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Skip to main contentFinancial Assistance HubSearch for policy, media releases and moreLatest news1 / 3Media ReleasesBanks urge passage of Cash Distribution legislation12 August 2026The ABA urges the final passage of the Cash Distribution Framework Bill 2026 and accompanying legislation through the Senate this fortnight. ABA CEO Simon Birmingham said the legislation was a critical safety net to protect the long-term availability of cash for Australians who still rely on it. “Cash remains an important payment option for many Australians,…Read more »Read moreTranscriptABA CEO Simon Birmingham interview with 2SM’s Tim Webster on Census scams12 August 2026E&OERadio Interview2SM Sydney12 August 2026 Topics: Census scams Tim Webster: And Simon Birmingham is the CEO of the Australian Banking Association, and he’s jumped on the line for us. G’day, thanks for your time. Simon Birmingham: Good morning, Tim. Good to be with you. Tim Webster: Yeah, I did mention it to the listeners yesterday,…Read more »Read moreMedia ReleasesBanks urge Aussies to stay Census safe as scammers look to cash in10 August 2026Australian banks are warning households to be on the look-out for Census related scams as criminals look to get their hands on personal and financial information. Key tips for staying Census safe: ABA CEO Simon Birmingham said banks were on high alert for scams as criminals look to cash in on this week’s Census. “The…Read more »Read more