CANBERRA, ACT, Aug. 20 -- The Treasurer of Australia issued the following media release:
The Parliament has today passed legislation to help secure the sustainable distribution of cash in Australia.
The Albanese Government is delivering a stronger cash distribution system, which is essential for the many Australians and businesses that rely on cash.
This legislation complements our reforms that made it mandatory for supermarkets and servos to accept cash for essential items so Australians can still pay cash when they want to and need to.
It establishes a regulatory framework with practical safeguards to keep cash moving, particularly for regional communities, older Australians, small businesses and those who rely on cash, including duri...