WBC - NZ Banking Group Disclosure Statement - 30 Sep 2024
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Westpac Banking Corporation – New Zealand Banking Group Disclosure
Statement
Westpac Banking Corporation (“Westpac”) today provides the attached Westpac New
Zealand Banking Group Disclosure Statement for the year ended 30 September 2024.
For further information:
Hayden Cooper Justin McCarthy
Group Head of Media Relations General Manager, Investor Relations
0402 393 619 0422 800 321
This document has been authorised for release by Tim Hartin, Company Secretary.
Level 18, 275 Kent Street
Sydney, NSW, 2000
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Directors' and the Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch's statement
5
Financial statements
Income statement6Note 16 Intangible assets37
Statement of comprehensive income6Note 17 Deposits and other borrowings
38
Balance sheet7Note 18 Other financial liabilities39
Statement of changes in equity8Note 19 Debt issues40
Statement of cash flows9Note 20 Provisions41
Note 1 Financial statements preparation 10Note 21 Loan capital42
Note 2 Net interest income13Note 22 Shareholders' equity44
Note 3 Non-interest income 14Note 23 Related entities46
Note 4 Operating expenses15Note 24 Derivative financial instruments50
Note 5 Auditor’s remuneration16Note 25 Fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities56
Note 6 Impairment charges/(benefits)16Note 26 Offsetting financial assets and financial liabilities61
Note 7 Income tax expense17
Note 27 Credit related commitments, contingent assets and
contingent liabilities
62
Note 8 Imputation credit account18
Note 9 Trading securities and financial assets measured at
FVIS
18
Note 28 Segment reporting
64
Note 29 Securitisation, covered bonds and other
transferred assets
66
Note 10 Investment securities18
Note 11 Loans19Note 30 Structured entities67
Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses20Note 31 Capital management 69
Note 13 Credit risk management28
Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and
market risk
71
Note 14 Other financial assets35
Note 15 Deferred tax assets36Note 33 Notes to the statement of cash flows81
Registered bank disclosures
i. General information 82
v. Insurance, securitisation, funds management, other
fiduciary activities, and marketing and distribution of
insurance products
94ii. Additional financial disclosures88
iii. Asset quality90
iv. Credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy92vi. Risk management policies95
Conditions of registration
98
Independent auditor’s report
100
Independent assurance report
107
Contents
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group3
Certain information contained in this Disclosure Statement is required by the Registered Bank Disclosure Statements (Overseas Incorporated
Registered Banks) Order 2014 (as amended) (‘Order’).
In this Disclosure Statement, reference is made to five main reporting groups:
-Overseas Bank - refers to Westpac Banking Corporation;
-Overseas Banking Group - refers to the Overseas Bank and all other entities included in the Overseas Bank's group for the purposes of
public reporting of the group financial statements in Australia;
-NZ Branch - refers to the New Zealand business (as defined in the Order) of the Overseas Bank;
-Westpac New Zealand - refers to Westpac New Zealand Limited; and
-NZ Banking Group - refers to the financial reporting group (as defined in the Order) of the Overseas Bank. Controlled entities of the NZ
Banking Group as at 30 September 2024 are set out in Note 23 Related entities;
Words and phrases not defined in this Disclosure Statement, but defined by the Order, have the meaning given by the Order when used in this
Disclosure Statement.
The Disclosure Statement also uses the following terms as defined below.
ADI
Authorised deposit-taking institution
GDP
Gross domestic product
ALCO
Asset and Liability Committee
Group
BRiskC
Overseas Bank's Board Risk Committee
ALM
Asset and liability risk management
ANZSIC
Australian and New Zealand Standard Industrial
Classification
GST
Goods and services tax
IAP
Individually assessed provisions
APRA
Australian Prudential Regulation Authority
IRRBB
Interest rate risk in the banking book
AT1
Additional Tier 1 capital
LGD
Loss given default
AUSTRAC
Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis
Centre
LVR
Loan-to-value ratio
MARCO
Market Risk Committee
BKBM
Bank bill benchmark rate
Moody's
Moody's Investors Services
Board
Board of Directors
NaR
Net interest income-at-risk
BPR
Banking Prudential Requirement
NCI
Non-controlling interests
BPS Act
Banking (Prudential Supervision) Act 1989
NII
Net interest income
BRCC
Board Risk and Compliance Committee
NZ IAS
New Zealand equivalent to international
Accounting Standards
BS13
Reserve Bank document 'Liquidity Policy'
CAP
Collectively assessed provisions
NZ IFRS
New Zealand equivalents to International Financial
Reporting Standards
CCCFA
Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act 2003
CGU
Cash generating unit
OCI
Other comprehensive income
CRG
Customer risk grade
PD
Probability of default
EAD
Exposure at default
PIE
Portfolio investment entities
ECL
Expected credit losses
PPS
Perpetual preference shares
ELE
Extended licensed entity
Reserve
Bank
Reserve Bank of New Zealand
ESG
Environmental, social and governance
FCS
Financial Claims Scheme
RISKCO
Executive Risk Committee
Financial
statements
Consolidated financial statements
RMBS
Residential mortgage-backed securities
RWA/RWE
Risk weighted assets / risk weighted exposures
FM
Financial Markets
S&P
S&P Global Ratings
Fitch
Fitch Ratings
SME
Small and medium-sized enterprises
FVIS
Fair value through income statement
SPPI
Solely payments of principal and interest
FVOCI
Fair value through other comprehensive income
VaR
Value-at-Risk
FX
Foreign exchange
XRB
External Reporting Board
Glossary of terms
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Each Director of the Overseas Bank and the Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch, believes, after due enquiry, that, as at the date on which this
Disclosure Statement is signed, the Disclosure Statement:
(a)contains all the information that is required by the Order; and
(b)is not false or misleading.
Each Director of the Overseas Bank and the Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch, believes, after due enquiry, that, over the year ended 30
September 2024:
(a)the Overseas Bank has complied in all material respects with each condition of registration that applied during that period; and
(b)the NZ Branch and other members of the NZ Banking Group had systems in place to monitor and control adequately the material risks of
relevant members of the NZ Banking Group, including credit risk, concentration of credit risk, interest rate risk, currency risk, equity risk,
liquidity risk and other business risks, and that those systems were being properly applied. For this purpose, a relevant member of the NZ
Banking Group means a member of the NZ Banking Group that is not a member of Westpac New Zealand's banking group, as defined in
Westpac New Zealand's Disclosure Statement for the year ended 30 September 2024. Refer to Note vi. Risk management policies - Risk
management frameworks on page 95 of this Disclosure Statement for further detail regarding the entities which had systems in place to
monitor and control the material risks of relevant members of the NZ Banking Group.
The Disclosure Statement has been signed on behalf of all of the Directors by Catherine McGrath, Chief Executive Officer, Westpac New Zealand,
and by Christopher Leuschke as Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch.
Catherine McGrath
Christopher Leuschke
Dated this 7th day of November 2024
Directors' and the Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch's Statement
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group5
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions
Note
2024
2023
Interest income:
Calculated using the effective interest method2
7,521
6,278
Other2
272
218
Total interest income
2
7,793
6,496
Interest expense2
(4,864)
(3,658)
Net interest income2,929
2,838
Non-interest income
Net fees and commissions3
201
197
Net wealth management3
43
37
Trading3
20
57
Other3
-
7
Total non-interest income264
298
Net operating income3,193
3,136
Operating expenses4
(1,427)
(1,353)
Impairment (charges)/benefits6
(27)
(135)
Profit before income tax expense1,739
1,648
Income tax expense7
(486)
(464)
Profit after income tax expense1,253
1,184
The above income statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
Statement of comprehensive income for the year ended 30 September 2024
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Profit after income tax expense1,253
1,184
Other comprehensive income
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss
Gains/(losses) recognised in equity on:
Investment securities
239
(3)
Cash flow hedging instruments
(398)
(102)
Transferred to income statement:
Cash flow hedging instruments
(60)
44
Income tax on items taken to or transferred from equity:
Investment securities
(67)
1
Cash flow hedging instruments
128
16
Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss
Remeasurement of defined benefit obligation recognised in equity (net of tax)
(1)
4
Net other comprehensive income/(expense) for the year (net of tax)
(159)
(40)
Total comprehensive income for the year
1,094
1,144
The above statement of comprehensive income should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
Income statement for the year ended 30 September 2024
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NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions
Note
2024
2023
Assets
Cash and balances with central banks33
7,553
9,325
Collateral paid
244
62
Trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS9
5,723
5,007
Derivative financial instruments 24
3,643
5,494
Investment securities10
7,535
6,651
Loans11,12
102,463
99,711
Other financial assets14
1,117
469
Due from related entities23
3,429
4,488
Property and equipment
449
396
Deferred tax assets15
198
88
Intangible assets16
987
982
Other assets
160
125
Total assets 133,501
132,798
Liabilities
Collateral received
198
614
Deposits and other borrowings17
81,539
82,196
Other financial liabilities18
5,435
7,222
Derivative financial instruments24
5,932
4,858
Due to related entities23
3,237
4,666
Debt issues19
21,619
18,597
Current tax liabilities
160
184
Provisions20
228
249
Other liabilities
366
332
Loan capital21
3,093
3,051
Total liabilities 121,807
121,969
Net assets 11,694
10,829
Head office account
Branch capital22
1,300
1,300
Retained profits
1,598
1,472
Total head office account 2,898
2,772
NZ Banking Group equity
Share capital22
6,045
6,045
Reserves22
(64)
94
Retained profits
2,446
1,918
Total NZ Banking Group equity 8,427
8,057
Total equity attributable to owners of the NZ Banking Group 11,325
10,829
Non-controlling interests22
369
-
Total shareholders' equity and non-controlling interests 11,694
10,829
The above balance sheet should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
Signed on behalf of the Board of Directors.
Director Director
7 November 2024 7 November 2024
Balance sheet as at 30 September 2024
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group7
NZ BANKING GROUP
NZ Branch
Head Office Account
Other Members of
the NZ Banking Group
Total equity
attributable
to the
owners of the
NZ Banking
Group
NCI
(Note 22)
Total
shareholders'
equity and
NCI$ millions
Branch
Capital
(Note 22)
Retained
Profits
Share
Capital
(Note 22)
Reserves
(Note 22)
Retained
Profits
As at 30 September 2022
1,300 1,324 6,045 138 1,497 10,304 - 10,304
Year ended 30 September 2023
Profit after income tax expense- 148 - - 1,036 1,184 - 1,184
Net gains/(losses) from changes in fair value- - - (105) - (105) - (105)
Income tax effect- - - 30 - 30 - 30
Transferred to income statement- - - 44 - 44 - 44
Income tax effect- - - (13) - (13) - (13)
Remeasurement of defined benefit obligations- - - - 6 6 - 6
Income tax effect- - - - (2) (2) - (2)
Total comprehensive income/(expense)
for the year ended 30 September 2023
- 148 - (44) 1,040 1,144 - 1,144
Transactions with equity holders:
Dividends paid on ordinary shares- - - - (619) (619) - (619)
As at 30 September 2023
1,300 1,472 6,045 94 1,918 10,829 - 10,829
Year ended 30 September 2024
Profit after income tax expense
- 126 - - 1,127 1,253 - 1,253
Net gains/(losses) from changes in fair value
- - - (159) - (159) - (159)
Income tax effect
- - - 44 - 44 - 44
Transferred to income statement
- - - (60) - (60) - (60)
Income tax effect
- - - 17 - 17 - 17
Remeasurement of defined benefit obligations
- - - - (1) (1) - (1)
Income tax effect
- - - - - - - -
Total comprehensive income/(expense)
for the year ended 30 September 2024- 126 - (158) 1,126 1,094 - 1,094
Transactions with equity holders:
PPS issued (net of issue costs)
- - - - - - 369 369
Dividends paid on ordinary shares
- - - - (598) (598) - (598)
As at 30 September 20241,300 1,598 6,045 (64)2,44611,325 369 11,694
The above statement of changes in equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
Statement of changes in equity for the year ended 30 September 2024
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NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions
Note
2024
2023
Cash flows from operating activities
Interest received
7,807
6,467
Interest paid
(4,945)
(3,164)
Non-interest income received
322
501
Operating expenses paid
(1,285)
(1,240)
Income tax paid
(547)
(371)
Cash flows from operating activities before changes in operating assets and liabilities
1,352
2,193
Net (increase)/decrease in:
Collateral paid
(182)
25
Trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS
(709)
(1,418)
Loans
(2,519)
(2,167)
Other financial assets
(125)
30
Due from related entities
1
53
(32)
Other assets
(6)
(2)
Net increase/(decrease) in:
Collateral received
(416)
(110)
Deposits and other borrowings
(649)
1,348
Other financial liabilities
(2,298)
953
Due to related entities
(84)
62
Other liabilities
2
10
Net movement in external and related entity derivative financial instruments
1
251
818
Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities
33
(5,330)
1,710
Cash flows from investing activities
Proceeds from investment securities
1,529
547
Purchase of investment securities
(1,930)
(1,633)
Purchase of intangible assets
(118)
(209)
Purchase of property and equipment
(74)
(77)
Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities(593)
(1,372)
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from debt issues19
10,060
7,827
Repayments of debt issues19
(7,429)
(9,290)
Payments for the principal portion of lease liabilities
(51)
(47)
Issue of loan capital (net of issue costs)21
-
592
Maturities, repayments, buy-backs and reduction of loan capital21
(6)
-
Issue of perpetual preference shares (net of issue costs)22
369
-
Dividends paid on ordinary shares23
(598)
(619)
Net movement in due to related entities
(90)
(473)
Net cash provided by/(used in) financing activities2,255
(2,010)
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents(3,668)
(1,672)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year
1
11,991
13,800
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
1
(62)
(137)
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year
1
33
8,261
11,991
1
Comparatives have been revised to align to the current year presentation of cash due from related entities as cash and cash equivalents, resulting in a $123 million
decrease in net increase in due from related entities, a $2,539 million increase in cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year, and a $2,662 million
increase in cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year. Comparatives have also been revised to present the impact of foreign exchange on cash and cash
equivalents, resulting in a $137 million increase in net movement in external and related entity derivative financial instruments and a corresponding decrease in
effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents.
The above statement of cash flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
Details of the reconciliation of net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities to Profit after income tax expense are provided in Note 33.
Statement of cash flows for the year ended 30 September 2024
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group9
Note 1 Financial statements preparation
The Overseas Bank is registered as a public company limited by shares under the Australian Corporations Act 2001 and is entered on the register
maintained under the BPS Act. The Overseas Bank provides a broad range of banking and financial services, including consumer, business and
institutional banking and wealth management services.
The NZ Branch’s head office is situated at Westpac on Takutai Square, 16 Takutai Square, Auckland 1010, New Zealand and the address for service
of process on the NZ Branch is Stephen O'Brien - General Counsel, Westpac on Takutai Square, 53 Galway Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand.
The financial statements are for the NZ Banking Group.
These financial statements were authorised for issue by the Overseas Bank’s Board of Directors on 7 November 2024. The Board has the power to
amend and reissue the financial statements.
The material accounting policies are set out below and in the relevant notes to the financial statements. These policies have been consistently
applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise stated.
a. Basis of preparation
(i) Basis of accounting
These financial statements are general purpose financial statements prepared in accordance with:
●the requirements of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013; and
●the requirements of the Order.
These financial statements comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, applicable NZ IFRS and other authoritative pronouncements of
the XRB, as appropriate for for-profit entities. These financial statements also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards Accounting
Standards, as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
All amounts in these financial statements have been rounded to the nearest million dollars unless otherwise stated.
(ii) Historical cost convention
These financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, as modified by applying fair value accounting to financial
assets and financial liabilities (including derivative instruments) measured at FVIS or FVOCI.
(iii) Comparative revisions
Comparative information has been revised where appropriate to conform to changes in presentation in the current year and to enhance
comparability. Where there has been a material restatement of comparative information the nature of, and the reason for, the restatement is
disclosed in the relevant section.
(iv) Standards adopted during the year ended 30 September 2024
International Tax Reform – Pillar Two Model rules (Amendments to NZ IAS 12 Income Taxes) was issued in July 2023 as a result of the Organisation
for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) international tax reform, known as Pillar Two. The amendments introduced:
●a mandatory temporary exception to the recognition and disclosure of deferred taxes arising from the implementation of Pillar Two, which
has been applied by the NZ Banking Group; and
●disclosure requirements for impacted entities to help financial statement users better understand the NZ Banking Group’s exposure to Pillar
Two income taxes.
Pillar Two introduces new ‘top-up’ taxes for multinational enterprises ('MNEs') within the scope of the rules to ensure that these MNEs pay a
minimum effective rate of tax of 15% on profits in all jurisdictions.
The NZ Banking Group is part of a MNE group under the Overseas Bank that falls within the OECD Pillar Two model rules. Pillar Two legislation has
been enacted in New Zealand and will take effect from the NZ Banking Group’s financial year beginning 1 October 2025.
The NZ Banking Group has performed an assessment of its potential exposure to Pillar Two income taxes based on the most recent tax filings and
financial statements for its constituent entities. Based on the assessment performed, the NZ Banking Group does not expect a material exposure,
if any, to Pillar Two top-up taxes. The impact of the Pillar Two legislation on future financial performance will continue to be assessed.
(v) Business combinations
Business combinations are accounted for using the acquisition method of accounting. Acquisition cost is measured as the aggregate of the fair
value at the date of acquisition of the assets given, equity instruments issued or liabilities incurred or assumed. Acquisition-related costs are
expensed as incurred (except for those costs arising on the issue of equity instruments which are recognised directly in equity).
Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are measured at fair value on the
acquisition date. Goodwill is measured as the excess of the acquisition cost, the amount of any non-controlling interest and the fair value of any
previous NZ Banking Group’s equity interest in the acquiree, over the fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired.
(vi) Foreign currency translation
Functional and presentation currency
The financial statements are presented in New Zealand dollars which is the NZ Banking Group’s functional and presentation currency.
Notes to the financial statements
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Note 1 Financial statements preparation (continued)
Transactions and balances
Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the transactions. FX
gains and losses resulting from the settlement of such transactions and from the translation at year end exchange rates of monetary assets and
liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in the income statement, except when deferred in OCI for qualifying cash flow hedges.
b. Basis of aggregation
The NZ Banking Group as at 30 September 2024 has been aggregated by combining the sum of the capital and reserves of the NZ Branch, and the
consolidated capital and reserves of Westpac New Zealand Group Limited, BT Financial Group (NZ) Limited, Westpac Financial Services Group-
NZ-Limited, Westpac Group Investment-NZ-Limited, and their subsidiaries (including structured entities). For New Zealand entities acquired by
the Overseas Banking Group, capital and reserves at acquisition are netted and recognised as capital contributed to the NZ Banking Group.
