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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 WFH is changing our housing demands and physical activity
WFH households spent 7% more on housing for larger homes.
Opinion: New legislation will boost confidence in multi unit ownership
Many developers within our major metropolitan areas are now focusing on apartments
Shared equity scheme helps Kiwis struggling to save a deposit buy their first home
A new shared equity scheme has been unveiled by Kāinga Ora.
Inside the agriculture sector that's been business as usual during lockdowns
In the absence of tourism, agriculture is New Zealand’s largest industry.
Gold Card savings: 30 discounts seniors need to know - Updated 2023
REDnews has put together the top five picks of the deals available across six categories.
Student Volunteer Army supports vaccine rollout with 1,000 volunteers
The Student Volunteer Army was created after the 2010 Christchurch earthquake.
Are you owed unclaimed money? Here’s how to find out
You might be entitled to unclaimed money turned over to the Inland Revenue Department.
The Covid clauses you need to know when buying and selling property
Property offers and sale and purchase agreements must cater to the new normal we live in.
How businesses can protect payments through lockdown and beyond
Recent changes in Covid alert levels have highlighted that businesses need to be prepared.
Opinion: How will real estate fare in the lockdown?
Managing Director of Barfoot & Thompson, Peter Thompson, looks at the housing market in 2021.
Kiwis binge on downloaded shows and meal kits in lockdown
Westpac’s data on spending habits reveals what New Zealanders are buying.
12 Steps to resilience while living in lockdown
Dr Lucy Hone and Dr Denise Quinlan (pictured) reveal their steps to resilience.