Westpac
- Reductions of interest rates on various products for businesses and home owners coming into effect at various dates at the end of March to start of April
- Continuing its hardship assistance program.
- Deferral of business loan repayments for up to 6 months on a case-by-case basis
- Special 12 month term deposit of 1.7% p.a. to provide customers a higher return on their savings, an increase of 0.7% (up to $500,000 per customer). For Australians aged 65 years and over the rate will be 2% p.a. for eight months (up to $500,000 per customer). Effective Friday 27 March 2020.
As the situation is evolving fast, we recommend that you access your bank’s website directly for the most up to date information.
Westpac media release 20 March
Westpac COVID-19 Small Business Relief
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