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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.
How much is a Christmas tree in 2025?
What do you do for your Christmas tree? Real or artificial? Potted or cut? Buy or rent?
OPINION: House price hiatus due to end
Peter Thompson says the residential property market is on the verge of prices increasing
iSport 'Nominate a teacher' winners
We asked for nominations of inspirational physical education teachers. Here they are:
Farmers should take their time making financial decisions
Westpac NZ Head of Agribusiness Richard Anderson shares his thoughts on what Fonterra shareholders should be considering before committing their payout.
Extra for experts: Idea to Income – Starting a Business
The Q and A following our Westpac Smarts webinar: Idea to Income – Starting a Business was so good we've decided to share it here on REDnews
OPINION: Yet again, residential rents rise less than inflation
Renting has grown more and more attractive over the past five years, writes Barfoot and Thompson's Peter Thompson.
What's the best living option for retirement?
REDnews explores the pros and cons of different living options, from staying in your own home to downsizing, renting and retirement villages.
Solar power delivers resilience for branches
Westpac NZ has recently completed installation of solar panels and electrical storage systems in four branches in Gisborne, Napier, Rotorua and Papatoetoe.
Is this the perfect time to buy a business?
With baby boomers retiring in huge numbers, AI on the rise, and the economic cycle readying for its next growth phase, is this the perfect time to buy a business?
5 great value areas for NZ home buyers
Parts of New Zealand look like particularly good buying right now - and those regions might not be where you expect.
OPINION: While Auckland house prices remain in check, sales are increasing
Peter Thompson says the Auckland house market is quite healthy with Barfoot and Thompson selling 900 homes a month - their highest in three years
