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Use your money as a force for good.
Align your banking with your values in 2025.

The money in your bank account doesn’t just sit there. Banks could use it to lend and invest in industries that do good, or industries that do harm. This shapes the world we all live in.

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What ethical banking means to us?

To us, ethical banking means making decisions that benefit people and the planet. We live our values through investing and lending in line with our responsible banking policy. We don’t lend to harmful industries like fossil fuels, weapons and gambling. We do lend to our customers, clean energy transition, and social and affordable housing.

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How to switch to Bank Australia

There’s a common misconception that switching banks is hard. Actually, it is easier than you might think. We can even transfer all of your direct debits. Here's how to do it:

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  • 1. Open a new account
  • 2. Transfer your money
  • 3. Update your direct debits and credits with this form
  • 4. Let your workplace know your new details and update your salary account
  • 5. Update your services (you don’t want that Netflix subscription bouncing)
  • 6. Close your old accounts
  • 7. Enjoy your status as the newest member of the Clean Money movement

Together, we’re funding the solutions.
Not the problems.

What we fund

What we don't fund

Fossil fuels
Live animal export
Arms industry
Gambling
Tobacco
Read more about what Bank Australia lends to
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General advice warning

Information provided is of a general nature only. In providing you with this information you should consider the appropriateness of this advice with regards to your particular financial situation and needs. You should consult the Product Disclosure Documents below and Target Market Determination before making a decision to apply for products with Bank Australia.

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