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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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Anna Bligh on ABC AM Radio – 91% of deferrals resume
19 February 2021

“No customer is going to wake up the day after the 31st of March and find that there is some legal action being taken by their bank on their loan.”

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Stronger regulation needed for debt management firms
16 February 2021

The ABA supports the proposed licencing regime for debt management firms and has called for further changes to protect consumers.

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Support for WA bushfire areas
5 February 2021

“The most important consideration right now is staying safe. But when West Australians affected by recent bushfires are ready to pick up the pieces, their bank will be ready to help,”

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New credit reporting laws a win for customers
4 February 2021

New Comprehensive Credit Reporting laws will lead to better deals for customers with a good credit history.

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TRANSCRIPT: ABA CEO Anna Bligh on ABC NewsRadio: banks still supporting customers
20 January 2021

“…banks can go back to their normal processes and that is working out what’s right for every single customer, on an individual tailored basis with a proper assessment. That is the best thing for the customer.”

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Op-Ed
Efficient and Responsible: Getting the Lending Balance Right
25 November 2020

Access to credit opens up opportunities and fulfills aspirations. Getting it right requires the right balance between consumer protections and the flow of credit.

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TRANSCRIPT: ABA CEO Anna Bligh on ABC Radio’s AM 18 November “a chance to get back on their feet”
18 November 2020

Interviewed by AM’s Peter Ryan, ABA CEO Anna Bligh talked about the substantial drop in loan deferrals since their peak during the pandemic, falling from 900,000 to 300,000.

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Majority of deferred loans back on track
17 November 2020

The number of deferred loans has fallen below 300,000 – a reduction of almost 70% since the peak earlier this year.

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Banks to continue Royal Commission reform
12 November 2020

“Banks have already been acting on the findings of Commissioner Hayne and remain fully engaged for this next phase” ABA CEO Anna Bligh

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COVID-19 refinancing breaks records: Anna Bligh on ABC News Breakfast
2 November 2020

“we’ve seen a record high number of Australians switch their loans, either to another bank or gone to their own bank and got a better deal.”

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ABC Sydney Radio – Interview with Anna Bligh
30 October 2020

Anna answered questions about the impact of COVID-19 on banks’ profits, how banks have responded to help customers during the pandemic and what’s happening next to customers who’ve deferred their mortgages.

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Flow of credit to small business remains strong
20 October 2020

Since February 1, Australian banks have approved over $41b for SMEs and sole traders. That’s an average of $5 billion per month.

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Today interview with ABA CEO Anna Bligh: “banks are very encouraged”
15 October 2020

Interview: Almost 45% of Australians who deferred their mortgages in June have begun repaying their loans.

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Repayments have resumed on almost half of deferred loans
14 October 2020

Almost half of deferred loans are now being repaid again as Australians recover from the pandemic

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Budget 2020 charts the road to recovery
6 October 2020

This year’s federal budget will help Australia recover from the economic impact of COVID‑19 and create jobs as the nation recovers. The Australian Banking Association has welcomed the strong focus on support for small and medium businesses and direct assistance to families. “Australian banks stand ready to continue their role helping millions of Australians through… Read more »

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Government digital plan good for consumers
29 September 2020

“These changes will make banking faster and easier” said ABA CEO Anna Bligh

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Changes to Australian Credit Laws
25 September 2020

“Banks look forward to working with the Government to ensure the legislation works for both customers and the broader economy”.

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6-month loan assessments begin as Australians resume loan repayments
7 September 2020

Australia’s banks supported their customers as the country entered the COVID-19 pandemic and they continue to support them on the way out.    As the initial wave of 6-month loan payment deferrals come to an end, banks have begun to contact customers for their 6-month assessment and to discuss the next stage of support and assistance. … Read more »

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Banks enter phase two on COVID-19 deferred loans
8 July 2020

This new phase of support turns a cliff into manageable steps for Australians to get back on track.

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Open Banking data flows from today
1 July 2020

“Customers can be assured that they will always be in control of how and when they share their data.”

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