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Appointments 30 Apr 2013

Cane joins St George

St George Bank has appointed Michael Cane as head of business banking in WA. Mr Cane is a WA resident and joins St George from the Westpac Group.

Opinion 26 Apr 2013

Leaner banks, fatter dividends

Fat dividends are the primary reason why Australia's big four banks have pushed most mining stocks out of the top 10 on the Australian Securities Exchange and, while investors might think bank shar

Government 12 Apr 2013

Overseas rates moves critical

The artificial currency, Bitcoin, won't trigger the next crash, but its mere existence is a sign of the problems facing financial markets.

Opinion 03 Apr 2013

Buckle up – growth to hit the skids

Westpac's latest national economic analysis tips a slowdown in growth, something for which it seems not many are prepared.

Special Reports 13 Mar 2013

Top talent

This year's candidates again proved what a wealth of talent we have in WA.

Special Reports 07 Nov 2012

Chinese bounce to lift commodity stocks

While most media attention seems focused on iron ore and the major operators, there's a number of smaller players offering plenty of potential across a range of minerals. Here's the WA Business News 10 mining stocks to watch.

Special Reports 26 Sep 2012

Tight finance changes the market

IF there is one subject that unifies people across the property sector it is concern with the lending policies of the banks, which have been criticised for being overly strict and not really unders

Special Reports 22 Aug 2012

Many Rivers trading up

DEMAND for microfinance and business support from Many Rivers Opportunities has grown to the point where it is gearing up to open five new offices across the state in the next year.

Cultural Industries 22 Jun 2012

CEO Sleepout at the WACA delivers big for homeless

The Western Australian CEO Sleepout has raised $700,000 and counting after a successful 2012 event which culminated in 106 CEOs staying at the WA Cricket Association ground last night.

Financial Services 02 Feb 2012

Westpac cuts 410 jobs, sends 150 to India

Westpac Banking Corporation is poised to axe more than 400 jobs and send another 150 offshore in the latest round of job cuts at the big banks.

05 Oct 2011

Westpac goes bush

WESTPAC says it is cashing in on opportunities provided by the resources boom, with the launch of two initiatives designed to expand its reach in regional areas.

Special Reports 16 Jun 2011

Upward trajectory for the majority of past winners

PAST winners of the Rising Stars award could never be accused of standing still.

10 Feb 2011

Social corporates eye value – survey

Corporate social responsibility is back in vogue after a slump in corporate community support thanks to the global financial cr

Financial Services 13 Nov 2008

Westpac, St George merger approved

A count of proxy votes cast by St George Bank shareholders has gone in favour of the bank's proposed merger with Westpac Banking Corp.

Government 05 Nov 2008

Westpac, NAB partially pass on rate cut

Westpac Banking Corporation has cut its standard variable home loan interest rate by 65 basis points, while the National Australia Bank has lowered its rate by 62 basis points.

Government 23 Jul 2008

Banking franchises find the right fit

The Bank of Queensland's aggressive push into Western Australia has highlighted a growing trend of franchising within the finance industry.

05 Dec 2006

Rusina Mining NL - 24/11/2006

Westpac Custodia Nominees Ltd became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 9,199,588 ordinary shares (5.54%).

10 Feb 2004

Mincor Resources Nl

Mincor Resources Nl 28/1/04 Westpac Banking Corporation ceased to be a substantial shareholder

25 Nov 2003

Mincor Resources Nl - 6/11/03

09 Sep 2003

GRD NL - 29-Aug-03

Westpac Banking Corporation increased its relevant interest from 10,904,323 ordinary shares (5.31%) to 13,115,281 ordinary shares (6.41%)

26 Aug 2003

GRD NL, 4-Aug-03

GRD NL 4-Aug-03

19 Aug 2003

GRD NL

4-Aug-03 Westpac Banking Corporation Ltd became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 10,904,323 ordinary shares (5.31%).

12 Aug 2003

Mincor Resources Nl

29-Jul-03 - Mincor Resources Nl

16 Jul 2002

Women’s spin on business

WESTPAC's launch in 2000 of a division aimed specifically at women was made in recognition of both women's growing role in business, and the special requirements women had of banks.

20 Jul 1999

Housing holds up WA economy

WA IS holding up well thanks largely to a healthy housing sector which saw another strong quarter of growth.

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