ChristchurchPerson seriously injured in farm incident 'involving a horse'The person was flown to Christchurch Hospital by Westpac Rescue Helicopter. 01 Sep 12:11 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWestpac NZ boss Catherine McGrath on the burden of banking and why big profits aren’t necessarily a bad thing - Money TalksWestpac's Catherine McGrath on career choices, the importance of banking and big profit. 29 Aug 05:00 PM
BusinessMajor bank lowers fixed lending rates to match other lenders after OCR cutThe bank has cut all its fixed rates.28 Aug 08:29 PM
BusinessMoney Talks: ‘Deeply uncomfortable’ - Westpac CEO on $2.4m salary made publicListen: 'I recognise that I get paid a lot of money,' Catherine McGrath says.27 Aug 05:00 PM
BusinessWill NZ or Australia be the economic winner in years to come?Australia's unemployment rate remains low, while New Zealand's is above average.26 Aug 10:17 PM
BusinessMajor bank lowers fixed lending rates after OCR cutAlmost all fixed mortgage lending terms have been cut this morning, the bank says.25 Aug 07:45 PM
BusinessComCom takes Westpac to task over loan and interest rate information breachesWestpac says it self-reported the historical issue and has admitted breaches.24 Aug 10:22 PM
BusinessBNZ latest lender to lower variable rates after OCR cutMajor banks have dropped their fixed and floating lending rates in the past 24 hours.20 Aug 09:58 PM
Interest ratesBanks start dropping mortgage, savings rates after OCR cutThe Reserve Bank today cut the Official Cash Rate from 3.25% to 3%, suggested more on way.20 Aug 07:05 AM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateInterest rate cut a shoo-in, but how much lower will the OCR go? Economists are divided over the inflation outlook.17 Aug 07:00 PM
BusinessRate-cutting merry-go-round: More banks cut mortgage ratesKiwibank and Westpac are the latest to match rivals in lowering their home loan rates.13 Aug 10:24 PM
BusinessNew Zealand's economic outlook strained by US tariff uncertaintyA Westpac report says NZ's economy is expected to strengthen over the coming quarters.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandInjured mountain biker airlifted from SummerhillA rescue helicopter attended a mountain biking injury at Summerhill Mountain Biking Trails in Bay of Plenty. Video / Rodney AlbertynWatch10 Aug 06:20 AM
CrimeHow a CFO labelled a 'money mule' in $400k laundering case had his convictions overturnedThe Court of Appeal has quashed Alan Jones' convictions and home detention sentence. 25 Jul 10:00 PM
Banking and financeWestpac warns of multimillion-dollar 'subscription trap'The bank blocked $25m in recurring subscription charges.22 Jul 11:24 PM
Banking and financeCommerce Commission dismisses farmers' complaint against banksCompetition watchdog says Net-Zero Banking Alliance isn't anti-competitive. 21 Jul 04:29 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Labour’s chance to distance itself from Te Pāti MāoriOPINION: Labour doesn’t only need to win Tāmaki Makaurau but must be brutal in doing so.17 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Firepower to help': Small business lender raises $200m capital for new loans The funds will support financing in sectors like construction and healthcare.14 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandMan rescued after night in car wreck on Great Barrier IslandA motorist was winched to safety by a rescue helicopter hours after being trapped when his car plunged 15m down a bank on Great Barrier Island.Watch10 Jul 03:21 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesNZ’s largest taxpayers revealed - does big business play fair?Thirteen companies each pay more than $100m in annual income taxes.01 Jul 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceBig Reserve Bank scheme to protect Kiwis' savings launchingWill scheme change the way people manage their money?29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandScammer who refused to name co-offenders may inherit share of $337k theft - judgeThe judge threw out the appeal, ruling his prison sentence 'could well have been higher'. 24 Jun 08:48 PM
New ZealandWestpac Chopper Appeal: Help keep the chopper flyingWestpac Chopper Appeal: Help keep the chopper flying Donate now to the Westpac Chopper Appeal to save lives across NZ.Watch24 Jun 08:06 PM
BusinessHouse prices to be 20% lower in real terms by mid-2030s - forecastHouse prices will be 20% lower in real terms by the mid-2030s than in 2021.18 Jun 08:42 PM
BusinessMajor bank cuts rates for second time in three weeksBNZ and Westpac now have the lowest six-month and one-year rates on the market.17 Jun 09:01 PM
New Zealand'Priority location': Govt announces 189 new homes for Rotorua'We’re backing community-led solutions to address the need here,' Minister says.16 Jun 09:57 PM
BusinessMajor banks halt over-counter deposits into others' accountsANZ stopped accepting deposits into others' accounts last year.15 Jun 07:37 PM
Interest ratesFinal big bank drops home loan rates after OCR cutWestpac announced changes to its six-month and one-year rates today.12 Jun 05:52 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland businessman sacked from Beca, warned to expect jail sentence for role in $2m scamThe South African costings professional had been earning $200k a year plus bonuses.11 Jun 05:00 PM
Interest ratesAnother major bank cuts mortgage and deposit rates in NZBut it isn't matching other banks which are offering 4.89% over 18 months.08 Jun 11:21 PM
TechnologyTech Insider: Wellington man gets shock $16k bill after using a Google AI-ready toolPLUS: Some good news for fintechs in the open banking war.04 Jun 07:04 AM
New ZealandCritical Westpac rescue mission at Musick PointAt around 3:50pm this afternoon, Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter was tasked to assist a patient who had fallen of some rocks at Musick Point, Bucklands Beach. Video / ARHTWatch02 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandFinders keepers? Woman who received $158k in transfer error charged with theftThe woman could face up to seven years in prison if convicted.26 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandThree rescued after boat capsizes off Raglan coastThree men in moderate to minor conditions were extracted by winch. Video / Auckland Rescue Helicopter TrustWatch25 May 08:02 AM
