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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
Banks step up to fund financial counselling services  
21 November 2023

Banks will contribute $19 million over three years to the Government’s voluntary financial counselling model announced today by Minister for Social Services, Amanda Rishworth.   “Banks large and small are proud to be funding the lions share of this initiative.” said ABA CEO Anna Bligh.   This funding will help increase the availability of free, independent counselling… Read more »

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Flood affected customers encouraged to contact their bank
14 October 2022

Don’t let a natural disaster become a financial disaster. Call your bank, they can offer a range of measures right now. Don’t tough it out on your own.

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Australian banks offer COVID-19 customer relief
8 July 2021

The national support package will be available to all small businesses and home loan customers significantly impacted.

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Banks Ready to Help Banana Growers in the Wake of Cyclone Niran
5 March 2021

Australian banks are supporting communities in Far North Queensland affected by Tropical Cyclone Niran.

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Banks launch new phase of pandemic support
17 February 2021

Banks have developed an industry-wide, consistent approach to hardship and a new online tool to guide customers.

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