The Latest Breaking News from Westpac

Is the 2024 budget inflationary? Warwick McKibbin and other economists say ‘yes’

Former RBA board member among experts who say Albanese government’s third budget is likely to at least delay next interest rate cut

The Guardian - AU · May 15, 2024

Australian shares dip ahead of US inflation data

The ASX200 has dipped 0.3 per cent as traders wait to see if US inflation has cooled.

AAP · May 14, 2024

Aussie shares rise on renewed hope for rate cuts

The ASX200 has finished up 0.7 per cent with gains led by property sector after a weak US jobs report renewed hopes for an earlier rate cut.

AAP · May 6, 2024

Our life-saving aerial services deserve a better deal from governments

Letters: 'They are the salt of our country.'

Newcastle Herald · Mar 22, 2024

Meet Westpac Helicopter Rescue's new CEO

'It's about serving and supporting the community.'

Newcastle Herald · Mar 22, 2024

Woman drowns despite surfers' desperate rescue attempt at Pebbly Beach

Two surfers dragged her onto their boards and performed CPR.

The Canberra Times · Mar 19, 2024

Australian shares gain ground after dovish RBA meeting

The ASX200 has finished up a third of a percentage point after the Reserve Bank moved to a more neutral stance on interest rates, dropping its tightening bias.

AAP · Mar 19, 2024

Repacholi blasts 'Sydney fat cats' over bank closure in double-barrel spray

The region has been rocked by two branch closures.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 18, 2024

Westpac Cuts 132 Jobs Across Divisions

Westpac's job cuts highlight challenges in banking sector amid industry transformations and cost-cutting measures.

Top News · Feb 29, 2024

Dozens of Australian businesses have gender pay gaps above 50%, landmark data reveals

Data showing nearly two-thirds of workplaces have a pay gap that favours men is being published in the hopes of ending disparity

The Guardian - AU · Feb 26, 2024