Subsidiaries are entities over which the members of the NZ Banking Group have control as they are exposed to, or have rights to, variable returns
from their involvement with the entities, and can affect those returns through their power over the entities. All transactions between entities within
the NZ Banking Group are eliminated. Subsidiaries are fully consolidated from the date on which control commences and are de-consolidated
from the date that control ceases.
c. Financial assets and financial liabilities
(i) Recognition
Financial assets and financial liabilities, other than regular way transactions, are recognised when the NZ Banking Group becomes a party to the
terms of the contract, which is generally on the settlement date (the date payment is made or cash advanced). Purchases and sales of financial
assets in regular way transactions are recognised on the trade date (the date on which the NZ Banking Group commits to purchase or sell an
asset).
(ii) Derecognition
Financial assets are derecognised when the rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired, or when the NZ Banking Group has either
transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows in full under a ‘pass through’
arrangement and transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership.
There may be situations where the NZ Banking Group has partially transferred the risks and rewards of ownership but has neither transferred nor
retained substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership. In such situations, the asset continues to be recognised on the balance sheet to the
extent of the NZ Banking Group’s continuing involvement in the asset.
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the obligation is discharged, cancelled or expires. Where an existing financial liability is replaced by
another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms of an existing liability are substantially modified, the exchange or
modification is treated as a derecognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability, with the difference in the respective carrying
amounts recognised in the income statement.
The terms are deemed to be substantially different if the discounted present value of the cash flows under the new terms (discounted using the
original effective interest rate) is at least 10% different from the discounted present value of the remaining cash flows of the original financial
liability. Qualitative factors such as a change in the currency the instrument is denominated in, a change in the interest rate from fixed to floating
and conversion features are also considered.
(iii) Classification and measurement basis
Financial assets
Financial assets are grouped into the following classes: cash and balances with central banks, collateral paid, trading securities and financial
assets measured at FVIS, derivative financial instruments, investment securities, loans, other financial assets and due from related entities.
Financial assets are classified based on a) the business model within which the assets are managed, and b) whether the contractual cash flows of
the instrument represent SPPI.
The NZ Banking Group determines the business model at the level that reflects how groups of financial assets are managed. When assessing the
business model the NZ Banking Group considers factors including how performance and risks are managed, evaluated and reported and the
frequency and volume of, and reason for, sales in previous periods and expectations of sales in future periods.
When assessing whether contractual cash flows are SPPI, interest is defined as consideration primarily for the time value of money and the credit
risk of the principal outstanding. The time value of money is defined as the element of interest that provides consideration only for the passage of
time and not consideration for other risks or costs associated with holding the financial asset. Terms that could change the contractual cash flows
so that they may not meet the SPPI criteria include contingent and leverage features, non-recourse arrangements, and features that could modify
the time value of money.
Debt instruments
If the debt instruments have contractual cash flows which represent SPPI on the principal balance outstanding they are classified at:
●amortised cost if they are held within a business model whose objective is achieved through holding the financial asset to collect these cash
flows; or
●FVOCI if they are held within a business model whose objective is achieved both through collecting these cash flows and selling the financial
asset; or
Notes to the financial statements
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Note 1 Financial statements preparation (continued)
●FVIS if they are held within a business model whose objective is achieved through selling the financial asset.
Debt instruments are classified and measured at FVIS where the contractual cash flows do not represent SPPI on the principal balance outstanding
or where it is designated at FVIS to eliminate or reduce an accounting mismatch.
Debt instruments at amortised cost are initially recognised at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest
method. They are presented net of any provision for ECL determined using the ECL model. Refer to Notes 6 and 12 for further details.
Debt instruments at FVOCI are measured at fair value with unrealised gains and losses recognised in OCI except for interest income, impairment
charges and FX gains and losses, which are recognised in the income statement. Impairment on debt instruments at FVOCI is determined using
the ECL model and is recognised in the income statement with a corresponding amount in OCI. There is no reduction of the carrying value of the
debt security which remains at fair value.
The cumulative gain or loss recognised in OCI is subsequently recognised in the income statement when the instrument is derecognised.
Debt instruments at FVIS are measured at fair value with subsequent changes in fair value recognised in the income statement.
Financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are grouped into the following classes: collateral received, deposits and other borrowings, other financial liabilities, derivative
financial instruments, due to related entities, debt issues and loan capital.
Financial liabilities are measured at amortised cost if they are not held for trading or designated at FVIS, otherwise they are measured at FVIS.
Financial assets and financial liabilities measured at FVIS are recognised initially at fair value. All other financial assets and financial liabilities are
recognised initially at fair value plus or minus directly attributable transaction costs respectively.
Further details of the accounting policy for each category of financial asset or financial liability mentioned above are set out in the note for the
relevant item.
The NZ Banking Group’s policies for determining the fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities are set out in Note 25.
d. Critical accounting assumptions and estimates
Applying the NZ Banking Group’s accounting policies requires the use of judgement, assumptions and estimates which impact the financial
information. The significant assumptions and estimates used are discussed in the relevant notes below.
●Note 7Income tax expense
●Note 12Provision for expected credit losses
●Note 15Deferred tax assets
●Note 16Intangible assets
●Note 20Provisions
●Note 25Fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities
Impact of climate-related risks
The NZ Banking Group has considered the potential risk of climate change on its financial statements. Refer to Note 32 for further details.
e. Future developments in accounting standards
NZ IFRS 18 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements (NZ IFRS 18) was issued in May 2024 and will be effective for the 30 September
2028 year end unless early adopted. NZ IFRS 18 will replace NZ IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements. This standard will not change the
recognition and measurement of items in the financial statements, but will impact the presentation and disclosure in the financial statements,
including:
●New categories and subtotals in the income statement to enhance comparability;
●Enhancing the disclosure of management defined performance measures; and
●Changes to the grouping of information in the financial statements to provide more useful information.
The NZ Banking Group is continuing to assess the impact of adopting NZ IFRS 18.
Amendments to the Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments was issued in June 2024 and amends NZ IFRS 7 Financial
Instruments: Disclosures and NZ IFRS 9 Financial Instruments. It is effective for the 30 September 2027 year end unless early adopted.
The amendments include:
●Changes to disclosures for investments in equity instruments designated at FVOCI and additional disclosures for financial instruments with
contingent features that do not relate directly to basic lending risks and costs;
●Guidance on derecognition of financial liabilities criteria when using an electronic payments system; and
●Guidance on assessing contractual cash flow characteristics of financial assets with ESG and similar features.
The amendments are not expected to have a material impact on the NZ Banking Group.
Other new standards and amendments to existing standards that are not yet effective are not expected to have a material impact on the NZ
Banking Group.
Notes to the financial statements
12Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 2 Net interest income
Accounting policy
Interest income and interest expense for all interest earning financial assets and interest bearing financial liabilities at amortised cost or FVOCI,
detailed within the table below, are recognised using the effective interest method. Net income from Treasury’s interest rate and liquidity
management activities is included in net interest income.
The effective interest method calculates the amortised cost of a financial instrument by discounting the financial instrument’s estimated future
cash receipts or payments to their present value and allocates the interest income or interest expense, including any fees, costs, premiums or
discounts integral to the instrument, over its expected life.
Interest income is calculated based on the gross carrying amount of financial assets in stages 1 and 2 of the NZ Banking Group's ECL model and
on the carrying amount net of the provision for ECL for financial assets in stage 3.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions
Note
2024
2023
Interest income
Calculated using the effective interest method
Cash and balances with central banks
509
533
Collateral paid
4
4
Investment securities
218
161
Loans
6,675
5,453
Due from related entities
23
115
127
Total interest income calculated using the effective interest method7,521
6,278
Other
Trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS
272
218
Total other272
218
Total interest income7,793
6,496
Interest expense
Calculated using the effective interest method
Collateral received
26
24
Deposits and other borrowings
3,339
2,523
Due to related entities23
100
86
Debt issues
418
265
Loan capital
186
147
Other financial liabilities
243
236
Total interest expense calculated using the effective interest method4,312
3,281
Other
Deposits and other borrowings
153
147
Debt issues
122
170
Other interest expense
1
277
60
Total other552
377
Total interest expense4,864
3,658
Net interest income2,929
2,838
1
Includes the net impact of Treasury's interest rate and liquidity management activities.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group13
Note 3 Non-interest income
Accounting policy
Non-interest income includes net fees and commissions income, net wealth management income, trading income and other income.
Net fees and commissions income
When another party is involved in providing goods or services to a NZ Banking Group customer, the NZ Banking Group assesses whether the
nature of the arrangement with its customer is as a principal provider or an agent of another party. Where the NZ Banking Group is acting as an
agent for another party, the income earned by the NZ Banking Group is the net consideration received (i.e. the gross amount received from the
customer less amounts paid to a third party provider). As an agent, the net consideration represents fees and commissions income for
facilitating the transaction between the customer and the third party provider with primary responsibility for fulfilling the contract.
Fees and commissions income
Fees and commissions income is recognised when the performance obligation is satisfied by transferring the promised good or service to the
customer. Fees and commissions income includes facility fees, transaction fees and commissions and other non-risk fee income. Commissions
income includes commissions received for the distribution of general and life insurance products.
Facility fees include certain line fees, annual credit card fees and fees for providing customer bank accounts. They are recognised over the term
of the facility/period of service on a straight line basis.
Transaction fees and commissions are earned for facilitating banking transactions such as FX and telegraphic transfers. Fees and commissions
for these one-off transactions are recognised once the transaction has been completed. Transaction fees and commissions are also recognised
for credit card transactions including interchange fees net of scheme charges. These are recognised once the transaction has been completed,
however, a component of interchange fees received is deferred as unearned income as the NZ Banking Group has a future service obligation to
customers under the NZ Banking Group’s credit card reward programmes.
Other non-risk fee income includes advisory and underwriting fees which are recognised when the related service is completed.
Income which forms an integral part of the effective interest rate of a financial instrument is recognised using the effective interest method and
recorded in interest income (for example, loan origination fees).
Fees and commissions expenses
Fees and commissions expenses include incremental external costs that vary directly with the provision of goods or services to customers. An
incremental cost is one that would not have been incurred if a specific good or service had not been provided to a specific customer. Fees and
commissions expenses which form an integral part of the effective interest rate of a financial instrument are recognised using the effective
interest method and recorded in net interest income. Fees and commissions expenses include the costs associated with credit card loyalty
programmes which are recognised as an expense when the services are provided on the redemption of points.
Net wealth management income
Wealth management fees earned for the ongoing management of customer funds and investments are recognised when the performance
obligation is satisfied which is over the period of management.
Trading income
●Realised and unrealised gains or losses from changes in the fair value of trading assets, liabilities and derivatives are recognised in the
period in which they arise (except day one profits or losses which are deferred, refer to Note 25); and
●Net income related to Treasury’s interest rate and liquidity management activities is included in net interest income.
Notes to the financial statements
14Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 3 Non-interest income (continued)
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Net fees and commissions
Facility fees
54
48
Transaction fees and commissions
200
203
Other non-risk fee income
1
23
20
Fees and commissions income 277
271
Credit card loyalty programmes
(31)
(35)
Transaction fees and commissions related expenses
(45)
(39)
Fees and commissions expenses (76)
(74)
Net fees and commissions 201
197
Net wealth management 43
37
Trading 20
57
Other
Net ineffectiveness on qualifying hedges
(9)
-
Other
9
7
Total other -
7
Total non-interest income 264
298
1
Includes management fees due from related entities. Refer to Note 23.
Deferred income in relation to the credit card loyalty programmes for the NZ Banking Group was $24 million as at 30 September 2024 (30
September 2023: $27 million). This will be recognised as fees and commissions income as the credit card reward points are redeemed.
There were no other material contract assets or contract liabilities for the NZ Banking Group.
Note 4 Operating expenses
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions
Note
2024
2023
Staff expenses
751
710
Lease expenses
17
24
Depreciation
99
82
Technology services and telecommunications
1
247
245
Purchased services
1
57
76
Software amortisation
113
60
Related entities - management fees23
15
11
Other
2
128
145
Total operating expenses 1,427
1,353
1
Comparative amounts have been revised to align to the current year presentation, resulting in a $20 million increase in Technology services and
telecommunications and a corresponding decrease in Purchased services.
2
'Other' includes expenses such as advertising, property related costs, postage and freight and non-lending losses.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group15
Note 5 Auditor’s remuneration18
NZ BANKING GROUP
$'000s2024
2023
Audit and audit related services
Audit and review of financial statements
1
3,941
3,739
Other audit related services
2,3
787
824
Total remuneration for audit and other audit related services 4,728
4,563
Other services
4
150
303
Total remuneration for non-audit services 150
303
Total remuneration for audit, other audit related services and non-audit services 4,878
4,866
1
Fees for the annual audit of the financial statements, the review procedures performed on the interim financial statements, Sarbanes-Oxley reporting undertaken in
the role of the auditor and limited assurance over compliance with the information required on capital adequacy, regulatory liquidity requirements and credit and
market risk exposures.
2
Assurance or agreed upon procedures for the issue of comfort letters and work on the NZ Banking Group's debt issuance programmes.
3
As at 30 September 2024, $260,311 was paid to PwC Australia for the issue of comfort letters and work on the NZ Banking Group's 'debt issuance programmes (30
September 2023: $304,514).
4
Fees for the year ended 30 September 2024 relate to assessments of whether preconditions for assurance exist in preparation for assurance over greenhouse gas
disclosures. Fees for the year ended 30 September 2023 related to a system pre-implementation and data migration assessment.
It is the NZ Banking Group’s policy to engage the external auditor on assignments additional to their statutory audit duties only if their
independence is not impaired or seen to be impaired, and where their expertise and experience with the NZ Banking Group is important.
The external auditor also provides audit and non-audit assurance services to non-consolidated entities, including non-consolidated trusts and
non-consolidated superannuation funds or pension funds of which a member of the NZ Banking Group is manager or responsible entity. During
the year ended 30 September 2024, the fees in respect of these services were $490,392 (30 September 2023: $505,331). This amount is not
included in the table above.
Note 6 Impairment charges/(benefits)
Accounting policy
Impairment charges are based on an expected loss model which measures the difference between the current carrying amount and the present
value of expected future cash flows taking into account past experience, current conditions and multiple probability-weighted macroeconomic
scenarios for reasonably supportable future economic conditions. Further details of the calculation of ECL and the critical accounting
assumptions and estimates relating to impairment charges are included in Note 12.
Impairment charges are recognised in the income statement, with a corresponding amount recognised as follows:
●Loans at amortised cost: as a reduction of the carrying value of the financial asset through an offsetting provision account (refer to Note
12);
●Investment securities: in reserves in OCI with no reduction of the carrying value of the debt security (refer to the statement of changes in
equity); and
●Credit commitments: as a provision (refer to Note 20).
Uncollectable loans
A loan may become uncollectable in full or part if, after following the NZ Banking Group’s loan recovery procedures, the NZ Banking Group
remains unable to collect that loan’s contractual repayments. Uncollectable amounts are written off against their related provision for ECL, after
all possible repayments have been received.
Where loans are secured, amounts are generally written off after receiving the proceeds from the security, or in certain circumstances, where
the net realisable value of the security has been determined and this indicates that there is no reasonable expectation of full recovery, write-off
may be earlier. Unsecured consumer loans are generally written off after 180 days past due.
The NZ Banking Group may subsequently be able to recover cash flows from loans written off. In the period which these recoveries are made,
they are recognised in the income statement.
Notes to the financial statements
16Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 6 Impairment charges/(benefits) (continued)
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Provisions raised/(released):
Performing
(20)
78
Non-performing
36
46
Bad debts written-off/(recovered) directly to the income statement
11
11
Impairment charges/(benefits) 27
135
of which relates to:
Loans and credit commitments
27
135
Impairment charges/(benefits) 27
135
Impairment charges/(benefits) on all other financial assets are not material to the NZ Banking Group.
Note 7 Income tax expense
Accounting policy
The income tax expense for the year comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognised in the income statement, except to the extent that it
relates to items recognised directly in OCI, in which case it is recognised in the statement of comprehensive income.
Current tax is the tax payable for the year using enacted or substantively enacted tax rates and laws. Current tax also includes adjustments to
tax payable for previous years.
Goods and services tax
Revenue, expenses and assets are recognised net of GST except to the extent that GST is not recoverable from the New Zealand Inland Revenue.
In these circumstances, GST is recognised as part of the expense or the cost of the asset.
Critical accounting assumptions and estimates
Significant judgement is required in determining the current tax liability. There may be transactions with uncertain tax outcomes and provisions
are determined based on the expected outcomes.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Income tax expense
Current tax:
Current year
467
472
Prior year adjustments
1
(2)
Deferred tax (refer to Note 15):
Current year
19
(6)
Prior year adjustments
(1)
-
Total income tax expense 486
464
Profit before income tax expense 1,739
1,648
Tax calculated at tax rate of 28%
487
461
Expenses not deductible for tax purposes
(1)
5
Prior year adjustments
-
(2)
Total income tax expense 486
464
The effective tax rate for the year ended 30 September 2024 was 27.9% (30 September 2023: 28.2%).
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group17
Note 8 Imputation credit account
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Imputation credits available for use in subsequent reporting periods
408
186
The imputation credit balance shown above represents imputation credits available to New Zealand tax resident members of the NZ Banking
Group. The 2024 imputation credit balance available to the Overseas Bank (not included in the NZ Banking Group balance above) is $583 million
(30 September 2023: $802 million).
Note 9 Trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS
Accounting policy
Trading securities
Trading securities include actively traded debt (government and other) and those acquired for sale in the near term. The instruments are
measured at fair value.
Reverse repurchase agreements
Securities purchased under these agreements are not recognised on the balance sheet, as the NZ Banking Group has not obtained the risks and
rewards of ownership. The cash consideration paid is recognised as a reverse repurchase agreement, which forms part of a trading portfolio that
is measured at fair value.
Fair value gains and losses on these financial assets are recognised in the income statement. Interest earned from debt securities is recognised
in interest income (refer to Note 2).
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Government and semi-government securities
3,315
2,354
Other debt securities
2,240
2,166
Reverse repurchase agreements
168
487
Total trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS 5,723
5,007
Note 10 Investment securities
Accounting policy
Investment securities include debt securities (government and other) that are measured at FVOCI. These instruments are classified based on the
criteria disclosed under the heading “Financial assets and financial liabilities” in Note 1.
