Australia's debit payments network — eftpos — announced that eftpos-only cardholders from six Cuscal-sponsored financial institutions can now use Apple Pay, according to a press release.

The Cuscal-sponsored financial institutions include CUA, FCCS, Nexus Mutual, People's Choice Credit Union, SCU More Generous Banking and Woolworths Employees Credit Union. 

"Today marks another significant milestone for eftpos as we enable more consumers with an iPhone or Apple Watch to choose eftpos to make a transaction from their CHQ or SAV account," Paul Jennings, eftpos' acting CEO, said in the press release. "As Australia's most used debit card network, we are thrilled to provide consumers from these participating financial institutions with more payment choice, with added benefits of enhanced security and convenience."