The Customer Owned Banking Association (COBA) is pleased to announce Patrick Ashkettle as the new Industry Representative on the Customer Owned Banking Code Compliance Committee (COBCCC), with his term commencing … Read more
Credit unions, mutual banks, building societies – there are several different terms used to describe Australia’s customer-owned banking sector, which caters to more than 5 million Australians today. Here, we … Read more
A new global report from the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) offers new insights on the customer-owned sector, which now caters to more than 412 million people around the … Read more
Since 1948, International Credit Union Day has been celebrated on the third Thursday of October, commemorating the spirit of the global credit union movement. This year’s theme is “Cooperation for … Read more
Customer-owned banks are a force for good in their communities, and many go beyond traditional banking services to champion community well-being. By supporting mental health organisations and community programs, many … Read more
NAIDOC Week is a significant time each year to celebrate and recognise the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In 2025, NAIDOC Week marks a … Read more
Customer-owned banks have once again been named Australia’s most trusted banking sector, according to the latest Roy Morgan Bank Trust and Distrust Scores Report, while distrust worsened with the broader … Read more
Credit unions are more than just financial institutions; they are a unique, member-owned organisations built on the principle of people helping people. Unlike traditional banks, which prioritise investor profits, credit … Read more
Building societies are financial institutions with a unique, customer-owned structure. Unlike traditional banks driven by investor profits, building societies prioritise their members and the communities they serve. This mutual model, … Read more
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