Benalla’s Westpac branch is one of 22 slated to close permanently across the country.
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A Westpac spokeswoman said they were consulting with Benalla employees, and the proposed closure date of the branch was March 15.
“In the past 12 months, less than two per cent of transactions were through our branch network, as an increasing number of customers enjoy the convenience of our online and mobile banking services.
“When we do make the difficult decision to close a branch, we take into careful consideration factors such as usage, location, proximity to other services and community needs. We also follow Australian Banking Association protocols, including engagement with our employees and customers.”
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