Speech to FINSIA – earning back trust and the role of self regulation

Australian banks are launching updated guidelines on financial abuse as part of their continued focus on responding to family violence and elder abuse.

Australian banks are urging state and territory governments to adopt consistent laws on powers of attorney to prevent elder financial abuse.

Australian banks are supporting communities in New South Wales after torrential rain and floods in parts of the state.  Floodwaters have inundated towns on the NSW North Coast, Sydney has been pummelled by heavy rain and more is forecast in coming days.  Australian Banking Association CEO Anna Bligh says banks have a range of measures… Read more »