Debt securities measured at FVOCI
Includes debt instruments that have contractual cash flows which represent SPPI on the principal balance outstanding and they are held within a
business model whose objective is achieved both through collecting these cash flows or selling the financial asset.
These securities are measured at fair value with unrealised gains and losses recognised in OCI except for interest income, impairment charges
and FX gains and losses and fair value hedge adjustments which are recognised in the income statement.
Impairment is measured using the same ECL model applied to financial assets measured at amortised cost. Impairment is recognised in the
income statement with a corresponding amount in OCI with no reduction of the carrying value of the debt security which remains at fair value.
Refer to Note 12 for further details.
The cumulative gain or loss recognised in OCI is subsequently recognised in the income statement when the instrument is disposed.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Government and semi-government securities
5,011
4,088
Other debt securities
2,524
2,563
Total investment securities 7,535
6,651
Notes to the financial statements
18Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 11 Loans
Accounting policy
Loans are financial assets initially recognised at fair value plus directly attributable transaction costs and fees.
Loans are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method where they have contractual cash flows which represent
SPPI on the principal balance outstanding and they are held within a business model whose objective is achieved through holding the loans to
collect these cash flows. They are presented net of any provision for ECL.
Loan products that have both mortgage and deposit facilities are presented gross on the balance sheet, segregating the asset and liability
component, because they do not meet the criteria to be offset. Interest earned on these products is presented on a net basis in the income
statement as this reflects how the customer is charged.
The following table shows loans disaggregated by types of credit exposure:
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Residential mortgages
68,011
65,757
Other retail
2,563
2,648
Corporate
32,098
31,619
Other
293
194
Total gross loans 102,965
100,218
Provision for ECL on loans (refer to Note 12)
(502)
(507)
Total net loans 102,463
99,711
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group19
Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses
Accounting policy
Note 6 provides details of impairment charges/(benefits).
Impairment applies to all financial assets at amortised cost, debt securities measured at FVOCI and credit commitments.
The ECL is recognised as follows:
●Loans at amortised cost: as a reduction of the carrying value of the financial asset through an offsetting provision account (refer to Note
11);
●Investment securities: in reserves in OCI with no reduction of the carrying value of the debt security itself (refer to the statement of
changes in equity); and
●Credit commitments: as a provision (refer to Note 20).
Measurement
The NZ Banking Group calculates the provision for ECL based on a three stage approach. The provision for ECL is a probability-weighted
estimate of the cash shortfalls expected to result from defaults over the relevant timeframe. They are determined by evaluating a range of
possible outcomes and taking into account the time value of money, past events, current conditions and forecasts of future economic
conditions.
The models use three main components to determine the ECL (as well as the time value of money) including:
●PD: the probability that a counterparty will default;
●LGD: the loss that is expected to arise in the event of a default; and
●EAD: the estimated outstanding amount of credit exposure at the time of the default.
Model stages
The three stages are as follows:
Stage 1: 12 months ECL - performing
For financial assets where there has been no significant increase in credit risk since origination a provision for 12 months ECL is recognised.
Stage 2: Lifetime ECL – performing
For financial assets where there has been a significant increase in credit risk since origination but where the asset is still performing a provision
for lifetime ECL is recognised. The indicators of a significant increase in credit risk are described on the following page.
Stage 3: Lifetime ECL – non-performing
Financial assets in Stage 3 are those that are in default. A default occurs when:
●The NZ Banking Group considers that the customer is unable to repay its credit obligations in full, irrespective of recourse by the NZ
Banking Group to action such as realising security. Indicators include a breach of contract with the NZ Banking Group such as a default on
interest or principal payments, a borrower experiencing significant financial difficulties or observable economic conditions that correlate
to defaults on an individual basis; or
●The customer is more than 90 days past due on any material credit obligation.
A provision for lifetime ECL is recognised on these financial assets.
Collective and individual assessment
Financial assets that are in Stages 1 and 2 are assessed on a collective basis. This means that they are grouped in pools of similar assets with
similar credit risk characteristics including the type of product and CRG. Financial assets in Stage 3 are assessed on an individual basis and
calculated collectively for those below a specified threshold.
Expected life
In considering the lifetime timeframe for ECL in Stages 2 and 3, the standard generally requires use of the remaining contractual life adjusted,
where appropriate, for prepayments, extension and other options. For certain revolving credit facilities which include both a drawn and undrawn
component (e.g. credit cards and revolving lines of credit), the NZ Banking Group’s contractual ability to demand repayment and cancel the
undrawn commitment does not limit the exposure to credit losses to the contractual notice period. For these facilities, lifetime is based on
historical behaviour.
Movement between stages
Financial assets may move in both directions through the stages of the impairment model. Financial assets previously in Stage 2 may move back
to Stage 1 if it is no longer considered that there has been a significant increase in credit risk. Similarly, financial assets in Stage 3 may move back
to Stage 1 or Stage 2 if they are no longer assessed to be non-performing.
Notes to the financial statements
20Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses (continued)
Accounting policy (continued)
Critical accounting assumptions and estimates
Key judgements include when a significant increase in credit risk has occurred, the estimation of forward-looking macroeconomic information
and overlays. Other factors which can impact the provision include the borrower’s financial situation, the realisable value of collateral, the NZ
Banking Group’s position relative to other claimants, the reliability of customer information and the likely cost and duration of recovering the
loan.
Significant increase in credit risk
Determining when a financial asset has experienced a significant increase in credit risk since origination is a critical accounting judgement which
is based on the change in the PD since origination. In determining whether a change in PD represents a significant increase in risk, relative
changes in PD and absolute PD thresholds are both considered based on the portfolio of the exposure.
The NZ Banking Group does not rebut the presumption that instruments that are 30 days past due have experienced a significant increase in
credit risk, but this is used as a backstop rather than the primary indicator.
Forward-looking macroeconomic information
The measurement of ECL for each stage and the assessment of significant increase in credit risk consider information about past events and
current conditions as well as reasonable and supportable projections of future events and economic conditions. The estimation of forward-
looking information is a critical accounting judgement. The NZ Banking Group considers three future macroeconomic scenarios including a base
case scenario along with upside and downside scenarios.
The macroeconomic variables used in these scenarios, based on current economic forecasts, include (but are not limited to) unemployment
rates, real gross domestic product growth rates, base interest rates and residential property price indices.
●Base case scenario
This scenario utilises the internal Westpac Economic forecasts used for strategic decision making and forecasting.
●Upside scenario
This scenario represents a modest improvement on the base case scenario.
●Downside scenario
The downside scenario is a more severe scenario with ECL higher than those under the base case scenario. This scenario assumes a
recession with a combination of negative GDP growth, declines in residential property prices and an increase in the unemployment rate,
which simultaneously impact ECL across all portfolios from the reporting date.
The three macroeconomic scenarios are probability weighted and together represent the NZ Banking Group’s view of the forward-looking
distribution of potential loss outcomes. The weighting applied to each of the three macroeconomic scenarios takes into account historical
frequency, current trends, and forward-looking conditions.
The macroeconomic variables and probability weightings of the three macroeconomic scenarios are subject to the approval of the NZ Banking
Group’s Chief Financial Officer and Chief Risk Officer with oversight from the Board of Directors (and its Committees).
Portfolio overlays
Where appropriate, adjustments will be made to modelled outcomes to reflect reasonable and supportable information not already
incorporated in the models. These adjustments (overlays) may be an increase or decrease in the provision for ECL.
Judgements can change with time as new information becomes available which could result in changes to the provision for ECL.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group21
Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses (continued)
Loans and credit commitments
The following tables reconcile the provisions for ECL on loans and credit commitments by stage for the NZ Banking Group.
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
Performing Non-performing
PerformingNon-performing
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 3
Stage 1Stage 2Stage 3Stage 3
$ millions
CAP CAP CAP IAP Total
CAPCAPCAPIAPTotal
Provision for ECL on loans
Residential mortgages
29 148 49 21 247
37 139 61 10 247
Other retail
9 31 11 4 55
11 34 12 1 58
Corporate
27 115 22 36 200
29 127 34 12 202
Total provision for ECL on
loans (refer to Note 11)
65 294 82 61 502
77 300 107 23 507
Provision for ECL on credit
commitments
Residential mortgages
4 11 - - 15
5 8 - - 13
Other retail
3 6 - - 9
4 8 - - 12
Corporate
4 14 - 11 29
5 14 - - 19
Total provision for ECL on
credit commitments (refer to
Note 20)
11 31 - 11 53
14 30 - - 44
Total provision for ECL on
loans and credit
commitments
76 325 82 72 555
91 330 107 23 551
Gross loans
79,904 22,070 800 191 102,965
76,428 23,019 709 62 100,218
Credit commitments
24,615 3,708 20 19 28,362
25,110 3,748 25 1 28,884
Gross loans and credit
commitments
104,519 25,778 820 210 131,327
101,538 26,767 734 63 129,102
Coverage ratio on loans (%)
0.08 1.33 10.25 31.94 0.49
0.10 1.30 15.09 37.10 0.51
Coverage ratio on loans and
credit commitments (%)
0.07 1.26 10.00 34.29 0.42
0.09 1.23 14.58 36.51 0.43
Movements in components of loss allowance
The reconciliation of the provision for ECL for loans and credit commitments has been determined by an aggregation of monthly movements over
the year. The key line items in the reconciliation represent the following:
●“Transfers between stages” lines represent transfers between Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3 prior to remeasurement of the provision for ECL.
●“New financial assets originated” line represents new accounts originated during the year.
●“Financial assets derecognised during the period” line represents loans derecognised due to final repayments during the year.
●“Other charges/(credits) to the income statement” line represents the impact on the provision for ECL due to changes in credit quality
during the year (including transfers between stages), changes in portfolio overlays, changes due to forward-looking economic scenarios and
partial repayments and additional drawdowns on existing facilities over the year.
●Amounts written off represent a reduction in the provision for ECL as a result of derecognition of exposures where there is no reasonable
expectation of full recovery.
Notes to the financial statements
22Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses (continued)
NZ BANKING GROUP
Performing Non-performing
Total
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 3
$ millions
CAP CAP CAP IAP
Provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments as at
30 September 2023
91 330 107 23 551
Transfers to Stage 1
108 (103) (5) - -
Transfers to Stage 2
(19) 76 (57) - -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP
- (65) 69 (4) -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP
- (12) (26) 38 -
Reversals of previously recognised impairment charges
- - - (25) (25)
New financial assets originated
23 - - - 23
Financial assets derecognised during the year
(12) (59) (52) - (123)
Changes in CAP due to amounts written off
- - (25) - (25)
Other charges/(credits) to the income statement
(115) 158 71 52 166
Total charges/(credits) to the income statement for ECL (15) (5) (25) 61 16
Amounts written off from IAP
- - - (12) (12)
Total provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments
as at 30 September 2024
76 325 82 72 555
NZ BANKING GROUP
Performing Non-performing
Total
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 3
$ millions
CAP CAP CAP IAP
Provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments as at
30 September 2022
103 240 69 27 439
Transfers to Stage 1 96 (90) (6) - -
Transfers to Stage 2 (31) 67 (36) - -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP - (37) 41 (4) -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP - (2) (14) 16 -
Reversals of previously recognised impairment charges - - - (9) (9)
New financial assets originated 12 - - - 12
Financial assets derecognised during the year (7) (45) (23) - (75)
Changes in CAP due to amounts written off - - (24) - (24)
Other charges/(credits) to the income statement (82) 197 100 5 220
Total charges/(credits) to the income statement for ECL
(12) 90 38 8 124
Amounts written off from IAP - - - (12) (12)
Total provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments
as at 30 September 2023
91 330 107 23 551
The attribution of amounts disclosed in the movement schedule has been revised to better reflect the nature of the changes in the provision for ECL. Comparatives
have been revised for consistency.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group23
Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses (continued)
Movements in components of loss allowance – by types of credit exposure
The provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments can be further disaggregated into the following types of credit exposure:
NZ BANKING GROUP
Performing Non-performing
Total
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 3
$ millions
CAP CAP CAP IAP
Residential mortgages
Balance as at 30 September 2023 42 147 61 10 260
Transfers to Stage 1
45 (43) (2) - -
Transfers to Stage 2
(6) 37 (31) - -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP
- (14) 16 (2) -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP
- - (19) 19 -
Reversals of previously recognised impairment charges
- - - (11) (11)
New financial assets originated
7 - - - 7
Financial assets derecognised during the year
(1) (11) (20) - (32)
Changes in CAP due to amounts written off
- - - - -
Other charges/(credits) to the income statement
(54) 43 44 11 44
Total charges/(credits) to the income statement for ECL (9) 12 (12) 17 8
Amounts written off from IAP
- - - (6) (6)
Balance as at 30 September 2024 33 159 49 21 262
Other retail
Balance as at 30 September 2023 15 42 12 1 70
Transfers to Stage 1
47 (45) (2) - -
Transfers to Stage 2
(6) 12 (6) - -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP
- (13) 13 - -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP
- - (1) 1 -
Reversals of previously recognised impairment charges
- - - (1) (1)
New financial assets originated
5 - - - 5
Financial assets derecognised during the year
(2) (7) (2) - (11)
Changes in CAP due to amounts written off
- - (23) - (23)
Other charges/(credits) to the income statement
(47) 48 20 5 26
Total charges/(credits) to the income statement for ECL (3) (5) (1) 5 (4)
Amounts written off from IAP
- - - (2) (2)
Balance as at 30 September 2024 12 37 11 4 64
Corporate
Balance as at 30 September 2023 34 141 34 12 221
Transfers to Stage 1
16 (15) (1) - -
Transfers to Stage 2
(7) 27 (20) - -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP
- (38) 40 (2) -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP
- (12) (6) 18 -
Reversals of previously recognised impairment charges
- - - (13) (13)
New financial assets originated
11 - - - 11
Financial assets derecognised during the year
(9) (41) (30) - (80)
Changes in CAP due to amounts written off
- - (2) - (2)
Other charges/(credits) to the income statement
(14) 67 7 36 96
Total charges/(credits) to the income statement for ECL (3) (12) (12) 39 12
Amounts written off from IAP
- - - (4) (4)
Balance as at 30 September 2024 31 129 22 47 229
The above movements in components of loss allowance table does not include ‘Other’ credit exposures on the basis that the provision for ECL is
nil.
Notes to the financial statements
24Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses (continued)
NZ BANKING GROUP
Performing Non-performing
Total
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 3
$ millions
CAP CAP CAP IAP
Residential mortgages
Balance as at 30 September 2022
46 91 43 9 189
Transfers to Stage 1 22 (20) (2) - -
Transfers to Stage 2 (7) 29 (22) - -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP - (6) 8 (2) -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP - - (9) 9 -
Reversals of previously recognised impairment charges - - - (5) (5)
New financial assets originated 2 - - - 2
Financial assets derecognised during the year (1) (5) (12) - (18)
Changes in CAP due to amounts written off - - - - -
Other charges/(credits) to the income statement (20) 58 55 4 97
Total charges/(credits) to the income statement for ECL
(4) 56 18 6 76
Amounts written off from IAP - - - (5) (5)
Balance as at 30 September 2023
42 147 61 10 260
Other retail
Balance as at 30 September 2022
17 43 13 1 74
Transfers to Stage 1 57 (54) (3) - -
Transfers to Stage 2 (10) 18 (8) - -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP - (13) 13 - -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP - - (1) 1 -
Reversals of previously recognised impairment charges - - - (1) (1)
New financial assets originated 4 - - - 4
Financial assets derecognised during the year (2) (12) (3) - (17)
Changes in CAP due to amounts written off - - (23) - (23)
Other charges/(credits) to the income statement (51) 60 24 - 33
Total charges/(credits) to the income statement for ECL
(2) (1) (1) - (4)
Amounts written off from IAP - - - - -
Balance as at 30 September 2023
15 42 12 1 70
Corporate
Balance as at 30 September 2022
40 106 13 17 176
Transfers to Stage 1 17 (16) (1) - -
Transfers to Stage 2 (14) 20 (6) - -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP - (18) 20 (2) -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP - (2) (4) 6 -
Reversals of previously recognised impairment charges - - - (3) (3)
New financial assets originated 6 - - - 6
Financial assets derecognised during the year (4) (28) (8) - (40)
Changes in CAP due to amounts written off - - (1) - (1)
Other charges/(credits) to the income statement (11) 79 21 1 90
Total charges/(credits) to the income statement for ECL
(6) 35 21 2 52
Amounts written off from IAP - - - (7) (7)
Balance as at 30 September 2023
34 141 34 12 221
The attribution of amounts disclosed in the movement schedule has been revised to better reflect the nature of the changes in the provision for ECL. Comparatives
have been revised for consistency.
The above movements in components of loss allowance table does not include ‘Other’ credit exposures on the basis that the provision for ECL is
nil.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group25
Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses (continued)
Impact of overlays on the provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments
The following table attributes the provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments between modelled ECL and portfolio overlays.
Portfolio overlays are used to capture areas of potential risk and uncertainty in the portfolio that are not captured in the underlying modelled ECL.
These risks may result in under or overestimation of the modelled provision for ECL.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Modelled provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments
588
505
Overlays
(33)
46
Total provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments 555
551
Details of changes related to forward-looking economic inputs and portfolio overlays, based on reasonable and supportable information up to the
date of this disclosure statement, are provided below.
Modelled provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments
The modelled provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments is a probability weighted estimate based on three scenarios which together
represent the NZ Banking Group’s view of the forward-looking distribution of potential loss outcomes. The changes in provisions as a result of
changes in modelled ECL are reflected through the “Other charges/(credits) to the income statement” line in the “Movements in components of
loss allowance” table. Overlays are used to capture potential risk and uncertainty in the portfolio that are not captured in the underlying modelled
ECL. These risks may result in under or overestimation of the modelled provision for ECL.
The base case scenario uses the following Westpac Economic forecasts:
Key economic assumptions for base case
scenario
30 September 2024
30 September 2023
Annual GDP
Forecast growth ofForecast growth of
0.1% for calendar year 2024 and
0.8% for calendar year 2023 and
2.0% for calendar year 2025.
0.2% for calendar year 2024.
Residential property pricesForecast annual price appreciation of
Forecast annual price contraction of
+0.7% for calendar year 2024 and
-1.0% for calendar year 2023 and
+6.4% for calendar year 2025.
price appreciation of
+7.7% for calendar year 2024.
Cash rate
Forecast cash rate ofForecast cash rate of
4.75% at December 2024 and5.75% at December 2023 and
3.75% at December 2025.5.25% at December 2024.
Unemployment rate
Forecast rate ofForecast rate of
5.3% at December 2024 and4.3% at December 2023 and
5.6% at December 2025.5.2% at December 2024.
