In 1861, Westpac opened its doors in New Zealand as the Bank of New South Wales, bringing modern banking to a young nation still finding its feet. Over more than 160 years, the bank grew alongside the country, evolving from colonial origins into one of New Zealand's largest financial institutions. Today, Westpac NZ serves around 1.5 million customers through 196 branches and 500 ATMs nationwide, employing 5,000 people who share a common purpose: creating better futures together.
What makes Westpac distinctly New Zealand is how deeply embedded it is in the fabric of local communities - from supporting farmers through agribusiness banking to helping first-home buyers achieve their dreams. As the country's first bank to become an accredited Living Wage employer, Westpac recognizes that its strength comes from the prosperity of the people it serves. Whether through digital innovation like the Westpac One mobile app or face-to-face relationships in branches from Auckland to Invercargill, Westpac remains committed to being there for all New Zealanders, whatever tomorrow brings.