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23 December 2020
Update regarding ASIC's AUSTRAC-related investigation
Following the civil proceedings commenced by AUSTRAC in the Federal Court of Australia on 20 November 2019, ASIC commenced an investigation into matters related to the AUSTRAC proceedings. APRA also commenced an investigation into matters related to the AUSTRAC proceedings and potential contraventions of the Banking Act 1959 (Cth) (including the Banking Executive Accountability Regime) and subsequently delegated certain enforcement powers to ASIC in connection with its investigation.
ASIC has today informed Westpac that it has concluded the investigation and that it does not intend to take any enforcement action against Westpac or any individuals in connection with the investigation.
For further information: | |
David Lording | Andrew Bowden |
Group Head of Media Relations | Head of Investor Relations |
0419 683 411 | 0438 284 863 |
This document has been authorised for release by Tim Hartin, General Manager & Company Secretary.
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