The downside scenario is a more severe scenario with ECL higher than the base case. This scenario assumes a recession with a combination of
negative GDP growth, declines in residential property prices and an increase in the unemployment rate, which simultaneously impact ECL across
all portfolios from the reporting date. The assumptions used in this scenario and relativities to the base case will be monitored having regard to
the emerging economic conditions and updated where necessary. The upside scenario represents a modest improvement to the base case.
The following sensitivity table shows the reported provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments based on the probability weighted scenarios
and what the provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments would be assuming a 100% weighting is applied to the base case scenario and to
the downside scenario (with all other assumptions held constant).
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Reported probability-weighted ECL
555
551
100% base case ECL
341
417
100% downside ECL
850
719
If 1% of the stage 1 gross exposure from loans and credit commitments (calculated on a 12 month ECL) were transferred to stage 2 (calculated on a
lifetime ECL) the provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments would increase by $14 million (30 September 2023: $14 million) based on
applying the average provision coverage ratios by stage to the movement in the gross exposure by stage.
Notes to the financial statements
26Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses (continued)
The following table discloses the macroeconomic scenario weightings applied by the NZ Banking Group as at 30 September 2024 and 30
September 2023. In March 2024, the downside scenario weighting was reduced by 2.5%, with a corresponding increase in the base case
weighting, reflecting a modest reduction in broader macroeconomic uncertainty.
NZ BANKING GROUP
Macroeconomic scenario weightings (%)2024
2023
Upside
5.0
5.0
Base
52.5
50.0
Downside
42.5
45.0
Portfolio overlays
Portfolio overlays are used to address areas of risk, including significant uncertainties that are not captured in the underlying modelled ECL. These
risks may result in under or overestimation of the modelled provision for ECL. Determination of portfolio overlays requires expert judgement and is
thoroughly documented and subject to comprehensive internal governance and oversight. Portfolio overlays are continually reassessed and if the
risk is judged to have changed (increased or decreased), or is subsequently captured in the modelled ECL, the portfolio overlays will be released
or remeasured.
The NZ Banking Group’s total portfolio overlays as at 30 September 2024 were $(33) million (30 September 2023: $46 million).
An overlay of $(33) million on the provision for ECL for residential mortgages was recognised at 30 September 2024 to adjust for observed
conservatism in the modelled outcome identified through model monitoring.
Overlays held at 30 September 2023 have been released on the basis that these are now considered to be reflected in the modelled outcome.
Impact of changes in gross carrying amount on the provision for ECL
●Stage 1 gross carrying amount had a net increase of $3.5 billion (30 September 2023: decreased by $9.4 billion), primarily driven by new
lending during the period, partially offset by underlying portfolio movement from the residential mortgages and corporate portfolios,
including derecognitions and repayments. The Stage 1 ECL decrease is in line with Stage 1 exposure movement to Stage 2, primarily driven by
underlying portfolio movements and a more negative economic outlook.
●Stage 2 gross carrying amount decreased by $0.9 billion (30 September 2023: increased by $11.6 billion), primarily driven by derecognitions
and repayments, partially offset by underlying portfolio movement from the residential mortgages and corporate portfolios. The Stage 2 ECL
decrease is in line with Stage 2 exposure movement, partially offset by underlying portfolio movements and a more negative economic
outlook from the residential mortgages and corporate portfolios.
●Stage 3 gross carrying amount increased by $0.2 billion (30 September 2023: increased by $0.2 billion), driven by increases in 90 days past
due exposures from the residential mortgages portfolio and customer downgrades from the corporate portfolio, partially offset by
derecognitions and repayments and releases due to write-offs from the other retail portfolio. The Stage 3 ECL increases are in line with the
increase in Stage 3 exposures.
Refer to Note iii. Asset quality of the Registered bank disclosures for further details.
Write-offs still under enforcement activity
The amount of current year write-offs which remain subject to enforcement activity was $30 million (30 September 2023: $23 million).
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group27
Note 13 Credit risk management
IndexNote nameNote number
Credit risk
Credit risk management framework13.1
The risk of financial loss where a customer or counterparty
fails to meet their financial obligations to the NZ Banking
Group.
Credit risk ratings system13.2
Credit concentrations and maximum exposure to credit risk13.3
Credit quality of financial assets13.4
Credit risk mitigation, collateral and other credit
enhancements
13.5
13.1 Credit risk management framework
Please refer to Note 32.1 for details of the NZ Banking Group’s overall Risk Management Framework.
●The Overseas Banking Group maintains a Credit Risk Management Framework, a Credit Risk Management Strategy, and a Credit Risk
Appetite Statement, and a number of supporting policies that define roles and responsibilities, acceptable practices, limits and key
controls.
●The Overseas Bank’s Credit Risk Management Framework describes the principles, methodologies, systems, roles and responsibilities,
reports and key controls for managing credit risk. Within the Credit Risk Management Framework, the NZ Banking Group has its own credit
approval limits approved by Westpac New Zealand’s Board as delegated by the Overseas Banking Group’s Chief Risk Officer.
●Westpac New Zealand's BRCC, Westpac New Zealand’s RISKCO and Westpac New Zealand’s CREDCO monitor the risk profile, performance
and management of the NZ Banking Group’s credit portfolio on at least a quarterly basis, and the development and review of key credit risk
policies are performed on at least an annual basis; other management reviews occur monthly or more frequently.
●Additionally, the NZ Branch Risk Committee monitors the risk profile, performance and management of the NZ Branch credit portfolio on a
quarterly basis. Other management reviews occur monthly or more frequently. Group BRiskC oversees the development and review of key
credit risk policies.
●The NZ Banking Group’s Credit Risk Rating System Policy describes the credit risk rating system philosophy, design, key features and uses of
rating outcomes.
●All models materially impacting the risk rating process are periodically reviewed in accordance with the NZ Banking Group’s model risk
policies.
●An annual review is performed of the Credit Risk Rating System for approval by the Overseas Banking Group’s Group Chief Credit Officer and
noting by Group BRiskC and Overseas Banking Group CREDCO.
●Specific credit risk estimates (including PD, LGD and EAD) are overseen and reviewed annually in line with the Overseas Banking Group’s
Model Risk Policy. Models are approved under delegated authority from the Overseas Banking Group’s Chief Risk Officer. Model Risk is
overseen by the Overseas Banking Group’s Model Risk Committee (a subcommittee of the Group BRiskC).
●In determining the provision for ECL, the forward-looking economic inputs and the probability weightings of the forward-looking scenarios
as well as any adjustments made to the modelled outcomes are subject to the approval of the NZ Banking Group’s Chief Financial Officer
and Chief Risk Officer with oversight from the Westpac New Zealand Board (and its Committees).
●Policies for delegating credit approval authorities and formal limits for the extension of credit are established throughout the NZ Banking
Group.
●Credit policies are established and maintained throughout the NZ Banking Group. They include policies governing the origination,
evaluation, approval, documentation, settlement and ongoing management of credit risks.
●Sector policies guide credit extension where industry-specific guidelines are considered necessary (e.g. acceptable financial ratios o r
permitted collateral).
●The Overseas Banking Group’s Related Entity Risk Management Policy and supporting policies govern credit exposures to related entities to
minimise the spread of credit risk between Overseas Banking Group entities and to comply with the prudential requirements prescribed by
APRA.
●Climate change-related credit risks are considered in line with the Overseas Banking Group’s Climate Change Position Statement and Action
Plan. Climate change risks are managed in line with the NZ Banking Group’s Risk Management Framework which is supported by the
Overseas Banking Group’s Sustainability Risk Management Framework, Westpac New Zealand's Climate Risk Policy, Westpac New
Zealand’s ESG Credit Risk Policy and Westpac New Zealand's and the Overseas Banking Group’s Board Risk Appetite Statements. Where
appropriate, these are applied at the portfolio, customer, and transaction level.
●Westpac New Zealand's CREDCO oversees work to identify and manage the potential impact on credit exposures from climate change-
related transition and physical risks across the NZ Banking Group.
●Westpac New Zealand’s ESG Credit Risk Policy details the overall approach to managing ESG risks in the credit risk process for applicable
transactions.
Notes to the financial statements
28Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 13 Credit risk management (continued)
13.2 Credit risk ratings system
The principal objective of the credit risk rating system is to reliably assess the credit risk to which the NZ Banking Group is exposed. The NZ
Banking Group has two main approaches to this assessment:
Transaction-managed customers
Transaction managed customers are generally customers with business lending exposures. They are individually assigned a CRG, corresponding to
their expected PD. Each facility is assigned an LGD. The NZ Banking Group’s risk rating system has a tiered scale of risk grades for both non-
defaulted customers and defaulted customers. Non-defaulted CRGs are mapped to Moody's and S&P external senior ranking unsecured ratings.
The following table shows the NZ Banking Group’s high level CRGs for transaction-managed portfolios mapped to the NZ Banking Group’s credit
quality disclosure categories and to their corresponding external rating.
Transaction-managed
Financial Statement DisclosureNZ Banking Group’s CRGMoody's RatingS&P Rating
StrongAAaa – Aa3AAA – AA-
BA1 – A3A+ – A-
CBaa1 – Baa3BBB+ – BBB-
Good/satisfactoryDBa1 – B1BB+ – B+
NZ Banking Group Rating
WeakEWatchlist
FSpecial Mention
GSubstandard/Default
HDoubtful/Default
Program-managed portfolio
The program-managed portfolio generally includes retail products such as mortgages, personal lending (including credit cards) and certain SME
lending. These credit exposures are grouped into pools of similar risk based on analysis of characteristics that have historically predicted the
likelihood of default, and a PD is assigned relative to the credit exposure's pool. The exposure is then assigned to strong, good/satisfactory or weak
by benchmarking that PD against the NZ Banking Group's CRGs, which are in turn mapped to external ratings as per the above table. In addition,
any program-managed exposures that are past due are classified as weak.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group29
Note 13 Credit risk management (continued)
13.3 Credit concentrations and maximum exposure to credit risk
Credit risk is concentrated when a number of counterparties are engaged in similar activities, or have similar economic characteristics, and thus
may be similarly affected by changes in economic or other conditions.
The NZ Banking Group monitors its credit portfolio to allow it to manage risk concentrations and rebalance the portfolio.
Individual customers or groups of related customers
The NZ Banking Group has large exposure limits governing the aggregate size of credit exposure normally acceptable to individual customers and
groups of related customers. These limits are tiered by CRG.
Specific industries
Exposures to businesses, governments and other financial institutions are classified into a number of industry clusters based on related ANZSIC
codes and are monitored against the NZ Banking Group’s industry risk appetite limits.
Individual countries
The NZ Banking Group has limits governing risks related to individual countries, such as political situations, government policies and economic
conditions that may adversely affect either a customer’s ability to meet its obligations to the NZ Banking Group, or the NZ Banking Group’s ability
to realise its assets in a particular country.
Maximum exposure to credit risk
The maximum exposure to credit risk (excluding collateral received) is represented by the carrying amount of on-balance sheet financial assets
and undrawn credit commitments as set out in the following table.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Financial assets
Cash and balances with central banks
7,553
9,325
Collateral paid
244
62
Trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS
5,723
5,007
Derivative financial instruments
3,643
5,494
Investment securities
7,535
6,651
Loans
102,463
99,711
Other financial assets
1,117
469
Due from related entities
3,429
4,488
Total financial assets 131,707
131,207
Undrawn credit commitments
Letters of credit and guarantees
1,171
1,015
Commitments to extend credit
27,191
27,869
Total undrawn credit commitments 28,362
28,884
Total maximum credit risk exposure 160,069
160,091
Notes to the financial statements
30Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 13 Credit risk management (continued)
Concentration of credit exposures
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Analysis of on-balance sheet credit exposures by geographical areas
New Zealand
121,875
118,689
Overseas
10,334
13,025
Subtotal 132,209
131,714
Provision for ECL on loans
(502)
(507)
Total on-balance sheet credit exposures 131,707
131,207
Analysis of on-balance sheet credit exposures by industry sector
Accommodation, cafes and restaurants
369
384
Agriculture
8,869
9,113
Construction
437
452
Finance and insurance
11,629
12,812
Forestry and fishing
313
439
Government, administration and defence
17,523
17,241
Manufacturing
1,985
2,306
Mining
166
172
Property
9,129
8,392
Property services and business services
1,139
1,159
Services
2,006
1,607
Trade
2,298
2,582
Transport and storage
804
907
Utilities
2,665
2,590
Retail lending
69,237
66,978
Subtotal 128,569
127,134
Provision for ECL on loans
(502)
(507)
Due from related entities
3,429
4,488
Other financial assets
211
92
Total on-balance sheet credit exposures 131,707
131,207
Analysis of off-balance sheet credit exposures by geographical areas
New Zealand
27,621
28,244
Overseas
741
640
Total off-balance sheet credit exposures 28,362
28,884
Analysis of off-balance sheet credit exposures by industry sector
Accommodation, cafes and restaurants
89
55
Agriculture
556
607
Construction
683
551
Finance and insurance
2,005
2,602
Forestry and fishing
144
135
Government, administration and defence
853
834
Manufacturing
1,574
1,508
Mining
138
79
Property
1,391
1,502
Property services and business services
471
522
Services
823
1,138
Trade
1,635
1,531
Transport and storage
385
450
Utilities
1,603
1,761
Retail lending
16,012
15,609
Total off-balance sheet credit exposures 28,362
28,884
ANZSIC has been used as the basis for disclosing industry sectors.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group31
Note 13 Credit risk management (continued)
13.4 Credit quality of financial assets
The following table shows the credit quality of gross credit risk exposures measured at amortised cost or at FVOCI to which the impairment
requirements of NZ IFRS 9 apply. The credit quality is determined by reference to the credit risk ratings system (refer to Note 13.2) and
expectations of future economic conditions under multiple scenarios:
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
1
$ millionsStage 1Stage 2Stage 3 Total
2
Stage 1Stage 2Stage 3Total
2
Loans - Residential mortgages
Strong
7,519 150 - 7,669
7,612 179 - 7,791
Good/satisfactory
45,418 12,953 - 58,371
42,587 13,700 - 56,287
Weak
301 961 709 1,971
291 879 509 1,679
Total Loans - Residential mortgages 53,238 14,064 709 68,011
50,490 14,758 509 65,757
Loans - Other retail
Strong
910 62 - 972
929 80 - 1,009
Good/satisfactory
907 508 - 1,415
909 545 - 1,454
Weak
22 97 57 176
26 100 59 185
Total Loans - Other retail 1,839 667 57 2,563
1,864 725 59 2,648
Loans - Corporate
Strong
11,475 1,267 - 12,742
12,118 851 - 12,969
Good/satisfactory
13,129 4,646 - 17,775
11,762 5,471 - 17,233
Weak
- 1,356 225 1,581
- 1,214 203 1,417
Total Loans - Corporate 24,604 7,269 225 32,098
23,880 7,536 203 31,619
Loans - Other
Strong
223 70 - 293
194 - - 194
Good/satisfactory
- - - -
- - - -
Weak
- - - -
- - - -
Total Loans - Other 223 70 - 293
194 - - 194
Investment securities
Strong
7,535 - - 7,535
6,651 - - 6,651
Good/satisfactory
- - - -
- - - -
Weak
- - - -
- - - -
Total Investment securities 7,535 - - 7,535
6,651 - - 6,651
All other financial assets
Strong
9,410 4 - 9,414
12,382 3 - 12,385
Good/satisfactory
156 47 - 203
135 48 - 183
Weak
1 6 3 10
1 5 2 8
Total all other financial assets 9,567 57 3 9,627
12,518 56 2 12,576
Undrawn credit commitments
Strong
13,019 772 - 13,791
13,995 862 - 14,857
Good/satisfactory
11,591 2,738 - 14,329
11,108 2,655 - 13,763
Weak
5 198 39 242
7 231 26 264
Total undrawn credit commitments 24,615 3,708 39 28,362
25,110 3,748 26 28,884
Total strong 50,091 2,325 - 52,416
53,881 1,975 - 55,856
Total good/satisfactory 71,201 20,892 - 92,093
66,501 22,419 - 88,920
Total weak 329 2,618 1,033 3,980
325 2,429 799 3,553
Total on- and off-balance sheet 121,621 25,835 1,033 148,489
120,707 26,823 799 148,329
1
In 2024, the NZ Banking Group revised the methodology that it uses to classify exposures as strong, good/satisfactory or weak in order to better align the mapping
of program-managed exposures to transaction-managed exposures. This is a change in disclosure methodology only and does not represent a change in underlying
credit quality of the NZ Banking Group’s credit exposures, or a change in ECL. Comparatives have been revised accordingly.
2
This credit quality disclosure differs to that of credit concentration (refer to Note 13.3) as it relates only to financial assets measured at amortised costs or at FVOCI
and therefore excludes trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS, and derivative financial instruments.
Details of collateral held in support of these balances are provided in Note 13.5.
Notes to the financial statements
32Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 13 Credit risk management (continued)
13.5 Credit risk mitigation, collateral and other credit enhancements
The NZ Banking Group uses a variety of techniques to reduce the credit risk arising from its lending activities.
This includes the NZ Banking Group having processes in place to ensure that it has direct, irrevocable and unconditional recourse to collateral and
other credit enhancements through obtaining legally enforceable documentation.
Collateral
The table below describes the nature of collateral or security held for each relevant class of financial asset:
Loans – residential mortgages
1
Housing loans are secured by a mortgage over property and additional security may take the
form of guarantees and deposits.
Loans – other retail
1
Personal lending (including credit cards and overdrafts) is predominantly unsecured. Where
security is taken, it is restricted to eligible motor vehicles, caravans, campers, motor homes
and boats.
SME loans may be secured, partially secured or unsecured. Security is typically taken by way
of a mortgage over property and/or a general security agreement over business assets or
other assets.
Loans – corporate
1
Business loans may be secured, partially secured or unsecured. Security is typically taken by
way of a mortgage over property and/or a general security agreement over business assets
or other assets.
Other security such as guarantees or standby letters of credit may also be taken as collateral,
if appropriate.
Trading securities and financial assets
measured at FVIS and derivative financial
instruments
These exposures are carried at fair value which reflects the credit risk.
For trading securities, no collateral is sought directly from the issuer or counterparty;
however this may be implicit in the terms of the instrument (such as an asset-backed
security). The terms of debt securities may include collateralisation.
Master netting agreements are typically used to enable the effects of derivative assets and
derivative liabilities with the same counterparty to be offset when measuring these
exposures. Additionally, collateralisation agreements are also typically entered into with
major institutional counterparties to avoid the potential build-up of excessive mark-to-
market positions. Derivative transactions are increasingly being cleared through central
clearers.
