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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.
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OPINION: Uncertainty dominates housing market
Managing Director of Barfoot & Thompson, Peter Thompson, gives his opinion on the market.
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Te Waiu o Aotearoa Trust Scholarships Announced
Four Māori tertiary business uni students have each received a grant.
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Inside the first ever event ticketing platform that donates 100% of its profits to charity
Inside the social enterprise.
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Top five places to live in New Zealand for remote workers
REDnews investigated five locations around Aotearoa.
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Five ways to cool your home in summer
REDnews delved into the world of cooling to outline options for comfortable living.
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Swimmer, 17, completes Lake Taupo double crossing to fundraise for Westpac Rescue Helicopter
Third person ever to cross.
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OPINION: Rental property management comes under Government spotlight
Diving into property management.
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What the median house value really buys you
REDnews has taken a deep dive into the figures for property type and number of rooms.
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The dos and don'ts of teaching kids about money
We teach our kids reading, writing and maths, but what about money skills?
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Helping released prisoners reintegrate with 'New Start' bank accounts
The New Start scheme is the first of its kind in New Zealand.
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Woman of Influence Bronwyn Hayward looks to youth as climate leaders
Professor Hayward won the Women of Influence Supreme Award.
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Leaving an abusive relationship: Making it easy to set up a bank account
Westpac has an Extra Care Team of specialists who help vulnerable customers.