NAB has officially opened the doors to its new banking hub in Wangaratta, following a $2.6 million investment in the branch.

More than $300 million has been invested into NAB branch transformations in the past five years.

NAB business banking executive Goulburn Valley, Dave Davies, said the opening of the new-look hub signalled the next chapter in the bank’s long history in the town and its ongoing confidence in the region.

“NAB’s history in Wangaratta dates back 137 years to when National Bank of Australasia opened the Wangaratta branch in February 1887,” Mr Davies said.

“While banking has changed significantly over this time, what has remained constant is our commitment to serving customers well.

“In addition to the new-look design and open plan layout, customers can now experience a new self-service digital bar, business express deposit and change machines, Smart ATM and new meeting spaces, as well as the same friendly faces and services they are familiar with.

“The space has been purpose-built to support both our personal and business customers, with a talented team of experts ready to help customers in the one convenient location.

“Like many businesses, NAB has seen the use of digital channels growing rapidly in popularity in recent years.

“More and more customers are using digital banking services to carry out their day-to-day banking at a time and location that is convenient for them.

Mr Davies said the new banking hub was designed to meet the needs of every customer.

“We are adapting so we can continue to serve customers well however they choose to interact with us – whether that’s online, on the phone, or in-person,” Mr Davies said.

“We’re proud to be part of the Wangaratta community and we will continue to back local customers and businesses so they can grow, as well as support new ideas.”