valued at $220 each. You know Frank’s excited about shredding out on the mountain, but we want to see how ‘Super Excited’ our Facebook Fans are! Simply upload a “Super Excited Selfie” here and you could win.

Lots of Frank members enjoyed the mountain with our exclusive member offers last season. We hope you can join Frank up on the mountain and try out some fun new tricks in the Frank MBP this season. If you have any questions about the Mt. Buller member offer, ask Frank on Twitter or Facebook. You can also find more information on Mt Buller at http://www.mtbuller.com.au/

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Thinking about having a baby? Check out the pregnancy section in Frank’s University for advice and tips

Posted by Troy on May 23, 2013 in Health insurance explained

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Frank has assisted quite a few Australians through pregnancy in the private health system and knows that having a baby can be filled with overwhelming joy. But what about those who’ve been trying without any luck? Or those who are pregnant but don’t know what to expect or where to start?

Yes pregnancy is amazing but it can be frustrating for many. The good news is there are things you can do to increase your chances of becoming pregnant. And having a good plan whilst you’re pregnant can help relieve any concerns you may have.

So to help, Frank’s adding a pregnancy section to Frank University. We’ll give you some helpful tips on how to increase your chances of becoming pregnant and explain some of the changes you may encounter whilst pregnant. Plus, we will help you look at the benefits and differences between private and public and we’ll share some helpful tips on what to do when you get home with your new family.

Had a baby or know some great tips for women who are going through pregnancy? Contact frank@frankhealthinsurance.com.au and we may share it on the pregnancy section of Frank Uni.

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Last days to win awesome prizes in the Great Aussie Bullsh!t Experiment

Posted by Troy on May 10, 2013 in Frank news

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Over the past month, Frank’s been challenging it’s Facebook Fans to spot B.S. in the Great Aussie Bullsh!t Experiment. http://bit.ly/FrankBS

The experiment involves watching videos of people spinning outlandish stories and then picking whether they are telling B.S and then voting on it.

Once you vote, you’re entered into the draw to win $1000 worth of awesome RedBalloon experiences and a $380 GoPro Video Camera.

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Tips on how to win

As the Experiment is finishing in a few days (Monday 13th May at 5pm), we thought we’d give out some tips to increase your chances of winning the grand prize.

But we’re not giving them away. You’ll have to ask Frank for this exclusive.

Get ahead of the pack, simply tweet: @YayFrank I can pick B.S. when I see it. What do I have to do to win #TheGreatAussieBSExperiment ?

We’ll be announcing the lucky winner on Facebook next week.

Good luck and let the Frank be with you!

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Government announces new income thresholds for the PHI rebate and MLS

Posted by Troy on April 19, 2013 in Frank news

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This week, the Government announced new income thresholds for the private health insurance (PHI) rebate and the Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS). Although the changes won’t come into effect until 1st July 2013 we thought we’d give you a heads up.

What are the changes?

Every year the Government indexes income thresholds for the (PHI) Rebate and the Medicare levy surcharge (MLS). As a result, the income tiers the Government sets have increased for the 2013/14 financial year. This means the percentage of the rebate you get back and the percentage of MLS you pay could change next financial year.

Click here for the details of the new ‘tiered rebate’ system.

As we are still in the 2012/13 financial year you don’t have to worry about these changes. It may be worth contacting Frank later this year to update your income details.

For more information, check out Frank’s blog on ‘means testing’ and ‘nominating your rebate tier’.

An example

Someone who is under 65 and earning $85,000 would be in Tier 1. They would get a 20% PHI rebate and pay a 1% MLS. If they earn the same amount in 2013/14 ($85,000) they would be in the ‘No change’ tier, get the full 30% rebate and not pay any MLS. This is because the income threshold for Tier 1 will have risen from $84,000 in 2012/13 to $88,000 in 2013/14.

If you have any questions on the changes give team Frank a call on 1300 437 265.

