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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.
An iwi collective's sustainability journey
Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective is investing in the sustainable future of its people, land and businesses, with support from Westpac NZ.
Helping teens be scam savvy
Westpac NZ has worked with Netsafe and NZ Police to educate teens about scams.
Supporting Rotorua whānau into homes
A new housing development on whenua Māori in Rotorua will provide 93 mixed tenure homes.
OPINION: Housing off political radar
OPINION: The 2025 Budget barely makes mention of residential housing, which suggest that as a political issue it has fallen off the radar of decision makers.
Good timing for first home buyers
A new Cotality-Westpac NZ First Home Buyers report suggests that while it’s still challenging for Kiwis to get a foot on the property ladder, current market conditions are promising.
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?
The future of Open Banking in New Zealand: Insights from an Open Banking innovator
The data side of Open Banking is where we’ll see the biggest strides forward, says Wych's Dermot Butterfield.
OPINION: Housing revival has arrived
Barfoot and Thompson have sold 630 homes under $750k in Auckland already this year - an indicator of a healthy and varied housing market, says Peter Thompson.
New "basic" bank account improves financial inclusion
New basic bank account will be a transactional account with simplified onboarding and adjustable settings.
OPINION: Belief in housing market growth well founded
Numbers of house sales have risen, heralding a shift in the market, writes Barfoot and Thompson's Peter Thompson.
How much should you offer for that house?
You’ve found a house you like, you’re ready to put in an offer, but how can you work out the right amount to offer?