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Today, ANZ Group Chairman Paul O'Sullivan addressed shareholders at our Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Melbourne, thanking them as well as our customers, our people and our partners for their contribution and support through 2024.  At the meeting he also took the opportunity to reflect on CEO Shayne Elliott’s nine years leading ANZ ahead of his departure in July 2025.  “Shayne has served with distinction. He will be remembered as a CEO that set ANZ on the path to long-term, sustained success,” he said.  See our AGM full coverage on ANZ bluenotes here: https://lnkd.in/gzx6gkEH

As the year draws to a close and the holiday season awaits, we've asked members of our executive committee what they'll be reading, watching and listening to.    You can find their lists in this article: https://lnkd.in/gJNnEK6F   Let us know what you’ll be reading, watching, or listening to over the break? 

We'll be cheering on Bharat Uniyal as he takes the stage at the upcoming Cricket Australia Boxing Day Test Match!    Bharat, from our Finance team in Melbourne, will perform the Indian National Anthem at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on December 26th, singing live before 90,000 spectators and millions of TV viewers. A professional Bollywood singer and Indian Idol Season 3 participant, this opportunity is a dream come true for Bharat. Congratulations Bharat.

This year, Andy Kei started as a fresh-faced graduate with us, diving into the corporate world head-first. Recently, he had the pleasure of discussing his experience with Elisa Clements, our Group Executive, Talent & Culture, on a ANZ bluenotes podcast. Listen to it here: https://lnkd.in/gP7hZim7     "Being part of Gen Z means I grew up with social media, brainrot from being chronically online, and instant access to information. As a result, I prefer using emojis and messaging on Teams at work, while many other colleagues prefer in-person meetings and phone calls."    "We all do things differently, but there’s value in diversity even if people’s approaches don’t make sense to you right away." 

From prawns in Australia to panettone in Italy, how are tastes changing and how is the industry keeping up with festive feasts worldwide? 🎄    Take a look at these findings from Michael Whitehead, our Executive Director for Agribusiness Industry Insights.    Let us know what will be on your Christmas plate this year! 💭    Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g4pzgzTS

What brings you the most joy in your role?     For ANZ Cyber Security expert Alice McCracken, it's the rapidly evolving security landscape which keeps her constantly learning.    Her advice for any #cybersecurity professional is to keep on challenging the status quo.    “We're seeing such a diversity of threats, and the only way we can counter that is a diversity of experience and thinking."    Alice recently had a chat with our CEO Shayne Elliott about her career at ANZ. To watch Alice's full interview with Shayne, visit: https://lnkd.in/gfyT2M4F  

Today ANZ has announced that Nuno Matos will become CEO on 3 July 2025, succeeding Shayne Elliott, who will retire from ANZ, after 9 years in the role. Mr Matos brings more than 30 years’ experience across retail, commercial and wholesale banking. Most recently, he was CEO of Wealth and Personal Banking at HSBC where he was responsible for 87,000 employees serving almost 40 million customers across 35 markets. After joining HSBC from Santander in 2015, Mr Matos held senior roles including CEO of HSBC Bank plc and HSBC Europe, where he oversaw the transformation of its European business. He had previously also served as CEO Mexico, one of HSBC’s largest markets, and Regional Head of Retail Banking in Latin America. Commenting on Shayne Elliott’s contribution, ANZ Group Chairman, Paul O’Sullivan said: “Shayne Elliott led the critical transformation that will be the cornerstone of ANZ’s long term success. Under Shayne’s leadership, ANZ now has one of the world’s leading institutional businesses, a new retail bank platform built on industry-leading technology and a culture focussed on helping customers and communities thrive.” Commenting on Nuno’s appointment, Paul O’Sullivan said: “We are very pleased an international banker of Nuno’s calibre and extensive experience will be joining ANZ as our new Chief Executive. He’s led several bank business, risk and technology transformations, which will be a significant benefit as we prepare to scale the migration of customers, including those from Suncorp Bank, across to ANZ Plus.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gv2Ch3a9

Here's a story many of us can relate to – almost falling for an online deal that’s too good to be true.   For Dylan Alcott OAM, it was a pair of sneakers that led to a sole-crushing experience.     With spending and sales season here, it’s a good time to brush up on the latest tips from our experts, visit: https://lnkd.in/gP5ebzjP

"Co-leading the ANZ Abilities Network is one way I live my purpose. I connect people, help them understand each other, and maybe even take a walk in each other’s shoes."        Meet Anna Spiteri, Co-Chair of our Abilities Network, a group of ANZ employees who work together to shape a world where people of all abilities can thrive.        "At ANZ we have so many passionate people working to drive better accessibility outcomes and create a sense of belonging for our disabled employees, customers and our community. It’s a pleasure to work together to ensure the 1 in 5 Aussies, 1 in 6 people globally, or 1.3 billion people with a disability, have the same opportunities as everyone else."        Anna’s leadership in the Abilities Network is helping create a welcoming and supportive environment at ANZ.          #InternationalDayOfPeopleWithDisability  

We build trusted relationships by delivering business owners tailored insights and solutions to help them start, run, or grow.    Bankers like Riley Sherry take great pride in helping our customers succeed.    Learn more about the day in the life of an ANZ Commercial banker and how Riley supports her customers 📽   Explore ANZ’s current business banking opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/giNfFT9X