5 December 2019
The ABA is seeking community views on the use of credit cards for gambling. The consultation will assess community views about financial institutions allowing credit cards to be used for gambling and the role of banks in addressing these problems.
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The CSLR was intended to give basic protection to mum and dad-type investors. It should not be a collectively funded vehicle for removing investment risk from society.
Australian banks are rolling out disaster support to customers affected by the current bushfires in Victoria. ABA CEO Simon Birmingham said banks were continuing to monitor the evolving situation across Victoria and are on standby to assist impacted customers. “This is an extremely challenging time for many Victorian communities, households and businesses,” Mr Birmingham said. “There are now special arrangements in place for those who may need additional financial assistance from their bank in the coming days, weeks and months. “Banks have highly… Read more »
Banks stand ready to support customers in north and north-west Queensland currently experiencing heavy rainfall and flooding. ABA CEO Simon Birmingham said customers didn’t have to tough it out on their own with banks on standby to assist communities get through this challenging time. “Banks recognise the significant financial and emotional toll an extreme weather… Read more »