Multiple Australian outlets publish guidance on whether a spouse can continue using a person’s credit card after they die. The articles note that banking and credit arrangements typically change when a cardholder passes away, and access to accounts is generally affected by the death notification process and the legal status of the deceased’s finances. They also highlight that, as people get older, it can become harder to obtain new credit or make changes to credit arrangements through a bank, which may affect whether a spouse can immediately replace or take over credit access. The pieces advise readers to review their existing financial arrangements while they still can, rather than waiting until after a death occurs. Overall, the guidance focuses on practical steps to manage credit access in advance and encourages readers to confirm the rules that apply to their specific accounts with their financial institution.