1
This includes collateral held in relation to associated credit commitments.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group33
Note 13 Credit risk management (continued)
Management of risk mitigation
The NZ Banking Group mitigates credit risk through controls covering:
Collateral and valuation
management
The Overseas Bank manages collateral under collateralisation agreements centrally for all branches of
the Overseas Bank and Westpac New Zealand.
The NZ Banking Group revalues collateral related to financial markets positions on a daily basis and
has formal processes in place to promptly call for collateral top-ups, if required. These processes
include margining for non-centrally cleared customer derivatives where required under APRA
Prudential Standard CPS226. The collateralisation arrangements are documented via the Credit
Support Annex of the International Swaps and Derivatives Association dealing agreements and Global
Master Repurchase Agreements for repurchase transactions.
The estimated realisable value of collateral held in support of loans is based on a combination of:
●formal valuations currently held for such collateral; and
●management’s assessment of the estimated realisable value of all collateral held.
This analysis also takes into consideration any other relevant knowledge available to management at
the time. Updated valuations are obtained when appropriate.
Other credit enhancements
The NZ Banking Group only recognises guarantees, standby letters of credit, or credit derivative
protection from entities meeting minimum eligibility requirements (provided they are not related to
the entity with which the NZ Banking Group has a credit exposure) including but not limited to:
●Sovereign;
●Australia and New Zealand public sector;
●Authorised deposit-taking institutions and overseas banks with a minimum risk grade equivalent
of A3 / A-; and
●Other entities with a minimum risk grade equivalent of A3 / A-.
Credit Portfolio Management manages the NZ Banking Group’s corporate, sovereign and bank credit
portfolios through monitoring the exposure and any offsetting hedge positions.
Credit Portfolio Management purchases credit protection from entities that meet minimum eligibility
requirements.
Offsetting
Creditworthy customers domiciled in New Zealand may enter into formal agreements with the NZ
Banking Group, permitting the NZ Banking Group to set-off gross credit and debit balances in their
nominated accounts. Cross-border set-offs are not permitted.
Close-out netting is undertaken with counterparties with whom the NZ Banking Group has entered into
a legally enforceable master netting agreement for their off-balance sheet financial market
transactions in the event of default.
Further details of offsetting are provided in Note 26.
Central clearing
The NZ Banking Group increasingly executes derivative transactions through central clearing
counterparties. Central clearing counterparties mitigate risk through stringent membership
requirements, the collection of margin against all trades placed, the default fund, and an explicitly
defined order of priority of payments in the event of default.
Collateral held against loans
The NZ Banking Group analyses the coverage of the loan portfolio which is secured by the collateral that it holds. Coverage is measured as follows:
CoverageSecured loan to collateral value ratio
Fully securedLess than or equal to 100%
Partially securedGreater than 100% but not more than 150%
Unsecured
Greater than 150%, or no security held (e.g. can include credit cards, personal loans, and exposure to highly rated
corporate entities)
Notes to the financial statements
34Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 13 Credit risk management (continued)
The NZ Banking Group's loan portfolio has the following coverage from collateral held:
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
%
Residential
Mortgages
1
Other
RetailCorporateOtherTotal
Residential
Mortgages
1
Other RetailCorporateOtherTotal
Performing Loans
Fully secured
100 45 72 49 90
100 46 70 56 89
Partially secured
- 3 9 - 3
- 2 9 1 3
Unsecured
- 52 19 51 7
- 52 21 43 8
Total 100 100 100 100 100
100 100 100 100 100
Non-performing Loans
Fully secured
89 56 35 - 75
94 62 57 - 82
Partially secured
11 8 35 - 16
6 7 28 - 12
Unsecured
- 36 30 - 9
- 31 15 - 6
Total 100 100 100 - 100
100 100 100 - 100
1
For the purposes of collateral classifications, residential mortgages are classified as fully secured, unless they are non-performing in which case they may be
classified as partially secured. Refer to Note iv. Additional mortgage information of the Registered bank disclosures for LVR analysis of residential mortgages.
Details of the carrying value and associated provision for ECL are disclosed in Note 11, Note iii. Asset quality of the Registered bank disclosures and
Note 12 respectively. The credit quality of loans is disclosed in Note 13.4.
Collateral held against financial assets other than loans
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Cash, primarily for derivatives
198
614
Securities under reverse repurchase agreements
1
168
482
Total other collateral held 366
1,096
1
Securities received as collateral are not recognised on the NZ Banking Group's balance sheet.
Note 14 Other financial assets
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Accrued interest receivable
270
244
Trade debtors
1
4
Securities sold not delivered
635
129
Interbank lending
-
4
Other
211
88
Total other financial assets 1,117
469
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group35
Note 15 Deferred tax assets
Accounting policy
Deferred tax accounts for temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and their
values for taxation purposes.
Deferred tax is determined using the enacted or substantively enacted tax rates and laws which are expected to apply when the assets will be
realised or the liabilities settled.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities have been offset where they relate to the same taxation authority, the same taxable entity or group and where
there is a legal right and intention to settle on a net basis.
Deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available to utilise the assets.
Deferred tax is not recognised for the following temporary differences:
●the initial recognition of assets or liabilities in a transaction that is not a business combination and that affects neither the accounting nor
taxable profit or loss; and
●the initial recognition of goodwill in a business combination.
Critical accounting assumptions and estimates
On a similar basis to that described in Note 7, determining deferred tax assets and liabilities is considered one of the NZ Banking Group’s critical
accounting assumptions and estimates.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Deferred tax assets/(liabilities) comprise the following temporary differences:
Provision for ECL on loans
140
141
Provision for ECL on credit commitments
15
12
Cash flow hedges
(20)
(148)
Provision for employee entitlements
21
21
Compliance, regulation and remediation provisions
8
12
Software, property and equipment
(57)
(33)
Lease liabilities
72
64
Financial Instruments
9
10
Other temporary differences
10
9
Net deferred tax assets 198
88
The deferred tax (charge)/credit in income tax expense comprises the following temporary
differences:
Provision for ECL on loans
(1)
29
Provision for ECL on credit commitments
3
1
Provision for employee entitlements
-
2
Compliance, regulation and remediation provisions
(4)
(6)
Software, property and equipment
(24)
10
Lease liabilities
8
(14)
Financial Instruments
(1)
(18)
Other temporary differences
1
2
Total deferred tax (charge)/credit in income tax expense (18)
6
The deferred tax (charge)/credit in OCI comprises the following temporary differences:
Cash flow hedges
128
16
Provision for employee entitlements
-
(2)
Total deferred tax (charge)/credit in OCI 128
14
Notes to the financial statements
36Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 16 Intangible assets
Accounting policy
Indefinite life intangible assets
Goodwill
Goodwill acquired in a business combination is initially measured at cost, generally being the excess of:
i.the consideration paid; over
ii.the net fair value of the identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities acquired.
Subsequently, goodwill is not amortised but rather tested for impairment. Impairment is tested at least annually or whenever there is an
indication of impairment. An impairment charge is recognised when a CGU’s carrying value exceeds its recoverable amount. Recoverable
amount means the higher of the CGU’s fair value less costs to sell and its value-in-use.
The NZ Banking Group’s CGUs represent the smallest identifiable group of assets that generate cash inflows that are largely independent of the
cash inflows from other assets or group of assets. They reflect the level at which the NZ Banking Group monitors and manages its operations.
Finite life intangible assets
Finite life intangibles such as computer software which are recognised initially at cost and subsequently at amortised cost less any impairment.
IntangibleUseful lifeAmortisation method
GoodwillIndefiniteNot applicable
Computer software3 to 5 yearsStraight-line method
Critical accounting assumptions and estimates
Judgement is required in determining the fair value of assets and liabilities acquired in a business combination. A different assessment of fair
values would have resulted in a different goodwill balance and different post-acquisition performance of the acquired entity.
When assessing impairment of intangible assets, significant judgement is needed to determine the appropriate cash flows and discount rates to
be applied to the calculations. The significant assumptions applied to the value-in-use calculations are outlined below.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Goodwill
525
525
Computer software
462
457
Total intangible assets 987
982
Goodwill has been allocated to the following CGUs:
Consumer Banking and Wealth
512
512
BT Funds Management (NZ) Limited
13
13
Net carrying amount of goodwill 525
525
Impairment testing and results
Impairment testing is performed at least once a year, or whenever there is an indication of impairment, by comparing the recoverable amount of
each CGU with the carrying amount. The primary test for the recoverable amount is determined based on value-in-use which refers to the present
value of expected cash flows under its current use.
Impairment testing in the current year confirmed that the NZ Banking Group continues to have considerable headroom when determining whether
goodwill is recoverable, and no impairment should be recognised.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group37
Note 16 Intangible assets (continued)
Significant assumptions used in recoverable amount calculations
The assumptions made for goodwill impairment testing for each relevant significant CGU are provided in the following table and are based on past
experience and management’s expectations for the future. In the current year and given the present economic environment, the NZ Banking
Group has reassessed these assumptions and revised them where necessary in order to provide a reasonable estimate of the value-in-use of the
CGUs.
Discount rateCash flows
Equity rate / adjusted pre-tax equity rateForecast period / terminal growth rate
2024
2023
2024
2023
Consumer Banking and Wealth
11.7% / 15.4%
11.5% / 15.2%
3 years / 2%
3 years / 2%
BT Funds Management (NZ) Limited
11.7% / 15.4%
11.5% / 15.2%
3 years / 2%
3 years / 2%
The NZ Banking Group discounts the projected cash flows by the adjusted pre-tax equity rate.
The cash flows used are based on management approved forecasts. These forecasts utilise information about current and future economic
conditions, observable historical information and management expectations of future business performance. The terminal value growth rate
represents the growth rate applied to extrapolate cash flows beyond the forecast period and reflects the midpoint of the Reserve Bank’s inflation
target over the medium term.
There are no reasonably possible changes in assumptions for any significant CGU that would result in an indication of impairment or have a
material impact on the NZ Banking Group’s reported results.
Note 17 Deposits and other borrowings
Accounting policy
Deposits and other borrowings are initially recognised at fair value and subsequently either measured at amortised cost using the effective
interest method or at fair value.
Deposits and other borrowings are designated at fair value if they are managed on a fair value basis, reduce or eliminate an accounting
mismatch, or contain an embedded derivative.
Where they are measured at fair value, any changes in fair value (except those due to changes in credit risk) are recognised in the income
statement. The change in the fair value that is attributable to changes in credit risk is recognised in OCI except where it would create an
accounting mismatch, in which case it is also recognised in the income statement.
Interest expense incurred is recognised in net interest income using the effective interest method.
Non-interest bearing relates to instruments which do not carry an entitlement to interest.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Certificates of deposit
1,863
2,413
Non-interest bearing, repayable at call
1
11,196
12,364
Other interest bearing:
At call
1
29,028
28,947
Term
39,452
38,472
Total deposits and other borrowings 81,539
82,196
Deposits at fair value
1,863
2,413
Deposits at amortised cost
79,676
79,783
Total deposits and other borrowings 81,539
82,196
1
Comparative amounts have been revised to align to the current year presentation, resulting in a $355 million increase in Non-interest bearing, repayable at call and
a corresponding decrease in Other interest bearing at call.
Notes to the financial statements
38Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 18 Other financial liabilities
Accounting policy
Other financial liabilities include liabilities measured at amortised cost as well as liabilities which are measured at FVIS. Financial liabilities
measured at FVIS include:
●trading liabilities (i.e. securities sold short); and
●liabilities designated at FVIS (i.e. certain repurchase agreements).
Repurchase agreements
Where securities are sold subject to an agreement to repurchase at a predetermined price, they remain recognised on the balance sheet in their
original category (i.e. trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS or investment securities).
The cash consideration received is recognised as a liability (repurchase agreements). Repurchase agreements are designated at fair value when
they are managed as part of a trading portfolio, otherwise they are measured on an amortised cost basis.
Where a repurchase agreement is designated at fair value, any changes in fair value (except those due to change in credit risk) are recognised in
the income statement as they arise. The change in fair value that is attributable to credit risk is recognised in OCI except where it would create
an accounting mismatch, in which case it is also recognised in the income statement.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Repurchase agreements
1
3,076
5,168
Interbank placements
-
46
Accrued interest payable
916
866
Securities purchased not delivered
704
232
Trade creditors and other accrued expenses
202
213
Securities sold short
408
683
Other
129
14
Total other financial liabilities 5,435
7,222
Other financial liabilities at fair value
461
800
Other financial liabilities at amortised cost
4,974
6,422
Total other financial liabilities 5,435
7,222
1
Repurchase agreements include those under the Funding for Lending Programme and Term Lending Facility. Refer to Note 32.2.2 for further details.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group39
Note 19 Debt issues
Accounting policy
Debt issues are bonds, notes and commercial paper that have been issued by the NZ Banking Group.
Debt issues are initially measured at fair value and subsequently either measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method or at fair
value.
Debt issues are designated at fair value if they reduce or eliminate an accounting mismatch or contain an embedded derivative.
Where they are measured at fair value, any changes in fair value (except those due to changes in credit risk) are recognised in the income
statement. The change in the fair value that is attributable to changes in credit risk is recognised in OCI except where it would create an
accounting mismatch, in which case it is also recognised in the income statement.
Interest expense incurred is recognised within net interest income using the effective interest method.
In the following table, the distinction between short-term (12 months or less) and long-term (greater than 12 months) debt is based on the original
maturity of the underlying security.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Short-term debt
Commercial paper
3,726
1,471
Total short-term debt 3,726
1,471
Long-term debt
Non-domestic medium-term notes
9,795
8,564
Covered bonds
4,310
4,994
Domestic medium-term notes
3,788
3,568
Total long-term debt 17,893
17,126
Total debt issues 21,619
18,597
Debt issues at fair value
3,726
1,471
Debt issues at amortised cost
17,893
17,126
Total debt issues 21,619
18,597
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Movement reconciliation
Balance at beginning of the year 18,597
19,933
Issuances
10,060
7,827
Maturities, repayments, buy-backs and reductions
(7,429)
(9,290)
Total cash movements 2,631
(1,463)
FX translation impact
(456)
(41)
Fair value adjustments
9
9
Fair value hedge accounting adjustments
726
59
Other
1
112
100
Total non-cash movements 391
127
Balance at end of the year 21,619
18,597
1
Includes items such as unwind of discount on issuance and amortisation of issue costs
Notes to the financial statements
40Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 20 Provisions
Accounting policy
Provisions are recognised for present obligations arising from past events where a payment (or other economic transfer) is likely to be necessary
to settle the obligation and can be reliably estimated.
Employee benefits – annual leave and other employee benefits
The provision for annual leave and other employee benefits (including long service leave, wages and salaries, inclusive of non-monetary benefits,
and any associated on-costs (e.g. payroll tax)) is calculated based on expected payments.
Provision for ECL on credit commitments
The NZ Banking Group is committed to provide facilities and guarantees as explained in Note 27. If it is probable that a facility will be drawn and
the resulting asset will be less than the drawn amount then a provision for impairment is recognised. The provision for impairment is calculated
using the same methodology as the provision for ECL (refer to Note 12).
Compliance, regulation and remediation provisions
The compliance, regulation and remediation provisions relate to matters pertaining to the provision of services to our customers identified both
as a result of regulatory action and internal reviews. An assessment of the likely cost to the NZ Banking Group of these matters (including
applicable customer refunds) is made on a case-by-case basis and specific provisions are made where appropriate.
Critical accounting assumptions and estimates
The financial reporting of provisions for compliance, regulation and remediation involves a significant degree of judgement in relation to
identifying whether a present obligation exists and also in estimating the probability, timing, nature and quantum of the outflows that may arise
from past events. These judgements are made based on the specific facts and circumstances relating to the individual events. Specific
judgements in respect of material items are included in the discussion below.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions
Annual leave and
other employee
benefits
Provision for ECL
on credit
commitments
(refer to Note 12)
Compliance,
regulation and
remediation
provisions
Lease restoration
obligationsOther Total
Balance as at 30 September 2023
112 44 54 24 15 249
Additions
104 9 3
1
5 122
Utilisation
(100) - (4) (2) (10) (116)
Reversal of unutilised provisions
(11) -
(13) - (3) (27)
Balance as at 30 September 2024 105 53 40 23 7 228
Compliance, regulation and remediation provisions
The compliance, regulation and remediation provisions relate to matters pertaining to the provision of services to our customers identified as a
result of regulatory action and internal reviews, including the NZ Banking Group’s review of processes for some products relating to the
requirements of the CCCFA.
All potential claims and other liabilities are assessed on a case-by-case basis. A provision has been recognised where the NZ Banking Group has
conducted an assessment which determines the likelihood of loss as probable and where its potential loss can be reliably estimated.
A number of different estimates and judgements have been applied in measuring the provision at 30 September 2024, including the number of
impacted customers, the refund per customer and the additional costs to run the remediation programme. It is possible that the actual outcome
for these matters may differ from the assumptions used in estimating the provision. Remediation processes may change over time as further facts
emerge and such changes could result in a change to the final exposure.
Where a provision has not been recognised, a contingent liability may exist. Refer to Note 27 for further details on contingent liabilities.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group41
Note 21 Loan capital
Accounting policy
Loan capital is comprised of debt instruments which qualify for inclusion as regulatory capital under either the Reserve Bank BPRs or, in relation
to the Overseas Bank, the APRA Prudential Standards. Loan capital is initially measured at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised
cost using the effective interest method. Interest expense incurred is recognised in net interest income.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Additional Tier 1 loan capital - USD AT1 securities
1,881
1,879
Tier 2 loan capital - Subordinated notes
1,212
1,172
Total loan capital 3,093
3,051
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Movement reconciliation
Balance at beginning of the year 3,051
2,576
Issuances
1
-
592
Maturities, repayments, buy-backs and reductions
(6)
-
Total cash movements (6)
592
FX translation impact
(122)
(101)
Fair value hedge accounting adjustments
164
(22)
Other (amortisation of bond issue costs, etc)
6
6
Total non-cash movements 48
(117)
Balance at end of the year 3,093
3,051
1
Issuances in the year ended 30 September 2023 consisted of $600 million in loan capital issuances and was net of $8 million in issue costs.
Additional Tier 1 loan capital
A summary of the key terms and features of the USD AT1 securities is provided below:
$Issue dateCounterpartyInterest rateOptional redemption date
US$1,250 million securities
1
21 September 2017
External
5.00% p.a.
2
21 September 2027 and every fifth anniversary thereafter
1
The USD AT1 securities were issued by the Overseas Bank acting through its NZ Branch.
