For more than 150 years, customer owned banks have served local communities with a 'people helping people' philosophy. Explore stories about the difference our members are making.
The IMB Bank Community Foundation has been supporting local initiatives in the communities the customer-owned bank serves since 1999. Now in its 25th anniversary year, the Foundation recently announced funding … Read more
In today’s technology-driven world, digital inclusion is more than just a convenience; it’s a necessity. Yet, a significant portion of the Australian population remains digitally excluded. A recent study by … Read more
Financial abuse is a form of domestic violence which affects one in six Australian women. It involves an abuser exerting control over the victim’s access to money and resources, which … Read more
Reconciliation is an important focus for our sector and building on our grassroots community connections. Many of our customer-owned banks have formally committed to this via Reconciliation Action Plans. This … Read more
As Police Week honours the heroic efforts of police officers, we’re shining a light on a few Customer Owned Banking Association members who support police officers all year round. Every … Read more
Each July, customer-owned banks join in on NAIDOC celebrations to recognise the history, culture and accomplishments of First Nations people. As we join the festivities, the Customer Owned Banking Association … Read more
As financial institutions centered on people and communities, customer-owned banks have a long history of leaving a positive impact on the communities they serve. The increasing frequency and severity of … Read more
Many customer-owned banks have developed RAPs to better understand how to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We’ve profiled three of our member banks that are committed to change. … Read more
Almost two years on from the devastating 2022 floods, customer-owned banks have come together to offer a scholarship for students affected by the natural disaster. Few of us can forget … Read more
Four times a year we’ll send you helpful banking tips and inspiring stories from our members.