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Frank launches the Great Aussie Bullsh!t Experiment

Posted by Troy on April 12, 2013 in Frank news

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At Frank we’ve got an honest approach to our business. Unlike some who believe you’re none the wiser when trying to feed you porkies.

We think our members are just like Frank. They’re straight talkers and can spot a porkie when they see one. After all that’s why they joined Frank!

To prove it, we’ve launched the Great Aussie Bullsh!t Experiment. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be testing peoples bullsh!tometer skills with new experiments, plus tips on how to spot B.S.

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The Prize

One lucky person will win $1,000 worth of unbelievably awesome RedBalloon experiences and a GoPro video camera (worth $380) to capture them all.

For your chance to win, simply:

1. Watch a video
2. Decide whether you think the story is true or B.S
3. Vote B.S. or No B.S.
4. Accept the Great Aussie Bullsh!t Experiment application

Frank will be releasing more video experiments over the coming weeks, the more times you vote the greater chance you have of winning.

Can you spot B.S? Test yourself in the Great Aussie Bullsh!t Experiment by clicking here

Good luck!

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Confused about health insurance? Check out Frank Uni

Posted by Troy on March 19, 2013 in Health insurance explained

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Frank knows private health insurance can be confusing at times, especially for those first timers out there. So to help, Frank’s developed a one stop shop on all things “Private Health Insurance” called Frank University.

If you’re confused about your cover or trying to navigate your way through complicated, jargon filled b.s. on some other funds sites… then you’ve come to the right place. At Frank Uni you’ll get simple explanations on things like the Medicare Levy Surcharge, Waiting Periods, Lifetime Health Cover, Extras, Hospital Cover and much more.

Frank even takes the stress out of visiting the hospital with info on what bills to expect and what questions you should ask your doctor/specialist. For example did you know “Simplified billing” means the specialist sends the bill straight to Frank. This is one less thing for you to worry about, so it’s worth finding out if it’s possible.

Of course, health insurance info isn’t the only thing you’ll find at Frank Uni. You see at Frank we like people to know exactly what you can claim and what you will get back. So we’ve put together some very useful tips and videos on how to claim, annual limits and how much you’ll get back.

It’s really easy to use with a search field at the top of the page for people who know exactly what they’re looking for and a menu on the right hand side for those who like to scroll through at their own leisure. And remember Frank Uni’s an expanding library. We’ll continue to add topics as we go, so let us know if there’s something you would like Frank to explain.

We don’t think there’s anyone out there that can explain this sort of stuff as well as Frank. After all, it’s why Frank exists. So instead of wasting your time looking at 20 different health insurance sites, come to Frank University. Get your health insurance degree and count your lucky stars it’s only taken 20 minutes to learn everything you need to know about Health Insurance.

Don’t forget to Like our Facebook page to stay up to date with all things Frank or shoot us a question on Twitter for a simple response.

Frank University, just another example of how Frank cuts through the mind field of health insurance information and puts it simply.

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Travel Vaccinations now covered on Frank’s Lots Extras

Posted by Troy on March 6, 2013 in Frank news

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At Frank we’re always looking for ways to provide more bang for your buck. So when members kept teasing us with their exotic travel plans, we thought it’d be mighty helpful to include travel vaccinations benefits for Frank members.

So that’s what we did! As of 1 April 2013, members on LOTS EXTRAS will be able to claim travel vaccinations. That includes vaccinations for things like Hep A and B, Cholera, Rabies and Tetanus just to name a few. (Check out the list of approved travel vaccinations for benefits to be payable)

There’s a limit of $50 per vaccination up to an annual limit of $100 per person and $200 per membership (for couples and families). Frank will only pay benefits on prescribed travel vaccinations administered by a doctor or at a vaccine clinic. So you’ll also have to show us a pharmacy receipt and or tell us your doctor’s/clinic’s account.

At Frank we’re always looking at improving product and tailoring it to our member’s needs. If you have any suggestions were more than happy to hear them at frank@frankhealthinsurance.com.au.

Now get out there and enjoy your holidays!

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