2
Fixed interest rate of 5.00% p.a., until, but excluding 21 September 2027 (the ‘first reset date’). Every fifth anniversary thereafter is a reset date. If the USD AT1
securities are not redeemed, converted or written-off by the first reset date, the interest rate from, and including, each reset date thereafter to, but excluding the
next succeeding reset date, will be a fixed rate per annum equal to the prevailing 5-year USD mid-market swap rate plus 2.888% p.a.
Interest payable
Semi-annual interest payments on the USD AT1 securities are at the absolute discretion of the Overseas Bank and will only be paid if the payment
conditions are satisfied, including that the interest payment will not result in a breach of the Overseas Bank’s capital requirements under APRA’s
prudential standards; not result in the Overseas Bank becoming, or being likely to become, insolvent; and if APRA does not object to the payment.
Broadly, if for any reason an interest payment has not been paid in full on the relevant payment date, the Overseas Bank must not determine or
pay any dividends on Overseas Bank ordinary shares or undertake a discretionary buy-back or capital reduction of Overseas Bank ordinary shares,
unless the unpaid interest is paid in full within 20 business days of the relevant payment date or in certain other circumstances.
Redemption
The Overseas Bank may redeem all (but not some) USD AT1 securities on 21 September 2027 and every fifth anniversary thereafter, or for certain
taxation or regulatory reasons, subject to APRA’s prior written approval.
Notes to the financial statements
42Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 21 Loan capital (continued)
Conversion
If a capital trigger event or non-viability trigger event occurs, the Overseas Bank must convert some or all of the USD AT1 securities into a variable
number of Overseas Bank ordinary shares calculated using the formula described in the terms of the USD AT1 securities but subject to a maximum
conversion number. The conversion number of the Overseas Bank’s ordinary shares will be calculated using the outstanding principal amount of
each USD AT1 security translated into Australian dollars and the Overseas Bank ordinary share price determined over the five business day period
prior to the capital trigger event date or non-viability trigger event date and includes a 1% discount. The maximum conversion number is
calculated using the outstanding principal amount of each USD AT1 security translated into Australian dollars at the time of issue and the Overseas
Bank share price which is broadly equivalent to 20% of the Overseas Bank ordinary share price at the time of issue of the USD AT1 securities.
A capital trigger event occurs when the Overseas Bank determines, or APRA notifies the Overseas Bank in writing that it believes, the Overseas
Bank’s Common Equity Tier 1 capital ratio is equal to or less than 5.125% (on a level 1 or level 2 basis, refer to Note 31). A non-viability trigger event
will occur where APRA notifies the Overseas Bank in writing that it believes conversion of all or some USD AT1 securities (or conversion or write-
down of relevant capital instruments of the Overseas Banking Group), or public sector injection of capital (or equivalent support), in each case is
necessary because without it, the Overseas Bank would become non-viable. No conversion conditions apply in these circumstances.
If conversion of the USD AT1 securities does not occur within five business days, holders’ rights in relation to the USD AT1 securities will be
immediately and irrevocably terminated.
Tier 2 loan capital
A summary of the key terms and features of the subordinated notes is provided below:
$Issue dateCounterpartyInterest rate
Maturity
date
Optional redemption date
NZ$600
million
notes
1
16 September
2022
ExternalFixed at 6.19% p.a. until 16 September 2027.
Resets on 16 September 2027 to a floating rate:
NZ 3 month bank bill rate + 2.10% p.a.
16 September
2032
16 September 2027 and every
quarterly interest payment date
thereafter
NZ$600
million
notes
1
14 August
2023
ExternalFixed at 6.73% p.a. until 14 February 2029.
Resets on 14 February 2029 to a floating rate: NZ
3 month bank bill rate + 2.00% p.a.
14 February
2034
14 February 2029 and every
quarterly interest payment date
thereafter
1
The subordinated notes were issued by Westpac New Zealand for the purposes of the Reserve Bank's capital requirements, however they do not constitute Tier 2
capital for the Overseas Banking Group as the terms of the Tier 2 capital do not satisfy APRA's capital requirements.
Common features of subordinated notes
Interest payable
Quarterly interest payments on the subordinated notes are subject to Westpac New Zealand being solvent at the time of, and immediately
following, the interest payment.
Early redemption
Westpac New Zealand may elect to redeem all or some of the 2022 or 2023 subordinated notes for their face value together with accrued interest
(if any) on an optional redemption date for the series specified above, subject to the Reserve Bank’s prior written approval. Early redemption of all
of the 2022 or 2023 subordinated notes for certain tax or regulatory reasons is permitted on an interest payment date subject to the Reserve
Bank’s prior written approval.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group43
Note 22 Shareholders' equity
Accounting policy
Ordinary shares
Ordinary shares are recognised at the amount paid up per ordinary share, net of directly attributable issue costs.
Non-controlling interests
NCI represent the share in the net assets of controlled entities attributable to equity interests that are not owned directly or indirectly by a
parent. NCI reflect perpetual preference shares issued by Westpac New Zealand, recognised at the amount paid up per share, net of directly
attributable issue costs.
Reserves
Investment securities reserve
This comprises the changes in the fair value of debt securities measured at FVOCI (except for interest income, impairment charges and FX gains
and losses which are recognised in the income statement), net of any related hedge accounting adjustments and tax. These changes are
transferred to non-interest income in the income statement when the asset is disposed of.
Cash flow hedge reserve
This comprises the fair value gains and losses associated with the effective portion of designated cash flow hedging instruments, net of tax.
Share capital
Share capital fully paidNZ BANKING GROUP
2024202320242023
Number of Shares Issued
Number of Shares Issued
$ millions
$ millions
Ordinary shares
6,045,000,000
6,045,000,000
6,045
6,045
Head office account - branch capital
1
-
-
1,300
1,300
Total share capital and branch capital6,045,000,000
6,045,000,000
7,345
7,345
1
Branch capital comprises funds provided by the Overseas Bank to support the NZ Branch. It is non-interest bearing, and there is no fixed date for repatriations.
On 15 March 2 0 2 4, BT Financial Group (NZ) Limited declared and paid a cash dividend of $6 million to Westpac Equity Holdings Pty Limited with
imputation credits of $2 million attached (30 September 2023: $7 million on 29 March 2 0 2 3 with nil imputation credits attached).
On 26 February 2 0 2 4 and 26 August 2 0 2 4, Westpac New Zealand Group Limited declared and paid cash dividends of $284 million and $308
million respectively to Westpac Overseas Holdings No.2 Pty Limited with imputation credits of $110 million and $120 million attached respectively
(30 September 2023: $311 million on 17 February 2 0 2 3 and $301 million on 18 August 2 0 2 3 with nil and $117 million imputation credits attached
respectively).
Non-controlling interests
Perpetual preference shares fully paid
NZ Banking Group
2024202320242023
Number of Shares Issued
Number of Shares Issued
$ millions
$ millions
Perpetual preference shares issued
1,2
375,000,000
-
369
-
1
Net of $6 million issue costs.
2
The PPS were issued by Westpac New Zealand for the purposes of the Reserve Bank's capital requirements, however they do not constitute Additional Tier 1 capital
for the Overseas Banking Group as the terms of the PPS do not satisfy APRA's capital requirements.
On 13 September 2024, Westpac New Zealand issued 375 million PPS to external investors (30 September 2023: nil), which are quoted on the NZX
Debt Market. The PPS represent non-controlling interests in the NZ Banking Group.
Notes to the financial statements
44Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 22 Shareholders' equity (continued)
A summary of the key terms of the PPS is provided below.
$Issue dateCounterpartyPPS dividend rateOptional redemption date
NZ$375
million
13 September
2024
External
Fixed at 7.10% p.a. until 13 September
2029 (when it resets to a floating rate
equal to the NZ 3 month bank bill rate +
3.50% p.a.)
13 September 2029 and each quarterly scheduled
dividend payment date after that date
Ranking and rights in liquidation
The PPS were issued by Westpac New Zealand, rank equally with other Additional Tier 1 capital instruments of Westpac New Zealand, and are
subordinated to the claims of depositors and other creditors of Westpac New Zealand (including holders of Tier 2 loan capital) but rank ahead of
Westpac New Zealand’s ordinary shares. The PPS do not carry any voting rights.
PPS dividends payable
Quarterly PPS dividends are at the absolute discretion of Westpac New Zealand. In addition, PPS dividends will only be paid if Westpac New
Zealand is solvent on the payment date and remains solvent immediately after such payment is made and the payment of the PPS dividend will not
result in a breach of Westpac New Zealand’s conditions of registration as at the time of the payment.
PPS dividends are non-cumulative. If a PPS dividend is not paid in full, Westpac New Zealand may not determine or pay any dividends on its
ordinary shares or undertake a discretionary buy-back or capital reduction of Westpac New Zealand’s ordinary shares until a subsequent PPS
dividend is paid in full (except in limited circumstances).
Redemption
Westpac New Zealand may elect to redeem all of the PPS, on the relevant optional redemption date, or at any time for certain tax or regulatory
reasons. Redemption is subject to certain conditions, including the Reserve Bank’s prior written approval and Westpac New Zealand remaining
solvent immediately after the redemption. Holders have no right to require redemption.
Conversion
The PPS have no conversion or exchange options and no non-viability triggers.
Reserves
Reconciliation of movement in reserves
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Investment securirites reserve
Balance as at beginning of year
(287)
(285)
Net gains/(losses) from changes in fair value
239
(3)
Income tax effect
(67)
1
Balance as at end of year
(115)
(287)
Cash flow hedge reserve
Balance as at beginning of year
381
423
Net gains/(losses) from changes in fair value
(398)
(102)
Income tax effect
111
29
Transferred to income statement
(60)
44
Income tax effect
17
(13)
Balance as at end of year
51
381
Total Reserves (64)
94
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group45
Note 23 Related entities
Related entities
The NZ Banking Group’s related parties are those it controls or can exert significant influence over. Examples include subsidiaries, associates, joint
ventures and superannuation plans as well as key management personnel and their related parties.
NZ Banking Group
The NZ Banking Group consists of the New Zealand operations of the Overseas Banking Group including the NZ Branch and the following
controlled entities as at 30 September 2024 whose business is required to be reported in the financial statements of the Overseas Banking Group’s
New Zealand business:
Name of entityPrincipal activityNotes
BT Financial Group (NZ) Limited (‘BTFGNZL’)Holding company
BT Funds Management (NZ) Limited (‘BTNZ’) Funds management company
Westpac Financial Services Group-NZ-Limited (‘WFSGNZL’) Holding company
Westpac Group Investment-NZ-Limited (‘WGINZL’) Holding company
Westpac Holdings-NZ-Limited (‘WHNZL’) Holding company
Westpac Capital-NZ-Limited (‘WCNZL’)Finance company
Westpac Equity Investments NZ LimitedNon-active company
Westpac New Zealand Group Limited (‘WNZGL’)Holding company
Westpac New Zealand LimitedRegistered bank
Westpac NZ Operations Limited (‘WNZOL’)Holding company
Number 120 Limited Finance company, currently non-active
Red Bird Ventures Limited
1
Corporate venture capital company, currently non-
active
The Home Mortgage Company LimitedResidential mortgage company, currently non-active
Westpac New Zealand Staff Superannuation Scheme Trustee
Limited
Trustee company
Westpac (NZ) Investments Limited (‘WNZIL’)Property company
Westpac Securities NZ Limited (‘WSNZL’) Funding company
Westpac Securitisation Management NZ Limited (‘WSMNZL’)
2
Securitisation management company
Westpac NZ Covered Bond Holdings Limited (‘WNZCBHL’)Holding company19% owned
3
Westpac NZ Covered Bond Limited (‘WNZCBL’)Guarantor19% owned
3
Westpac NZ Securitisation Holdings Limited (‘WNZSHL’) Holding company19% owned
4
Westpac NZ Securitisation Limited (‘WNZSL’) Funding company19% owned
4
Westpac Cash PIE Fund Portfolio investment entityNot owned
5
Westpac Notice Saver PIE Fund Portfolio investment entityNot owned
5
Westpac Term PIE FundPortfolio investment entityNot owned
5
Notes to the financial statements
46Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 23 Related entities (continued)
1
Red Bird Ventures Limited holds 34.54% diluted (36.56% undiluted) (30 September 2023: 35.03% diluted (37.1% undiluted)) equity in Akahu Technologies Limited,
an associate, which is not a controlled entity.
2
On 14 June 2023, WNZOL acquired all 1,000 shares in WSMNZL from WNZSHL, at which point WSMNZL became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westpac New
Zealand. Westpac New Zealand was previously considered to control WSMNZL based on contractual arrangements in place.
3
The NZ Banking Group, through WNZOL (9.5%) and WHNZL (9.5%), has a total qualifying interest of 19% in WNZCBHL and its wholly-owned subsidiary company,
WNZCBL. Westpac New Zealand is considered to control both WNZCBHL and WNZCBL based on contractual arrangements in place, and as such both WNZCBHL
and WNZCBL are consolidated within the financial statements of the NZ Banking Group.
4
The NZ Banking Group, through WNZOL (9.5%) and WHNZL (9.5%), has a total qualifying interest of 19% in WNZSHL and its wholly-owned subsidiary company,
WNZSL. Westpac New Zealand is considered to control both WNZSHL and WNZSL based on contractual arrangements in place, and as such WNZSHL and WNZSL
are consolidated within the financial statements of the NZ Banking Group.
5
Westpac Term PIE Fund, Westpac Cash PIE Fund and Westpac Notice Saver PIE Fund (collectively referred to as the ‘PIE Funds’) were established as unit trusts.
The PIE Funds PIEs, where BTNZ is the manager and issuer. The manager has appointed Westpac New Zealand to perform all customer management and account
administration for the PIE Funds. Westpac New Zealand is the PIE Funds’ registrar and administration manager. Westpac New Zealand does not hold any units in the
PIE Funds, however is considered to control them, and as such the PIE Funds are consolidated in the financial statements of the NZ Banking Group.
On 11 October 2023, the deregistration of Westpac Superannuation Nominees-NZ-Limited ('WSNNZL') and Westpac Nominees-NZ-Limited
('WNNZL') from the New Zealand companies register was completed, at which point both WSNNZL and WNNZL ceased to be subsidiaries of the
Overseas Bank and controlled entities of the NZ Banking Group.
On 26 October 2023, the deregistration of Aotearoa Financial Services Limited ('AFSL') from the New Zealand companies register was completed,
at which point AFSL ceased to be a subsidiary of Westpac New Zealand and a controlled entity of the NZ Banking Group.
Other than as disclosed above, there have been no changes in the ownership percentages since 30 September 2023.
All entities in the NZ Banking Group are 100% owned unless otherwise stated. All the entities within the NZ Banking Group have a balance date of
30 September and are incorporated in New Zealand except the PIE Funds which have a balance date of 31 March.
Other significant related entities of the NZ Banking Group include the Overseas Bank and branches of the Overseas Bank based in London and New
York.
Nature of transactions
The NZ Banking Group has transactions with members of the Overseas Banking Group on commercial terms, including the provision of
management, distribution and administrative services and data processing facilities.
Loan finance and current account banking facilities are provided by the NZ Branch and the Overseas Bank to members of the NZ Banking Group on
normal commercial terms. The interest earned on these loans and the interest paid on deposits are at market rates.
The NZ Banking Group enters into derivative transactions with the Overseas Bank (refer to Note 24). They are accounted for as trading derivatives
except for cross currency swaps in place with the Overseas Bank, which are designated in a cash flow hedge relationship to hedge the currency
risk exposure of funding from the London Branch.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group47
Note 23 Related entities (continued)
Transactions with related entities
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions
Note
2024
2023
Overseas Bank
Interest income2
115
127
Interest expense
1
2
100
86
Non-interest income - management fees received
3
2
Operating expenses - management fees4
15
11
Other
2
5
-
Other controlled entities of the Overseas Bank
BTFGNZL dividend paid to Westpac Equity Holdings Pty Limited ('WEHPL')22
6
7
WNZGL dividends paid to Westpac Overseas Holdings No. 2 Pty Limited ('WOHN2PL')22
592
612
1
Includes interest expense incurred on funding from the Overseas Bank.
2
Includes capitalised issue costs on financial or equity instruments and costs capitalised as software.
Due from and to related entities
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Due from related entities
Overseas Bank
3,428
4,488
Other controlled entities of the Overseas Bank
1
-
Total due from related entities 3,429
4,488
Due from related entities at fair value
1
2,716
1,768
Due from related entities at amortised cost
713
2,720
Total due from related entities 3,429
4,488
Due to related entities
Overseas Bank
3,236
4,665
Other controlled entities of the Overseas Bank
1
1
Total due to related entities 3,237
4,666
Due to related entities at fair value
2
2,055
3,300
Due to related entities at amortised cost
1,182
1,366
Total due to related entities 3,237
4,666
1
Consists of derivative financial instruments of $2,716 million (30 September 2023: $1,768 million) (refer to Note 24).
2
Consists of derivative financial instruments of $2,044 million (30 September 2023: $3,300 million) (refer to Note 24) and $11 million repurchase agreements (30
September 2023: nil).
Notes to the financial statements
48Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 23 Related entities (continued)
Key management personnel compensation
Key management personnel are those who, directly or indirectly, have authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the
activities of the NZ Banking Group. This includes all Executive/Non-Executive Directors and the executive team of Westpac New Zealand, and
other members of the executive team of the NZ Banking Group.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$'000s2024
2023
Salaries and other short-term benefits
10,278
10,210
Post-employment benefits
764
725
Termination benefits
344
-
Share-based payments
1
2,530
1,701
Total key management personnel compensation 13,916
12,636
Loans to key management personnel
6,363
1,497
Deposits from key management personnel
5,583
6,140
Interest income on loans to key management personnel
279
73
Interest expense on deposits from key management personnel
74
146
1
Equity-settled remuneration is based on the amortisation over the performance and vesting period (normally two to five years). It is calculated using the fair value
at the grant date of hurdled and unhurdled share rights granted during the relevant periods up to 30 September 2024.
Where the Directors of the Overseas Bank have received remuneration from the NZ Banking Group, the amounts are included above. Details of
Directors’ remuneration are disclosed in the Overseas Banking Group’s 30 September 2024 Annual Report
Loans and deposits with key management personnel
All loans and deposits are made in the ordinary course of business of the NZ Banking Group. Loans are on terms that range between variable, fixed
rate up to five years and interest only loans, all of which are in accordance with the NZ Banking Group’s lending policies.
As at 30 September 2024, no amounts have been written off and no individual provision has been recognised in respect of loans given to key
management personnel and their related parties (30 September 2023: nil). These loans have been included within the loan portfolio when
determining collectively assessed provisions.
