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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.
OPINION: Let’s put house price declines in perspective
When it comes to evaluating just what is happening to house prices, a case can be made for being cautious about accepting current headlines claiming prices are in freefall, that…
The rise of plant-based milks
Whether it’s for health, for animal welfare, for sustainability, or simply for the taste, consumers across the world are increasingly turning to milk alternatives.
5 non-alcoholic drinks to help you cool down this summer
Summer heat means cool drinks long into the evening – but you don’t always want to have a beer or a glass of wine.
The REDnews 10-step guide to Christmas on a budget
A time of joy and celebration, Christmas can sometimes be financially taxing – especially if you’re on a budget.
Gift ideas for your Secret Santa
Christmas is right around the corner and people are lining up at stores to find the perfect gifts for their friends and family.
NZ needs to grow renewable energy sector, but barriers remain
Late next year, New Zealand’s electricity grid will draw down its first power from a large-scale solar power station, as Lodestone Energy switches on the new installation near Kaitaia.
How easy is it to employ a worker from overseas?
With unemployment at record lows, and businesses crying out for talent, New Zealand’s economy is being constrained by a lack of skilled labour.
Opinion: Will The Human Factor Trip Up Reserve Bank’s Housing Forecast?
The Reserve Bank’s most recent Economic Statement in relation to future house prices sees them continuing to decline through to 2024 and finally settling at 19% below the level of…
All about BEC: the simple scam that could cost your company millions
One compromised email is all a scammer could need to potentially cost your company millions.
Fears as scammers transition to in-person fraud
A worrying new trend has seen online scammers transitioning to in-person fraud, in some cases turning up at victims’ homes.
New partnership will improve NZ’s waterways
Six community groups will receive $10,000 grants to improve waterways across the country.
Te Waiu O Aotearoa Trust Scholarships: A small change in the right direction
With the 2023 Te Waiu O Aotearoa Trust Scholarships application now open, REDnews spoke with 2017 scholarship awardee, Johannah Kātene-Burge about her academic journey, challenges, and achievements.