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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.
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EV interest surges as Middle East conflict hits Kiwi pockets
Interest in electric vehicles has surged as new research shows New Zealanders are worried about the financial effects of conflict in the Middle East.
Opinion: are long term changes ahead for the housing market?
A stable, active market, with prices increasing modestly over time, is in the best interests of all, writes Peter Thompson
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?
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
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.
OPINION: Auckland's City Rail Link could be "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”.
Helping teens be scam savvy
Westpac NZ has worked with Netsafe and NZ Police to educate teens about scams.
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?