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Overall, customers express strong satisfaction with Auswide Bank, particularly praising the helpfulness, professionalism, and friendly demeanor of branch staff across various locations. Many long-term clients value the personalised, face-to-face service and efficient handling of accounts, loans, and term deposits. While there are isolated complaints regarding digital banking limitations, branch wait times, and account access policies, the prevailing sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
My card/account had been hacked and Jessica made sure I only waited 4 days to get my replacement card which arrived today. Then Perry helped by activating my new card in Google Wallet. Really well done guys. Show details · 1
Money transferred on Friday morning is still not showing on Monday night on my other account.! Not a holiday, not a new payee. So absolutely disgusting. How do they get away with it??
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I gained assistance recently for several large progress payments to assist with the construction of my new unit and staff were exceptionally helpful and mindful of security. I have been a long term customer and Auswide continues as my bank of choice simply because they exceed my expectations. Show details · 1
Saved me hundreds in attempted theft losses – Excellent customer service! Very impressed. My card details were stolen by a skimmer and not only did Auswide's anti-fraud team block the theft of several hundred, their team called me multiple times, even near midnight on Sunday, to ensure they weren't blocking a legitimate transaction. They protected my account. Meanwhile, I can't even get a… Read more · 1
response of any kind from NAB about fraudulent activity on my NAB account, despite many contacts over many months and being with them for over a decade.
Happy client – I recently got scammed by an overseas company, contacted Jess sharma , from the sarina branch about the incident. I had personally given up on this money being returned, but Jess didn’t , resulting in my money being recovered Jess is an absolute credit to the Auswide banking community .
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Security – Clare was very helpful and she took immediate action to resolve the issue. I particularly like the security questions which are asked this would make any would be offender very difficult to gain access to accounts. Thank you Clare.
Follow-up · Two days without internet banking without any advice to customers had caused a lot of anxiety and stress to some and phones not answered very disappointing Auswide you need to rectify your problem on advising customers.
since aswide came to gympie yes i find it very good service is very good Show details
Follow-up · yes parking was easy, wait times were good, normal banking
I just spoke to Leanne Powell at Townsville branch and she was simply amazing , kind and bent over backwards for me to a successful outcome . This lady needs a raise or a paid holiday . Live her work ethic. Show reply
Follow-up · It’s been a while (almost a month) with no success with the initial issue but the holdup was not her fault or Austwide at all it was ASICS by not giving clear instructions at the start. Leanne was very apologetic and I appreciate that . The fault with ASIC, I found the fault and at no time did she blame anyone but could not stop apologising . Great lady and great branch. Mistakes get made but we just have to keep going forward . I’ll get there .
Positive reviews
I am a long time customer of Austwide Bank and have always found the service to be of a high standard. I recently was in the Bundaberg City branch to transfer money for the purchase of a car and found the staff member to be friendly, efficient and professional. She made the experience very pleasant and I would recommend Auswide highly. Show details · 1
spoke to Tanya at the main Bundaberg Office who organised the opening of three accounts for us. She was courteous, efficient and explained all details we needed to know. Looking forward to a long relationship with your Bank. Show reply
There are occasions when there is rather a long wait to get to a Teller. We have been clients of the bank since it was formed and have always received good service. I recently received excellent advice and assistance with setting up two new Term Deposits. Show reply
Negative reviews
Tried to get into customer service twice and both times told I was second in the queue so waited 10mi first time and gave up second time 8 min and had to go for another meeting. Told them to call me back both times but no callback. I can't access my account unless I go in and have no record given to me if balances etc as no longer issued a… Read more
passbook and no print out given at visit to keep as a record or receipt. I can't access online as have no login details. I want some sort of record and will now look into a card on the account so I can but really wanted a passbook.
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I thought the National bank had no idea about customer service. Auswide bank is far worse and they should be driven out of business as quickly as possible. The Auswide ATM machine took $502.50 of mine and gave me nothing at all. This was at 4.58 on a Friday afternoon leaving me without a cent to survive on. I returned first thing Monday and asked… Read more
them for my money back politely and was told quite rudely and dismissively that it was nothing to do with them as I was not their customer. Now I'm not lawyer but I would have thought the $2.50 they took from me made me their customer. So I asked them for the number of the company that supplied and maintained that machine so I could contact them directly to find out how long before they returned the money they stole from me. Why is that too much to ask. It is now the following Wednesday and despite re-asking I still know nothing and I have nothing to feed my dog and very little to eat but 2 minute noodles until Friday week if they don't return my money. I cannot pay rent or fill out prescriptions for my heart medications. It is getting very close to the time when I'm forced to take direct action myself and go in there and take it back by force. The alternative is homelessness, medical problems or perhaps death. Going to prison for robbing them sounds like a pretty good alternative to me. And I guarantee from here on I will actively do my utmost to destroy Auswide bank every way possible. Starts Friday. I bet they call the cops n expect their money back quick smart. Hope they don't expect any assistance from me. I will burn every cent before they get anything back. I know how ATMs work. They are self balancing and they would have known first thing Monday morning that I didn't get paid. They gonna learn the hard way n I will make so much noise it will cost them dearly I swear. They are very greedy but not very smart. I'm doing a Current Affair interview on Friday. They will be sorry I guarantee.
