July 30, 2025
Any fears that the National Australia Bank’s branch in Kingaroy is closed permanently have been allayed by the company.
Earlier this month, signs appeared on the windows of the Kingaroy Street bank saying it would close temporarily on July 30 and reopen in October.
Some residents suggested it would never reopen however a bank spokesperson told southburnett.com.au on Wednesday the company was actually spending $2.6 million on a refurbishment of the branch.
The aim of the upgrade was to create a “more welcoming and practical space” for customers.
In the meantime, NAB has set up a “Bank In A Box” further down Kingaroy Street (in the paddock beside the Broadway Hotel, opposite the RSL Club) to help keep things running smoothly for the bank’s customers.
The mobile banking hub, which weighs about eight tonnes, includes a private meeting space for customer conversations, smart ATMs for cash withdrawals and deposits and full access to NAB’s digital banking tools via iPads.
When the main branch reopens – scheduled for Friday, October 10 – it will have an open-plan layout, new technology to support digital banking and self-service, improved accessibility and an energy-efficient design.
“We’re excited to be investing in the Kingaroy community and creating a new, modern branch to help locals with everything from everyday banking to big life moments like buying a home,” NAB Kingaroy branch manager Brody Finlay said.
“While the multi-million dollar upgrade is under way, our customers will still see the familiar faces of our Kingaroy team at the ‘Bank in a Box’.
“We can’t wait for everyone to come in and say g’day.”
The ‘Bank in a Box’ will be in operation from Friday (August 1) through to Thursday, October 9.
