Westpac is facing sharp criticism over its newly announced regional banking initiative, with a coalition of regional banks labelling the move a “tokenistic and cosmetic”.
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Posted inBusiness, Money, Moree
Westpac admits dropping the ball on regional customers
Westpac is promising to better support its regional bank brands after losing customers because of overpriced mortgage products for home owners.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Money, Moree
Westpac reopens its doors in Moree with new regional service centre
Moree has celebrated the return of face-to-face banking services this week, with Westpac officially opening its brand new Regional Service Centre at 84 Balo Street on Monday.
Posted inGeneral News
More regulation urged for banks ‘failing’ rural towns
An inquiry into rural bank closures has handed down its final report after a year of hearings and 610 written submissions. It recommends tougher regulation.
Posted inArmidale
Westpac Armidale moving in with St George
While many Westpac branches are closing, the Armidale branch has been spared from the chopping block, but will be moving in to ‘co-locate’ with St George.
Posted inBusiness, Moree
Westpac shuts up shop in Moree
Westpac has severed ties with Moree, closing its local branch after almost 150 years in business.