Auswide are absolutely rubbish. The app is awful, we can’t make card/Apple Pay/online payments, trying to call them is near impossible (unless you have a spare 1 hour to wait in a que), and their presence is limited to go see them in person. Can’t wait to leave them
Recent reviews
In branch help from Selena MacKay was excellent.. Her knowledge and experience was amazing, she was patient and made us both feel comfortable and at ease with what we were wanting g to do. Show reply
Bobbi Clifton and Benjamin Greco went above and beyond to help myself and my husband organise a bank transfer which needed to be done today. I was very grateful for their willingness to help, knowledge of the rules, processes and the way in which they worked together to get the desired result. Thank you so much. You have to go a long way to get service like that anymore. Thank you very much! Show details · 1
Selena took my initial call and, unlike my previous two attempts, followed up promptly and returned my call as promised. My earlier experiences had unfortunately left me with a poor impression of the level of service being provided and had even caused me to question whether I wanted to continue banking with the organisation. From the outset,… Read more
Selena's warm, professional, and approachable manner immediately stood out. She quickly established rapport, listened attentively to my concerns, and made me feel genuinely valued as a customer.
Most importantly, Selena followed through on her commitments, acted on my requests in a timely manner, and kept me informed throughout the process. Her communication was clear, proactive, and reassuring, demonstrating a level of customer service that had been noticeably absent from my previous interactions.
Selena has been incredibly helpful and is a genuine asset to the business. Her dedication, professionalism, and customer-focused approach not only resolved my concerns but also restored my confidence in the organisation. I am grateful that she was the banking specialist I had the pleasure of dealing with today and would highly recommend her to anyone seeking knowledgeable and attentive assistance.
I asked for something to be removed from one of my accounts. Jess did it and was very professional. The only thing the wait time to speak to a consultant was a little long . But very happy with the service when I was answered
We renewed our term deposit on the phone.It saved us a 5. hour round trip.The lady on the phone was terrific explaining how to go about it.We are very happy with the end result. Show reply
Today's appointment was both friendly and professional, Information of choices was clearly stated and I was able to select what I wanted easily. The process was done in good time, I have been with this bank over 12 years, The courtesy and help given always 100%. Thank you all, Show reply
A massive shout out to Kris, Emily, Ben, Karina, Trudi, Bobbie at Auswide Hinkler Central! Thank you for the excellent customer service you always proved the Bundaberg public ✨ Show reply
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Tanya at Auswide Bundaberg was terrific and very efficient opening another account for me. I have had my first account with them for 1 year and they have been terrific. Show details · 1
I rang to give instructions on renewing my term deposit. My customer service officer was Luke and he was great, very professional and helpful. He gave me the rates for the various timeframes which allowed me to choose which was the best option for me. Show details · 1
Follow-up · I am still happy with Auswide Bank. Their customer service is great. When renewing my latest term deposit, the Customer Service Officer was very helpful.
Kris and her team are amazing. Attentive and take the time to explain everything while being very patient with everyone. Couldn’t find a better banking experience!! Highly recommend. Show reply
Big thanks to Kris at The Hinkler Branch for the amazing service we had there. After having an incredibly negative experience at another bank Kris made us feel so lucky that we had ended up with Auswide and seen her at The Hinkler Branch. Show details · 1
I always receive excellent service at Auswide Barolin St Bundaberg. I prefer a face to face experience. I have been with this bank since it first opened in Bundaberg as a Building Society many many years ago. Show reply
I have used Canelands branch in Mackay since it opened long ago and find the staff there very helpful and obliging. Nothing is too much trouble and they are always cheerful and welcoming. Show details · 1
We are so pleased to bank with Auswide, being in the generation that remembers its humble beginnings. Thank you so much Tanya for your professional and personal persona. Thank you for your patience and the way you make us feel welcome every time we see you. You handle your stress and busyness very well. John and Heather Rigarlsford Show details · 1
Went into the Rockhampton branch and was the best banking experience I have ever had. The whole team there did everything they could to help and a special thanks to the Customer Service Specialist. I can see why she has that role, she was definatly an expert in Customer Service. Show details · 1
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