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The RBA Surcharge Ban Starts 1 October 2026: What Australian Businesses Need to Do
From 1 October 2026, Australian businesses can no longer surcharge customers on EFTPOS, Visa, or Mastercard. Here's what changes, who's affected, and the practical steps merchants should take now.
11 min read · 14 May 2026
How to Compare Payment Providers in Australia: A 7-Step Guide for 2026
A practical seven-step framework for picking the right payment provider for your business, from working out your real card volume to reading the contract before you sign.
11 min read · 11 May 2026
Merchant Fees in Australia: A Plain-English Guide for Small Businesses
What you actually pay every time a customer taps a card, broken into interchange, scheme fees, and acquirer margin. With real Australian rates, the May 2026 interchange caps, and how to read your statement.
12 min read · 07 May 2026