- Bankers’ Association chief Kirk Hope says there are few times when a bank can legally divulge your information: “You’ve got compulsion by law, a public duty to divulge the information, or where a bank has to disclose information to protect its own interests, for example in a court case. Or where the customer agrees to... Read more »
- New Zealand Bankers’ Association chief executive Kirk Hope said: “The Australian courts have so far ruled that none of the fees targeted by the action are unreasonable. For bank customers these fees are also avoidable”.
- The New Zealand Bankers’ Association today welcomed Russell McVeagh as its latest affiliate member. “We are very pleased to have Russell McVeagh, one of New Zealand’s leading commercial firms, join us as an affiliate member,” said New Zealand Bankers’ Association Chief Executive Kirk Hope. “This move demonstrates Russell McVeagh’s commitment to the banking industry in... Read more »
- Incoming NZBA chair Anthony Healy said, “Our banks are rated as the most sound in the world and we look forward to a productive year with the Association and its members, and continuing meaningful engagement with stakeholders.”
- Bank of New Zealand chief executive Anthony Healy has been elected chair of the New Zealand Bankers’ Association for 2015/16 and takes on the role today. ANZ chief executive David Hisco was elected deputy chair. “I am delighted to take the role of Chair on behalf of BNZ. The Association is integral to maintaining the... Read more »
- The New Zealand Bankers’ Association announced today that Buddle Findlay has joined the Association as an affiliate member. “We are delighted to welcome on board leading law firm Buddle Findlay,” said New Zealand Bankers’ Association Chief Executive Kirk Hope. “Joining NZBA as an affiliate member signals Buddle Findlay’s commitment to the New Zealand banking industry.... Read more »
- NZ Bankers Association chief executive Kirk Hope said: “The Canstar report demonstrates the high level of competition … and the importance of consumers doing their research, and talking to their bank to ensure they get the best possible deal.”
- MasterCard New Zealand today became the New Zealand Bankers’ Association’s first affiliate member. “We are delighted to welcome MasterCard as our first affiliate member,” said New Zealand Bankers’ Association Chief Executive Kirk Hope. “Until recently our membership was limited to banks registered under the Reserve Bank of New Zealand Act 1989. The new affiliate membership... Read more »
