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On March 192026, Geelong Bank members voted overwhelmingly in favour of the proposed merger with Hume Bank at their Special General Meeting. It’s a great result and an important step forward in bringing our two customer-owned organisations together.
This follows the recent provisional approval from APRA.
With Geelong Bank member support now in place, we’ll now move into the final regulatory steps to complete the process with a target merger date of 1 May.
What’s Happened
On March 19, 2026, Geelong Bank members voted ‘Yes’ to building a stronger foundation with Hume Bank. Geelong Bank members overwhelmingly supported the merger with 95% voting in favour of the proposal.
What’s Next
The final approval steps for the merger are now progressing with an estimated transfer date of May 1, 2026. Teams at both Hume Bank and Geelong Bank will continue to work closely to prepare for a seamless integration.
What This Means for Hume Bank Members
Nothing changes to your banking. Your accounts, access, and service remain exactly as they are.
Combined strength (subject to approval):
- 60,000+ members
- $2.4 billion+ in assets
- 16 branches across regional Australia
- 200+ staff
Why APRA Approval Matters
APRA’s approval confirms:
- Both banks meet regulatory standards
- The merger structure is sound
- Member interests are protected
- The combined entity will be financially strong
We’ll Keep You Updated
You’ll hear from us as we reach each milestone
If you’d like to know more or have something to share, please reach out. You can email us any time at memberquestions@