Find a branch
Contact
Help
REDnews.
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.
Invoice fraud: How to avoid email scams
Watch out for grammar and language and double check account numbers.
Adult gap year: How to finance a career break
An ‘adult gap year’ for professionals is do-able if planned well.
Airbnb Luxe launches with 13 Kiwi mansions listed
Some of the homes in the South Island cost up to $18,696 NZD per night.
Tips for cooking healthy family meals under $10
Budgeting, recipe literacy and numeracy skills all help lower household food costs.
The business that hires disabled workers and pays minimum wage
The Cookie Project pays $17. 70 per hour.
Pros and cons of investing in commercial property
We spoke to a specialist who has sold commercial property in Auckland for over 40 years.
Coin use is down but are Kiwis storing large cash notes?
One and two-dollar-coins are declining but circulation of big notes continues to rise.
Pet insurance: the most cost-effective cats and dogs
The average cost of owning a dog is currently estimated to be around $1,686 per year.
Tips from an expert to make your CV standout
"It should be streamlined, classy, understated and easy to read," says a professional resume writer.
Cash, credit or travel card? Tips for spending abroad
The variables come down to changing exchange rates, foreign transaction fees and security.
How to be baby-savvy: 10 ways to save money with a new-born
The new addition of a baby to your family can cost anywhere from $8,000 to $16,000 per year.