As fast, secure and more modern payment options are available in Australia, the more Australians are choosing alternative payment options to cheques.
Cheque usage has dropped by more than 83% over the last 10 years and we are continuing to see the downward trend each month. The Australian Government has committed to phase all cheque usage out by 2030; however, we have made the decision to exit early, along with many other banks and credit unions.
As a member owned organisation, we must always consider the costs involved in providing a service to our members. Given the small number of members using this facility, we would have to significantly increase the fees involved in order for it to continue.