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As ATMs and bank branches close, Australia is moving towards becoming a cashless society. Businesses like KFC, Krispy Kreme, and Nando's have already stopped accepting cash, and even Macquarie Bank is phasing out cash transactions. Economist Richard Holden predicts that within five years, Australia will be functionally cashless. However, there are concerns about the impact on older Australians and those in areas with limited internet access. Sweden, the first nation to introduce banknotes, is also on the path to eliminating them, but faced backlash due to difficulties in paying for essential goods. Lobby group Cash Welcome warns that Australia should learn from Sweden's experience. Despite the shift towards digital payments, Australians still withdraw $8 billion in cash each month.