Rohan Lund: Co-operatives address the community’s needs

31 December 2024

“This has been another tough year for Australian families to navigate. I see communities struggling as rising prices continue to eat into family budgets, forcing some into difficult decisions between everyday necessities. It’s also been a year of polarisation, conflict and division that can make people feel isolated.”

“… In challenging times like these, people need to work together to get better outcomes, and this is where co-operatives and mutuals have an important role to play. Many mutuals and co-ops have been around for long enough to understand the value of Australian mateship and these businesses are built to bring people together.”

“… The world is changing and so is what matters to Australians. But as a mutual we will always have the freedom and responsibility to meet those evolving needs. It has never been more important for mutuals and co-ops to find ways to serve our members and the community. We are stronger together.”

Rohan Lund, Group CEO of the NRMA, in The Australian.