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Re-earning trust: the long road ahead

22 February 2019

A speech by ABA CEO Anna Bligh to the NSW Far Writers’ Lunch

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ABA CEO Simon Birmingham interview on Fear + Greed Podcast with Sean Aylmer
8 July 2026

E&OEPodcastFear + Greed8 July 2026. Topics: Household ownership of banks; Banking as critical infrastructure Sean Aylmer: Welcome to Fear and Greed Q&A, where we ask and answer questions about business, investing, economics, politics and more. I’m Sean Aylmer. We talk plenty about the banks on this podcast. After all, the big four and Macquarie are… Read more »

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APRA capital reforms a potential boost to the economy
29 June 2026

The ABA welcomes today’s consultation paper from APRA on proposed changes to bank credit risk capital settings, which have the potential to support more lending and lift productivity. ABA CEO Simon Birmingham said the consultation was a welcome step towards a more efficient capital framework while still retaining the underlying strength and stability of Australia’s… Read more »

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ABA CEO Simon Birmingham transcript of interview on Sky News with Ross Greenwood
21 June 2026

E&OETV InterviewSky News Business Weekend with Ross Greenwood21 June 2026 Topics: Economic contribution of banks Ross Greenwood: Well Australia’s banks, love them or loathe them, they are a necessity. We need them strong to provide the security for lenders and depositors. We need them well-regulated to keep them from again putting profit ahead of their… Read more »

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