As a valued member of Regional Australia Bank, your voice matters. We’re proposing a merger with Summerland Bank, and you’re invited to help shape our future. This is your opportunity to support a stronger, purpose-led bank, one with more branches, better services, and deeper community impact.
On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know about how to vote, the key dates and documents. To learn more about our journey, visit the Merger Plans.
As a valued member of Regional Australia Bank, your voice matters more than ever. To help you understand what the proposed merger with Summerland Bank means, we’ve created a Member Information Booklet. It includes everything you need to know, from what the merger involves, to how and when to vote, and what it could mean for our future together.
By completing and submitting a Proxy Form. Proxy forms will be available on our website, in branches and by post as required. Proxy Forms must be lodged at least 48 hours before the AGM begins.
In person by attending the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 20 November where you can hear more about the benefits of the merger and vote.
By appointing someone else to vote on your behalf, either as: an attorney, using a valid power of attorney, or a corporate representative (for company members), with proper written authorisation.
Here are the key dates to keep in mind so you don’t miss your chance to vote on the proposed merger.
You can start casting your vote by completing and returning the Proxy Voting Form that will be available on the website and in branches.
Make sure your Proxy Voting Form has been received if you’re voting this way, it needs to have been submitted at least 48 hours before the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in person to cast your vote directly and hear the results.
How can I cast my vote for the merger?
I have more than one membership with Regional Australia Bank, how many votes do I have?
Is a member vote necessary?
To approve the merger, yes.
Both parties will hold a member vote via their Annual General Meeting (AGM). Regional Australia Bank's AGM is on 20 November 2025 and Summerland Bank’s AGM is on 19 November 2025.
What is the deadline for voting?
Proxy voting opens on 2 October 2025 and closes at 5pm on 18 November 2025.
If you’re voting in person (or online), you can do so at the AGM on 20 November 2025 at 6:00pm.
Who is eligible to vote?