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Four tricks you need to know to save iPhone battery
If you're running dozens of apps, here are some tricks you need to learn to save battery.
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Low interest rates more influential on house prices than supply or migration
House prices are still set to boom in 2021.
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Supporting rangatahi on a scientific voyage to the remote Kermadec Islands
Luke O'Brien, a Commercial Analyst at Westpac, was chosen to join the expedition
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How GameStop laid bare the risks of day trading and investment-by-social media
The underperforming game company had been shorted.
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Winners of iSPORT school ball giveaway
Forty-two schools will each receive 25 sports balls courtesy of Westpac and iSPORT.
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More than half of summer drownings have been in fresh water - Why rivers and lakes are so dangerous
Sixteen preventable drownings* this summer.
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How to decide on a property manager for your rental
As a property investor you have two options - manage your own rental or hire a manager.
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Government commits itself to early action on housing
Housing will never be far from being in the headlines, says Peter Thompson.
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How to plan a wedding for less than $10k
REDnews spoke to three couples who kept their costs down while creating their special day.
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Queenstown retailer turns to Chinese eCommerce after losing international tourism market
Queenstown clothing retailer BONZ lost 95% of its customer base when borders closed.
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What should you charge friends and family to rent your bach?
Expert recommends always maintaining 80% of market rental rate.
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Westpac offers bank accounts to help newly-released prisoners re-integrate into society
They will also receive a valid ID.