The closure of bank branches, and potentially Australia Post, in favour of digitisation will leave many areas and the older people who reside there without services.
The issues identified in this submission impact many older Australians and the measures outlined here to address these issues have the potential to improve the lives of a large and growing proportion of Australians.
COTA Australia regards the Treasury Laws Amendment (Improving the Energy Efficiency of Rental Properties) Bill 2018 as a worthwhile measure to assist people renting their home.
COTA Australia welcomes the opportunity to provide comment and input regarding the inquiry into the credit and financial services targeted at Australians at risk of financial hardship.