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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 accurate is your online home valuation?
Online house valuations can vary in accuracy according to a number of factors - Rednews has a look.
How do you know you’re ready to downsize in retirement?
Trading a big family home for a smaller house is a common retirement strategy - but when should you make that move?
Tips for planning the perfect multi-generational holiday
Unlock the secrets to a stress-free, multi-generational holiday - RedNews' Amy Hamilton-Chadwick looks at budgeting, location, and togetherness tips for unforgettable family memories across three generations.
How much is a New Zealand 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?