2021 Media Releases
Second half improvement for state’s primary producers according to BankSA Rural Price Index
Thursday, 16 December 2021
South Australia’s primary producers and horticulturalists have enjoyed a boost in the second half of the year on the back of improved prices, better growing conditions, and a lower Australian dollar.
South Australians intend to spend more this Christmas
Saturday, 11 December 2021
More South Australian households are intending to spend more in the lead-up to Christmas this year, with levels returning to those seen before COVID-19.
‘Tis the season to Celebrate SA and support local this Christmas
Thursday, 11 November 2021
South Australians are being urged to ‘shop local’ this Christmas when buying gifts, planning the Christmas day feast or heading to a restaurant or winery during the festive season.
Most South Australians want flexible work to stay
Friday, 5 November 2021
Nearly three quarters of South Australians want work flexibility into the future, according to research from BankSA’s latest Trends economic report.
$80,000 to eight charities in celebration of 80 years
Friday, 29 October 2021
Eight local charities will each receive a grant of $10,000 in celebration of BankSA Foundation’s 80th year of supporting communities across South Australia and the Northern Territory.
South Australian business confidence strong but moderates amidst ongoing COVID-19 uncertainty
Friday, 29 October 2021
Business confidence in South Australia has moderated in October off the back of uncertainty over the ongoing impact of COVID-19 but remains high, according to the latest BankSA State Monitor survey.
The Show must go on - BankSA encourages South Aussies to create their own Show day and back SA
Friday, 3 September 2021
While the Royal Adelaide Show won’t go on this year, Presenting Partner, BankSA, says there are many ways that families can still experience all the fun and continue to back SA businesses.
Better banking services for Barossa Valley
Monday, 23 August 2021
Banking services in Tanunda in have been bolstered with BankSA and Westpac enhancing their presence, increasing opening hours and investing into a newly created co-located site.
Better banking services for Murray Bridge
Monday, 23 August 2021
Banking services in Murray Bridge have been bolstered with BankSA and Westpac enhancing their presence and investing into a newly created co-located site.
SA business confidence at record high heading into lockdown showing strong underlying momentum
Friday, 30 July 2021
Business confidence in South Australia reached its highest level ever recorded by the BankSA State Monitor survey heading into the state’s recent lockdown, as industries project a positive outlook beyond the COVID pandemic.
Westpac and BankSA welcome SA Government support package and reaffirm support for South Australians
Thursday, 22 July 2021
Westpac Group, including BankSA, has welcomed the financial relief package announced by the State Government and reaffirmed its own support for South Australian businesses and individuals impacted by the current seven-day lockdown.
Bigger backyards, safer suburbs and proximity to supermarkets – what home buyers want now
Thursday, 22 April 2021
South Australian consumers and businesses are feeling more confident and poised to invest in property as the economy recovers following the impact of COVID-19, according to BankSA research.
State increasingly confident as South Australians back themselves and get on with business
Friday, 26 February 2021
South Australians are feeling increasingly confident in the state’s economic recovery and are looking ahead with optimism, according to the latest BankSA State Monitor survey.