Other key management personnel transactions
All other transactions with key management personnel, their related entities and other related parties are conducted in the ordinary course of
business. These transactions principally involve the provision of financial, investment and insurance services.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group49
Note 24 Derivative financial instruments
Accounting policy
Derivative financial instruments are instruments whose values are derived from the value of an underlying asset, reference rate or index and
include forwards, futures, swaps and options. Derivatives with related parties are included in due from/due to related entities.
The NZ Banking Group uses derivative financial instruments for meeting customers’ needs; our ALM activities, and undertaking market making
and positioning activities.
Trading derivatives
Derivatives which are used in our ALM activities but are not designated into a hedge accounting relationship are considered economic hedges.
These derivatives, along with derivatives used for meeting customers’ needs and undertaking market making and positioning activities are
measured at FVIS and are disclosed as trading derivatives in this note.
Hedging derivatives
Hedging derivatives are those which are used in our ALM activities and have also been designated into one of two hedge accounting
relationships: fair value hedge; or cash flow hedge. These derivatives are measured at fair value. These hedge designations and the associated
accounting treatment are detailed below.
For more details regarding the NZ Banking Group’s ALM activities, refer to Note 32.
Fair value hedges
Fair value hedges are used to hedge the exposure to changes in the fair value of an asset or liability.
Changes in the fair value of derivatives and the hedged asset or liability in fair value hedges are recognised in non-interest income. The carrying
value of the hedged asset or liability is adjusted for the changes in fair value related to the hedged risk.
If a hedge is discontinued, any fair value adjustments to the carrying value of the asset or liability are amortised to net interest income over the
period to maturity. If the asset or liability is sold, any unamortised adjustment is immediately recognised in net interest income.
Cash flow hedges
Cash flow hedges are used to hedge the exposure to variability of cash flows attributable to an asset, liability or future forecast transaction.
For effective hedges, changes in the fair value of derivatives are recognised in the cash flow hedge reserve through OCI and subsequently
recognised in net interest income when the cash flows attributable to the asset or liability that was hedged impact the income statement.
For hedges with some ineffectiveness, the changes in the fair value of the derivatives relating to the ineffective portion are immediately
recognised in non-interest income.
If a hedge is discontinued, any cumulative gain or loss remains in OCI. It is amortised to net interest income over the period which the asset or
liability that was hedged also impacts the income statement.
If a hedge of a forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur, any cumulative gain or loss in OCI is immediately recognised in net interest
income.
Notes to the financial statements
50Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 24 Derivative financial instruments (continued)
The carrying values of derivative instruments are set out in the tables below:
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
TradingHedging
Total derivatives carrying
value
$ millionsAssetsLiabilitiesAssetsLiabilitiesAssetsLiabilities
Interest rate contracts
Forward rate agreements
8 (75) - - 8 (75)
Swap agreements
10,321 (10,524) 449 (589) 10,770 (11,113)
Total interest rate contracts 10,329 (10,599) 449 (589) 10,778 (11,188)
FX contracts
Spot and forward contracts
1,938 (1,921) - - 1,938 (1,921)
Cross currency swap agreements (principal and
interest)
1,915 (3,000) 142 (281) 2,057 (3,281)
Total FX contracts 3,853 (4,921) 142 (281) 3,995 (5,202)
Total of gross derivatives 14,182 (15,520) 591 (870) 14,773 (16,390)
Impact of netting arrangements
(8,414) 8,414 - - (8,414) 8,414
Total of net derivatives 5,768 (7,106) 591 (870) 6,359 (7,976)
Consisting of:
Derivatives held with external counterparties
3,052 (5,062) 591 (870) 3,643 (5,932)
Derivatives held with related parties
2,716 (2,044) - - 2,716 (2,044)
NZ BANKING GROUP
2023
TradingHedging
Total derivatives carrying
value
$ millionsAssetsLiabilitiesAssetsLiabilitiesAssetsLiabilities
Interest rate contracts
Swap agreements 13,705 (13,846) 1,152 (551) 14,857 (14,397)
Total interest rate contracts
13,705 (13,846) 1,152 (551) 14,857 (14,397)
FX contracts
Spot and forward contracts 1,712 (1,693) - - 1,712 (1,693)
Cross currency swap agreements (principal and
interest)
1,087 (2,350) 353 (465) 1,440 (2,815)
Total FX contracts
2,799 (4,043) 353 (465) 3,152 (4,508)
Total of gross derivatives
16,504 (17,889) 1,505 (1,016) 18,009 (18,905)
Impact of netting arrangements (10,747) 10,747 - - (10,747) 10,747
Total of net derivatives
5,757 (7,142) 1,505 (1,016) 7,262 (8,158)
Consisting of:
Derivatives held with external counterparties 3,989 (3,842) 1,505 (1,016) 5,494 (4,858)
Derivatives held with related parties 1,768 (3,300) - - 1,768 (3,300)
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group51
Note 24 Derivative financial instruments (continued)
Hedge accounting
The NZ Banking Group designates derivatives into hedge accounting relationships in order to manage the volatility in earnings and capital that
would otherwise arise from interest rate and FX risks that may result from differences in the accounting treatment of derivatives and underlying
exposures. These hedge accounting relationships and the risks they are used to hedge are described below.
The NZ Banking Group enters into one-to-one hedge relationships to manage specific exposures where the terms of the hedged item significantly
match the terms of the hedging instrument. The NZ Banking Group also uses dynamic hedge accounting where the hedged items are part of a
portfolio of assets and/or liabilities that frequently change. In this hedging strategy, the exposure being hedged and the hedging instruments may
change frequently rather than there being a one-to-one hedge accounting relationship for a specific exposure.
Fair value hedges
Interest rate risk
The NZ Banking Group hedges its interest rate risk to reduce exposure to changes in fair value due to interest rate fluctuations over the hedging
period. Interest rate risk arising from fixed rate debt issuances and fixed rate bonds classified as investment securities at FVOCI is hedged with
single currency fixed to floating interest rate derivatives. The NZ Banking Group also hedges its benchmark interest rate risk from fixed rate foreign
currency denominated debt issuances using cross currency swaps. In applying fair value hedge accounting the NZ Banking Group primarily uses
one-to-one hedge accounting to manage specific exposures.
The NZ Banking Group also uses a dynamic hedge accounting strategy for fair value portfolio hedge accounting of some fixed rate mortgages to
reduce exposure to changes in fair value due to interest rate fluctuations over the hedging period. These fixed rate mortgages are allocated to
time buckets based on their expected repricing dates and the fixed-to-floating interest rate derivatives are designated according to the capacity in
the relevant time buckets.
The NZ Banking Group hedges the benchmark interest rate which generally represents the most significant component of the changes in fair value.
The benchmark interest rate is a component of interest rate risk that is observable in the relevant financial markets, for example, Secured
Overnight Financing Rate (‘SOFR’) for USD interest rates and BKBM for NZD interest rates. Ineffectiveness may arise from timing or discounting
differences on repricing between the hedged item and the derivative. For portfolio hedge accounting, ineffectiveness also arises from prepayment
risk (i.e. the difference between actual and expected prepayment of loans). In order to manage the ineffectiveness from early repayments and
accommodate new originations the portfolio hedges are de-designated and redesignated periodically.
Cash flow hedges
Interest rate risk
The NZ Banking Group’s exposure to the volatility of interest cash flows from customer deposits and loans is hedged with interest rate derivatives
using a dynamic hedge accounting strategy called macro cash flow hedges. Customer deposits and loans are allocated to time buckets based on
their expected repricing dates. The interest rate derivatives are designated according to the gross asset or gross liability positions for the relevant
time buckets. The NZ Banking Group hedges the benchmark interest rate which generally represents the most significant component of the
changes in fair value. The benchmark interest rate is a component of interest rate risk that is observable in the relevant financial markets, for
example, Bank Bill Swap Rate for AUD interest rates, SOFR for USD interest rates and BKBM for NZD interest rates. Ineffectiveness may arise from
timing or discounting differences on repricing between the hedged item and the interest rate derivative. Ineffectiveness also arises if the notional
values of the interest rate derivatives exceed the aggregate notional exposure for the relevant time buckets. The hedge accounting relationship is
reviewed on a monthly basis and the hedging relationships are de-designated and redesignated if necessary.
FX risk
The NZ Banking Group’s exposure to foreign currency principal and credit margin cash flows from fixed rate foreign currency debt issuances is
hedged through the use of cross currency derivatives in a one-to-one hedging relationship to manage the changes between the foreign currency
and NZD. In addition, for floating rate foreign currency debt issuances, the NZ Banking Group hedges from foreign floating to NZD floating interest
rates. Ineffectiveness may arise from timing or discounting differences on repricing between the hedged item and the cross currency derivative.
Economic hedges
As part of the NZ Banking Group’s ALM activities, economic hedges may be entered into to hedge long-term funding transactions for risk
management purposes. These hedges do not qualify for hedge accounting and are therefore not included in the hedging instrument disclosures
below.
Notes to the financial statements
52Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 24 Derivative financial instruments (continued)
Hedging instruments
The following tables show the carrying value of hedging instruments and a maturity analysis of the notional amounts of the hedging instruments in
one-to-one hedge relationships categorised by the types of hedge relationships and the hedged risk.
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
Notional amountsCarrying value
$ millionsHedging instrumentHedged risk
Within 1
year
Over 1 year
to 5 years
Over 5
yearsTotalAssetsLiabilities
One-to-one hedge relationships
Fair value hedgesInterest rate swapInterest rate risk
478 7,222 225 7,925 145 (148)
Cross currency swapInterest rate risk
785 12,300 1,314 14,399 131 (264)
Cash flow hedgesCross currency swapFX risk
785 12,300 1,314 14,399 11 (17)
Total one-to-one hedge relationships 2,048 31,822 2,853 36,723 287 (429)
Macro hedge relationships
Portfolio fair value hedgesInterest rate swapInterest rate risk
N/AN/AN/A 15,803 3 (222)
Macro cash flow hedgesInterest rate swapInterest rate risk
N/AN/AN/A 26,610 301 (219)
Total macro hedge relationshipsN/AN/AN/A 42,413 304 (441)
Total of gross hedging derivativesN/AN/AN/A 79,136 591 (870)
Impact of netting arrangements
N/AN/AN/AN/A - -
Total of net hedging derivativesN/AN/AN/AN/A 591 (870)
NZ BANKING GROUP
2023
Notional amountsCarrying value
$ millionsHedging instrumentHedged risk
Within 1
year
Over 1 year
to 5 years
Over 5
yearsTotalAssetsLiabilities
One-to-one hedge relationships
Fair value hedgesInterest rate swapInterest rate risk 583 3,063 1,753 5,399 149 (224)
Cross currency swapInterest rate risk 3,867 10,202 459 14,528 (261) (754)
Cash flow hedgesCross currency swapFX risk 3,867 10,202 459 14,528 614 289
Total one-to-one hedge relationships
8,317 23,467 2,671 34,455 502 (689)
Macro hedge relationships
Portfolio fair value hedgesInterest rate swapInterest rate riskN/AN/AN/A 20,287 143 (22)
Macro cash flow hedgesInterest rate swapInterest rate riskN/AN/AN/A 26,118 860 (305)
Total macro hedge relationships
N/AN/AN/A 46,405 1,003 (327)
Total of gross hedging derivatives
N/AN/AN/A 80,860 1,505 (1,016)
Impact of netting arrangementsN/AN/AN/AN/A - -
Total of net hedging derivatives
N/AN/AN/AN/A 1,505 (1,016)
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group53
Note 24 Derivative financial instruments (continued)
The following table shows the weighted average exchange rate related to significant hedging instruments in one-to-one hedge relationships:
NZ BANKING GROUP
Weighted average hedged rate
Hedging instrumentHedged riskCurrency pair2024
2023
Cash flow hedges
Cross currency swapFX riskCHF:NZD
N/A
0.6613
EUR:NZD
0.5963
0.5943
HKD:NZD
5.1114
5.1114
USD:NZD
0.6252
0.6716
Impact of hedge accounting on the balance sheet and reserves
The following tables show the carrying amount of hedged items in a fair value hedge relationship and the component of the carrying amount
related to accumulated fair value hedge accounting (‘FVHA') adjustments.
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
$ millions
Carrying amount of
hedged item
Accumulated FVHA
adjustment included in
carrying amount
Carrying amount of
hedged item
Accumulated FVHA
adjustment included in
carrying amount
Interest rate risk
Investment securities
4,146 140
2,585
(93)
Loans
15,911 107
20,095
(191)
Debt issues and loan capital
(17,701) 313
(16,542)
1,204
There were no accumulated FVHA adjustments (30 September 2023: nil) included in the above carrying amounts relating to hedged items that
have ceased to be adjusted for hedging gains and losses.
The pre-tax impact of cash flow hedges on reserves is detailed below:
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
$ millions
Interest rate
riskFX riskTotal
Interest rate
riskFX riskTotal
Cash flow hedge reserve
Balance at beginning of the year
578 (48) 530
588 - 588
Net gains/(losses) from changes in fair value
(179) (219) (398)
209 (311) (102)
Transferred to net interest income
(262) 202 (60)
(219) 263 44
Balance at end of year
137 (65) 72
578 (48) 530
There were no balances remaining in the cash flow hedge reserve (30 September 2023: nil) relating to hedge relationships for which hedge
accounting is no longer applied.
Notes to the financial statements
54Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 24 Derivative financial instruments (continued)
Hedge effectiveness
Hedge effectiveness is tested prospectively at inception and during the lifetime of hedge relationships. For one-to-one hedge relationships this
testing uses a qualitative assessment of matched terms where the critical terms of the derivatives used as the hedging instrument match the
terms of the hedged item. In addition, a quantitative effectiveness test is performed for all hedges which could include regression analysis, dollar
offset and/or sensitivity analysis.
Retrospective testing is also performed to determine whether the hedge relationship remains highly effective so that hedge accounting can
continue to be applied and also to determine any ineffectiveness. These tests are performed using regression analysis and the dollar offset
method.
The following tables provide information regarding the determination of hedge effectiveness:
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
$ millionsHedging instrumentHedged risk
Change in fair value of
hedging instrument
used for calculating
ineffectiveness
Change in value of
the hedged item
used for calculating
ineffectiveness
Hedge
ineffectiveness
recognised in
non-interest
income
Fair value hedges
Interest rate swapInterest rate risk
(363) 371 8
Cross currency swapInterest rate risk
724 (729) (5)
Cash flow hedges
Interest rate swapInterest rate risk
(452) 440 (12)
Cross currency swapFX risk
(18) 18 -
Total (109) 100 (9)
NZ BANKING GROUP
2023
$ millionsHedging instrumentHedged risk
Change in fair value of
hedging instrument used
for calculating
ineffectiveness
Change in value of the
hedged item used for
calculating
ineffectiveness
Hedge
ineffectiveness
recognised in non-
interest income
Fair value hedges
Interest rate swapInterest rate risk (172) 180 8
Cross currency swapInterest rate risk 62 (59) 3
Cash flow hedges
Interest rate swapInterest rate risk (22) 11 (11)
Cross currency swapFX risk (48) 48 -
Total
(180) 180 -
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group55
Note 25 Fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities
Accounting policy
The fair value of a financial instrument is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction
between market participants at the measurement date.
On initial recognition, the transaction price generally represents the fair value of the financial instrument unless there is observable information
from an active market to the contrary. Where significant unobservable information is used, the difference between the transaction price and the
fair value (day one profit or loss) is recognised in the income statement over the life of the instrument or when the inputs become observable.
Critical accounting assumptions and estimates
The majority of valuation models used by the NZ Banking Group employ only observable market data as inputs. However, for certain financial
instruments, data may be employed which is not readily observable in current markets.
The availability of observable inputs is influenced by factors such as:
●product type;
●depth of market activity;
●maturity of market models; and
●complexity of the transaction.
Where unobservable market data is used, more judgement is required to determine fair value. The significance of these judgements depends on
the significance of the unobservable input to the overall valuation. Unobservable inputs are generally derived from other relevant market data
and adjusted against:
●standard industry practice;
●economic models; and
●observed transaction prices.
In order to determine a reliable fair value for a financial instrument, management may apply adjustments to the techniques previously
described.
These adjustments reflect the NZ Banking Group’s assessment of factors that market participants would consider in setting the fair value.
These adjustments incorporate bid/offer spreads, credit valuation adjustments and funding valuation adjustments.
Fair Valuation Control Framework
The NZ Banking Group uses a Fair Valuation Control Framework where the fair value is either determined or validated by a function independent of
the transaction. This framework formalises the policies and procedures used to achieve compliance with relevant accounting, industry and
regulatory standards. The framework includes specific controls relating to:
●the revaluation of financial instruments;
●independent price verification;
●fair value adjustments; and
●financial reporting.
A key element of the framework is the Revaluation Committee, comprising senior valuation specialists from within the Overseas Banking Group.
The Revaluation Committee reviews the application of the agreed policies and procedures to assess that a fair value measurement basis has been
applied.
The method of determining fair value differs depending on the information available.
Fair value hierarchy
A financial instrument’s categorisation within the valuation hierarchy is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value
measurement.
The NZ Banking Group categorises all fair value instruments according to the hierarchy described below.
Valuation techniques
The NZ Banking Group applies market accepted valuation techniques in determining the fair valuation of over-the-counter derivatives. This
includes credit valuation adjustments and funding valuation adjustments, which incorporate credit risk and funding costs and benefits that arise in
relation to uncollateralised derivative positions, respectively.
The specific valuation techniques, the observability of the inputs used in valuation models and the subsequent classification for each significant
product category are outlined as follows:
Notes to the financial statements
56Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 25 Fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities (continued)
Financial instruments measured at fair value
Level 1 instruments
The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets is based on recent unadjusted quoted prices. These prices are based on actual
arm’s length basis transactions.
The valuations of Level 1 instruments require little or no management judgement.
InstrumentBalance sheet categoryIncludesValuation
Exchange traded
products
Derivative financial
instruments
Exchange traded
interest rate futures -
derivative financial
instruments
These instruments are traded in liquid, active markets
where prices are readily observable. No modelling or
assumptions are used in the valuation.
Due from related entities
Due to related entities
FX products
Derivative financial
instruments
FX spot contracts
Debt instruments
Trading securities and
financial assets measured at
FVIS
New Zealand
Government bonds
Investment securities
Other financial liabilities
Level 2 instruments
The fair value for financial instruments that are not actively traded is determined using valuation techniques which maximise the use of observable
market prices. Valuation techniques include:
●the use of market standard discounting methodologies;
●option pricing models; and
●other valuation techniques widely used and accepted by market participants.
