Commonwealth Bank offers a new state of convenience with NSW Sunday trading

Sunday trading announced for Bankstown, Parramatta, Campbelltown, Hurstville, Penrith, Blacktown and Warringah Mall

The Commonwealth Bank has secured a licence to trade on Sunday in NSW and will open the doors of seven Sydney branches for extended trading from Sunday 2 December. It’s the second stage of a national weekend trading roll-out across four States.

"The Commonwealth Bank is truly Australia’s most convenient bank and the introduction of Sunday trading is part of our commitment to providing greater convenience, accessibility and customer service, giving our customers the service they need when they need it," said Group Executive Retail Banking Services, Ross McEwan.

"For many of our customers Sunday is one of their busiest days, whether they are merchants or just members of the general public."

"It’s logical that we provide banking services on Sunday in NSW to support both our business customers as well as shoppers or people looking for a housing or personal loan," Mr McEwan said.

"We all have busy lives and this is one way that the Commonwealth Bank can take some of the pressure off our customers by being open when they are ready to see us."

The branches which will have Sunday trading are Centro Bankstown, Macarthur Square Campbelltown, Westpoint Blacktown, Penrith Plaza, Westfield Parramatta, Westfield Hurstville and Warringah Mall. These branches are in addition to the nine branches now open for seven day trading in Queensland and Victoria.

According to Mr McEwan, the move to open for Sunday trading also signals increased working flexibility for branch staff.

"Sunday trading will provide staff with an opportunity to alter their working week to better suit their personal needs."

Customers will be welcomed between the hours of 10.30 am and 3.30 pm. A third stage of Sunday branch trading is expected in 2008.

About the Commonwealth Bank

With a market capitalisation in excess of $AUD 70 billion, the Commonwealth Bank (Group) is Australia largest financial institution, providing the most convenient and accessible banking and financial services for all Australians.

With more branches, agencies, ATMs, EFTPOS outlets and 24/7 call centres than any Australian banking and finance competitor, and offering Australia’s leading internet banking service, the Commonwealth Bank is a diverse organisation with a long history in the Australian banking industry.

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For more information, contact:

Steve Batten
Commonwealth Bank
Phone: (02) 9378 2504
Mobile: 0411 080 268