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The Australian Banking Association (ABA) is the information source for the news media on the Australian banking industry, providing information, analysis and context on industry issues.

The ABA plays an active role in the public dialogue on banking and financial services, providing commentary on broader industry issues and facilitating access to other sources of information.

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Media Releases
The ABA welcomes ACCC deposit inquiry report  
15 December 2023

The ABA welcomes the release of the ACCC’s retail deposits inquiry final report today, saying competition in the Australian banking sector is critical to good customer outcomes and the Report shows that it is strong in the Australian context.    “2023 has seen highly competitive market forces at work in banking from which consumers are the… Read more »

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Media Releases
Banks act to keep cash convenient  
6 December 2023

Today the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has authorised the main users of cash including banks, retailer providers and Australia Post to undertake industry discussions ensuring cash remains readily available to all Australians.   Customers’ usage of cash has plunged from 70% in 2007 to 13% in 2022. The cash spiral is showing no signs… Read more »

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Transcript: Assistant Treasurer launches National Anti-Scams Centre
7 November 2022

The Hon Stephen Jones MP Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services announced funding for a new National Anti-Scams Centre on the first day of Scams Awareness Week, 7 November 2022. ABA CEO Anna Bligh joined the launch with other industry leaders. STEPHEN JONES: It’s an important day. This is anti-scam week, National Scams Awareness… Read more »

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Scams Awareness Week: Services to help keep businesses safe from scammers
8 November 2021

Services such as PayID, BPay and e-invoicing will show who you’re paying before you pay, ensuring money is going to the intended account.

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