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Welcome to REDnews, Westpac New Zealand's source for insights, opinions and helpful stories on topics such as property, business, personal finance and community initiatives.
OPINION: Auckland's Central Rail Link could be a "game changer" for housing
For Auckland housing, the CRL could be as impactful as the Harbour Bridge and the motorway network, writes Peter Thompson
Taking action on "subscription traps"
“Subscription traps” are when websites sell real goods but entice customers to authorise misleading recurring payments on their cards as well
“Owning our own home is a gift”
For Kataraina Davis and CJ Gilbert, owning their own home means "a gift that’s passed down from generation to generation”.
Too low? Too high? How to challenge your new CV
You may think your house's latest council valuation is not enough or a bit steep - here's how to challenge it
OPINION: Getting a feel for your house’s sales value
Barfoot and Thompson's Peter Thompson looks at some of the issues raised by the latest Auckland Council CVs
An iwi collective's sustainability journey
Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective is investing in the sustainable future of its people, land and businesses, with support from Westpac NZ.
Helping teens be scam savvy
Westpac NZ has worked with Netsafe and NZ Police to educate teens about scams.
Supporting Rotorua whānau into homes
A new housing development on whenua Māori in Rotorua will provide 93 mixed tenure homes.
OPINION: Housing off political radar
OPINION: The 2025 Budget barely makes mention of residential housing, which suggest that as a political issue it has fallen off the radar of decision makers.
Good timing for first home buyers
A new Cotality-Westpac NZ First Home Buyers report suggests that while it’s still challenging for Kiwis to get a foot on the property ladder, current market conditions are promising.
Could you retire on a cruise ship?
Retiring on a cruise ship sounds great, but is it financially viable?
Banking takes to the road
How do you make sure people in widespread communities can easily access banking services? Westpac NZ has come up with an innovative solution – bring the bank to the people.