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Bendigo And Adelaide Bank
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is an Australian financial institution providing a range of banking and financial services, including retail, business, and commercial banking. It operates with a community-focused banking model, differentiating itself through customer service and community engagement. The bank also offers services like mortgage distribution, funds management, and treasury.
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Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is an Australian financial institution providing a range of banking and financial services, including retail, business, and commercial banking. It operates with a community-focused banking model, differentiating itself through customer service and community engagement. The bank also offers services like mortgage distribution, funds management, and treasury.
Company History
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank was formed through the merger of Bendigo Bank and Adelaide Bank in 2007. Bendigo Bank, originally established as a building society in 1858, focused on community-based banking. Adelaide Bank, founded in 1994, specialized in wholesale banking and mortgage services. The merger created a diversified financial institution with a strong presence in both retail and wholesale markets.
Competitive Advantages
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank's competitive advantages include: 1) Strong community banking model, fostering customer loyalty and local market presence. 2) Diversified revenue streams from retail, business, and wholesale banking operations. 3) Established mortgage distribution network through third-party partnerships.
Risk Factors
- •Increased competition from larger banks and fintech companies
- •Changes in regulatory environment impacting capital requirements and lending practices
- •Economic downturn affecting credit quality and loan growth
Recent Developments
Last 6 months
Recent developments include the announcement of the 2026 Half Year Results on February 16, 2026, and the 1Q26 Trading Update. The Annual General Meeting was held on October 21, 2025. The bank also released its 2025 Climate Disclosure report.
Key People
Leadership team at Bendigo And Adelaide Bank
Richard Fennell
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director. He holds a BEc, FCA, MAICD.
Vicki Carter
Chair
Independent Chair with a BA (Social Sciences), Dip Mgt, Certificate in Executive Coaching, GAICD.
Mr. Richard Allan Fennell BEc, CA, MAICD
CEO, MD & Director
Mr. Andrew Robert Morgan B.Com., FCPA
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Bruce Speirs BCom, CA, GAICD, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Kieran O'Meara B.Sc.
Chief Technology Officer
Mr. Taso Corolis B Ec, BCom, Grad Dip
Chief Customer Officer of Consumer Banking
Mr. Adam Rowse M.B.A.
Chief Customer Officer of Business & Agribusiness
Ms. Kerrie Noonan B.Com.
Chief Risk Officer
Samantha Miller
Head of Investor Relations & ESG