Australian Banking Association

Australia’s banks contributed a record $16 billion in taxes and other levies in the 2025 financial year, enough to fund over 370 million bulk-billed GP appointments, according to a new report released today by the Australian Banking Association.

The ABA welcomes the release today of Treasury’s exposure draft legislation to regulate Australia’s cash-in-transit sector.

ABA CEO Simon Birmingham said this regulatory framework was an essential piece in the puzzle of ensuring cash remains available to Australians who still use it.

“This is a welcome step and will be an important safety net in shoring up...

E&OE
Radio Interview
ABC Radio Sydney
20 April 2026.

Topics: Banking support; Interest free loans for business; Industry groups call for red tape reduction; Work from home arrangements

Thomas Oriti (Host): We’re hearing today that Aus...

E&OE
TV Interview
Sky News
20 April 2026.

Topics: Banking support; Interest free loans for business; Industry groups call for red tape reduction

Laura Jayes (Host): Well, this morning the government has announced about a billion dolla...

Nearly 30 groups representing small, medium and large businesses, and universities, that employ millions of Australians, are calling on all governments to cut regulatory costs by 25 per cent to help consumers and businesses amid surging costs caused by the Middle East war.

The Alliance of Industry Associations, which represents every part of the Australian economy, ...