InstrumentBalance sheet categoryIncludesValuation
Interest rate
products
Derivative financial
instruments
Due from related entities
Due to related entities
Interest rate swaps,
forwards and options –
derivative financial
instruments
Industry standard valuation models are used to calculate the
expected future value of payments by product, which is
discounted back to a present value. The model’s interest rate
inputs are benchmark interest rates and active broker quoted
interest rates in the swap, bond and futures markets. Interest
rate volatilities are sourced from brokers and consensus data
providers. If consensus prices are not available, these are
classified as Level 3 instruments.
FX products
Derivative financial
instruments
Due from related entities
Due to related entities
FX swaps and FX
forward contracts –
derivative financial
instruments
Derived from market observable inputs or consensus pricing
providers using industry standard models. If consensus prices
are not available, these are classified as Level 3 instruments.
Asset backed
debt
instruments
Trading securities and financial
assets measured at FVIS
Investment securities
Asset backed securities
Valued using an industry approach to value floating rate debt
with prepayment features. The main inputs to the model are
the trading margin and the weighted average life of the
security. These inputs are sourced from a consensus data
provider. If consensus prices are not available, these are
classified as Level 3 instruments.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group57
Note 25 Fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities (continued)
InstrumentBalance sheet categoryIncludesValuation
Non-asset backed
debt instruments
Trading securities and financial
assets measured at FVIS
Investment securities
Other financial liabilities
Local authority and NZ
public securities, other
bank issued certificates
of deposit, commercial
paper, other
government securities,
off-shore securities and
corporate bonds
Repurchase agreements
and reverse repurchase
agreements over non-
asset backed debt
securities
Valued using observable market prices which are sourced
from independent pricing services, broker quotes or inter-
dealer prices. If prices are not available from these sources,
these are classified as Level 3 instruments.
Deposits and other
borrowings at fair
value
Deposits and other borrowingsCertificates of deposit
Discounted cash flow using market rates offered for deposits
of similar remaining maturities.
Debt issues at fair
value
Debt issuesCommercial paper
Discounted cash flows, using a discount rate which reflects
the terms of the instrument and the timing of cash flows
adjusted for market observable changes in the NZ Banking
Group’s implied creditworthiness.
Level 3 instruments
Financial instruments valued where at least one input that could have a significant effect on the instrument’s valuation is not based on observable
market data due to illiquidity or complexity of the product. These inputs are generally derived and extrapolated from other relevant market data
and calibrated against current market trends and historical transactions.
These valuations are calculated using a high degree of management judgement.
InstrumentBalance sheet categoryIncludesValuation
Interest rate derivatives
Derivative financial
instruments
Non-vanilla interest
rate
(inflation indexed)
derivatives and long-
dated NZD caps
Valued using industry standard valuation models utilising
observable market inputs which are determined separately
for each parameter. Where unobservable, inputs will be set
with reference to an observable proxy.
Debt instruments
Trading securities and
financial assets measured at
FVIS
Certain debt
securities with low
observability,
usually issued via
private placement
These securities are evaluated by an independent pricing
service or based on third party revaluations. Due to their
illiquidity and/or complexity these are classified as Level 3
assets.
Notes to the financial statements
58Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 25 Fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities (continued)
The following table summarises the attribution of financial instruments measured at fair value to the fair value hierarchy:
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
$ millionsLevel 1Level 2Level 3
1
Total
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Financial assets measured at fair value
on a recurring basis
Trading securities and financial assets
measured at FVIS
1,496 4,225 2 5,723
699 4,298 10 5,007
Derivative financial instruments
1 3,642 - 3,643
7 5,487 - 5,494
Investment securities
3,211 4,324 - 7,535
2,287 4,364 - 6,651
Due from related entities
- 2,716 - 2,716
- 1,768 - 1,768
Total financial assets measured at fair
value
4,708 14,907 2 19,617
2,993 15,917 10 18,920
Financial liabilities measured at fair
value on a recurring basis
Deposits and other borrowings at fair value
2
- 1,863 - 1,863
- 2,413 - 2,413
Other financial liabilities
250 211 - 461
630 170 - 800
Derivative financial instruments
1 5,930 1 5,932
2 4,854 2 4,858
Due to related entities
- 2,055 - 2,055
- 3,300 - 3,300
Debt issues at fair value
- 3,726 - 3,726
- 1,471 - 1,471
Total financial liabilities measured at
fair value
251 13,785 1 14,037
632 12,208 2 12,842
1
Balances within this category of the fair value hierarchy are not considered material to the total derivative financial instruments balances.
2
There are no differences between the fair values disclosed and the contractual outstanding amount payable at maturity for these financial liabilities measured at
fair value on a recurring basis.
Sensitivities to reasonably possible changes in non-market valuation assumptions would not have a material impact on the NZ Banking Group's
reported results (30 September 2023: no material impact).
Analysis of movements between fair value hierarchy levels
The NZ Banking Group considers transfers between levels, if any, to have occurred at the end of the reporting period. During the year, there were
no material transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy (30 September 2023: no material transfers between levels).
Financial instruments not measured at fair value
For financial instruments not measured at fair value on a recurring basis, fair value has been derived as follows:
InstrumentValuation
Loans
Where available, the fair value of loans is based on observable market transactions; otherwise fair value is
estimated using discounted cash flow models. For variable rate loans, the discount rate used is the current effective
interest rate. The discount rate applied for fixed rate loans reflects the market rate for the maturity of the loan and
the creditworthiness of the borrower.
Deposits and other
borrowings
Fair values of deposit liabilities payable on demand (interest free, interest bearing and savings deposits)
approximate their carrying value. Fair values for term deposits are estimated using discounted cash flows, applying
market rates offered for deposits of similar remaining maturities.
Due to related entities
The carrying value of due to related entities approximates the fair value. These items are either short-term in nature
or re-price frequently, and are of a high credit rating.
Debt issues and
loan capital
The fair values of these instruments are calculated based on quoted market prices, where available. Where quoted
market prices are not available, fair values are calculated using a discounted cashflow model. The discount rates
applied reflect the terms of the instruments and the timing of the estimated cash flows and are adjusted for any
changes in the NZ Banking Group’s credit spreads.
All other financial
assets and financial
liabilities
For all other financial assets and financial liabilities, the carrying value approximates the fair value. These items are
either short-term in nature or re-price frequently, and are of a high credit rating.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group59
Note 25 Fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities (continued)
The following table summarises the estimated fair value and fair value hierarchy of the NZ Banking Group’s financial instruments not measured at
fair value:
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
$ millions
Carrying
Amount
Fair Value
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Financial assets not measured at fair value
Cash and balances with central banks
7,553 7,553 - - 7,553
Collateral paid
244 244 - - 244
Loans
102,463 - - 102,474 102,474
Other financial assets
1,117 - 1 1,116 1,117
Due from related entities
713 - 713 -
713
Total financial assets not measured at fair value 112,090 7,797 714 103,590 112,101
Financial liabilities not measured at fair value
Collateral received
198 198 - - 198
Deposits and other borrowings
79,676 - 78,291 1,488 79,779
Other financial liabilities
4,974 - 4,973 - 4,973
Due to related entities
1,182 - 1,182 -
1,182
Debt issues
1
17,893 - 17,988 - 17,988
Loan capital
3,093 - 3,208 -
3,208
Total financial liabilities not measured at fair value 107,016 198 105,642 1,488 107,328
NZ BANKING GROUP
2023
$ millions
Carrying
Amount
Fair Value
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Financial assets not measured at fair value
Cash and balances with central banks 9,325 9,325 - - 9,325
Collateral paid 62 62 - - 62
Loans 99,711 - - 98,640 98,640
Other financial assets
469 - 4 465 469
Due from related entities
2,720 - 2,720 - 2,720
Total financial assets not measured at fair value
112,287 9,387 2,724 99,105 111,216
Financial liabilities not measured at fair value
Collateral received 614 614 - - 614
Deposits and other borrowings 79,783 - 78,057 1,741 79,798
Other financial liabilities 6,422 - 6,422 - 6,422
Due to related entities 1,366 - 1,366 - 1,366
Debt issues
1
17,126 - 16,962 - 16,962
Loan capital
3,051 - 2,990 -
2,990
Total financial liabilities not measured at fair value
108,362 614 105,797 1,741 108,152
1
The estimated fair value of debt issues includes the impact of changes in theNZ Banking Group's credit spreads since origination.
Notes to the financial statements
60Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 26 Offsetting financial assets and financial liabilities
Accounting policy
Financial assets and financial liabilities are presented net on the balance sheet when the NZ Banking Group has a legally enforceable right to
offset them in all circumstances and there is an intention to settle the asset and liability on a net basis, or to realise the asset and settle the
liability simultaneously. The gross assets and liabilities behind the net amounts reported on the balance sheet are disclosed in the following
table.
Some of the NZ Banking Group’s offsetting arrangements are not enforceable in all circumstances. The amounts in the tables below may not tie
back to the balance sheet if there are balances which are not subject to offsetting or enforceable netting arrangements. The amounts presented in
this note do not represent the credit risk exposure of the NZ Banking Group. Refer to Note 13 for information on credit risk management. The
offsetting and collateral arrangements and other credit risk mitigation strategies used by the NZ Banking Group are further explained in the
‘Management of risk mitigation’ section under Note 13.5.
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
Amounts Subject to Enforceable Netting Arrangements
Amounts Offset on the Balance SheetAmounts Not Offset on the Balance Sheet
$ millions
Gross
Amounts
Amounts
Offset
Net Amounts
Reported on
the Balance
Sheet
Other
Recognised
Financial
Instruments
Cash
Collateral
Financial
Instrument
CollateralNet Amount
Assets
Reverse repurchase agreements
1
168 - 168 - - (168) -
Derivative financial instruments
2
11,874 (8,414) 3,460 (1,704) (137) - 1,619
Due from related entities - derivative
financial instruments
3
2,716 - 2,716 (2,044) - - 672
Total assets 14,758 (8,414) 6,344 (3,748) (137) (168) 2,291
Liabilities
Repurchase agreements
4
3,076 - 3,076 - - (3,076) -
Derivative financial instruments
2
14,088 (8,414) 5,674 (1,704) (197) - 3,773
Due to related entities - derivative
financial instruments
5
2,044 - 2,044 (2,044) - - -
Total liabilities 19,208 (8,414) 10,794 (3,748) (197) (3,076) 3,773
1
Forms part of trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS (refer to Note 9).
2
$183 million (30 September 2023: $132 million) of derivative financial assets and $258 million (30 September 2023: $390 million) of derivative financial liabilities are
not subject to enforceable netting arrangements.
3
Forms part of due from related entities on the balance sheet (refer to Note 23).
4
Forms part of other financial liabilities on the balance sheet (refer to Note 18).
5
Forms part of due to related entities on the balance sheet (refer to Note 23).
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group61
Note 26 Offsetting financial assets and financial liabilities (continued)
NZ BANKING GROUP
2023
Amounts Subject to Enforceable Netting Arrangements
Amounts Offset on the Balance SheetAmounts Not Offset on the Balance Sheet
$ millions
Gross
Amounts
Amounts
Offset
Net Amounts
Reported on
the Balance
Sheet
Other
Recognised
Financial
InstrumentsCash Collateral
Financial
Instrument
CollateralNet Amount
Assets
Reverse repurchase agreements
1
487 - 487 - - (482) 5
Derivative financial instruments
2
16,109 (10,747) 5,362 (2,197) (614) - 2,551
Due from related entities - derivative
financial instruments
3
1,768 - 1,768 (1,768) - - -
Total assets
18,364 (10,747) 7,617 (3,965) (614) (482) 2,556
Liabilities
Repurchase agreements
4
5,168 - 5,168 - - (5,168) -
Derivative financial instruments
2
15,215 (10,747) 4,468 (2,197) (62) (77) 2,132
Due to related entities - derivative
financial instruments
5
3,300 - 3,300 (1,768) - - 1,532
Total liabilities
23,683 (10,747) 12,936 (3,965) (62) (5,245) 3,664
1
Forms part of trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS (refer to Note 9).
2
$183 million (30 September 2023: $132 million) of derivative financial assets and $258 million (30 September 2023: $390 million) of derivative financial liabilities are
not subject to enforceable netting arrangements.
3
Forms part of due from related entities on the balance sheet (refer to Note 23).
4
Forms part of other financial liabilities on the balance sheet (refer to Note 18).
5
Forms part of due to related entities on the balance sheet (refer to Note 23).
Other recognised financial instruments
These financial assets and financial liabilities are subject to master netting agreements which are not enforceable in all circumstances, so they are
recognised gross on the balance sheet. The offsetting rights of the master netting arrangements can only be enforced if a predetermined event
occurs in the future, such as a counterparty defaulting.
Cash collateral and financial instrument collateral
These amounts are received or pledged under master netting arrangements against the gross amounts of assets and liabilities. Financial
instrument collateral typically comprises securities which can be readily liquidated in the event of counterparty default. The offsetting rights of the
master netting arrangement can only be enforced if a predetermined event occurs in the future, such as a counterparty defaulting.
Notes to the financial statements
62Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 27 Credit related commitments, contingent assets and contingent liabilities
Accounting policy
Undrawn credit commitments
The NZ Banking Group enters into various arrangements with customers which are only recognised on the balance sheet when called upon.
These arrangements include commitments to extend credit, bill endorsements, financial guarantees, standby letters of credit and underwriting
facilities.
Contingent assets
Contingent assets are possible assets whose existence will be confirmed only by uncertain future events. Contingent assets are not recognised
on the balance sheet but are disclosed if an inflow of economic benefits is probable.
Contingent liabilities
Contingent liabilities are possible obligations whose existence will be confirmed only by uncertain future events, and present obligations where
the transfer of economic resources is not probable or cannot be reliably measured. Contingent liabilities are not recognised on the balance
sheet but are disclosed unless the outflow of economic resources is remote.
Undrawn credit commitments
Undrawn credit commitments expose the NZ Banking Group to liquidity risk when called upon and also to credit risk if the customer fails to repay
the amounts owed at the due date. The maximum exposure to credit loss is the contractual or notional amount of the instruments disclosed
below. Some of the arrangements can be cancelled by the NZ Banking Group at any time. The actual liquidity and credit risk exposure varies in line
with drawings and may be less than the amounts disclosed. The NZ Banking Group uses the same credit policies when entering into these
arrangements as it does for on-balance sheet instruments. Refer to Note 13 and Note 32 for further details on credit risk management and liquidity
risk.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Letters of credit and guarantees
1
1,171
1,015
Commitments to extend credit
2
27,191
27,869
Total undrawn credit commitments 28,362
28,884
1
Standby letters of credit and guarantees are undertakings to pay, against presentation documents, an obligation in the event of a default by a customer.
Guarantees are unconditional undertakings given to support the obligations of a customer to third parties. The NZ Banking Group may hold cash as collateral for
certain guarantees issued.
2
Commitments to extend credit include all obligations on the part of the NZ Banking Group to provide credit facilities. As facilities may expire without being drawn
upon, the notional amounts do not necessarily reflect future cash requirements.
Contingent assets
The credit commitments shown in the table above also constitute contingent assets. These commitments would be classified as loans on the
balance sheet on the contingent event occurring.
Contingent liabilities
All potential claims and other liabilities are assessed on a case-by-case basis. A provision will be recognised where the NZ Banking Group has
conducted an assessment which determines the likelihood of loss as probable and where its potential loss can be reliably estimated. A contingent
liability exists in respect of actual or potential claims where the likely loss is not assessed as probable, where the law is uncertain or, in rare
circumstances, where the outflow of resources cannot be reliably estimated.
The NZ Banking Group is exposed to contingent risks and liabilities arising from the conduct of its business, including: actual and potential
disputes, claims and legal proceedings; investigations, inquiries and reviews (formal and informal) carried out by regulatory authorities (including
into the NZ Banking Group's processes for some products relating to the requirements of CCCFA); and internal investigations and reviews.
The scope of reviews (internal and external), investigations and inquiries, including those relating to the requirements of the CCCFA, can be wide-
ranging and can result in litigation (including class action proceedings and enforcement proceedings), fines and penalties, customer remediation
and/or other sanctions and reputational damage.
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group63
Note 28 Segment reporting
Accounting policy
Operating segments are presented on a basis that is consistent with information provided internally to the NZ Banking Group’s chief operating
decision-maker and reflect the management of the business, rather than the legal structure of the NZ Banking Group. The chief operating
decision-maker is the person or group that allocates resources to and assesses the performance of the operating segments of an entity. The NZ
Banking Group has determined that the NZ Banking Group executive team is its chief operating decision-maker.
Inter-segment revenue and costs are eliminated at head office. Income and expenses directly associated with each segment are included in
determining business segment performance.
The NZ Banking Group operates predominantly in the Consumer Banking and Wealth, Institutional and Business Banking, Financial Markets,
International Trade and Payments sectors within New Zealand. On this basis, no geographical segment reporting is provided.
The operating segment results have been presented on a management reporting basis and consequently internal charges and transfer pricing
adjustments have been reflected in the performance of each operating segment. Intersegment pricing is determined on a cost recovery basis.
The NZ Banking Group does not rely on any single major customer for its revenue base.
Segment comparative information for the year ended 30 September 2023 has been revised to align to the current year's basis for reporting,
provided internally to the NZ Banking Group's chief operating decision-maker.
The NZ Banking Group’s operating segments are defined by the customers they serve and the services they provide. The NZ Banking Group has
identified the following main operating segments:
●Consumer Banking and Wealth provides financial services predominantly for individuals;
●Institutional and Business Banking provides a broad range of financial services for small to medium enterprise, corporate, property finance,
agricultural, institutional and government customers; and
●Financial Markets provides foreign exchange, interest rate derivatives, fixed interest and debt securities, commodities, carbon and energy
capabilities. International Trade and Payments provide international trade solutions, payments products and services to consumer,
business and institutional customers.
Reconciling items primarily represent:
●business units that do not meet the definition of a reportable operating segment under NZ IFRS 8 Operating Segments;
●elimination entries on consolidation/aggregation of the results, assets and liabilities of the NZ Banking Group’s controlled entities in the
preparation of the aggregated financial statements of the NZ Banking Group; and
●results of certain business units excluded for management reporting purposes, but included within the aggregated financial statements of
the NZ Banking Group for statutory financial reporting purposes.
Notes to the financial statements
64Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 28 Segment reporting (continued)
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions
Consumer
Banking and
Wealth
Institutional
and Business
Banking
Financial
Markets,
International
Trade and
Payments
Reconciling
Items Total
Year ended 30 September 2024
Net interest income 1,219 1,294 52 364
2,929
Net fees and commissions
Facility fees
25 26 3 -
54
Transaction fees and commissions
172 78 (3) (47)
200
Other non-risk fee income
5 13 9 (4)
23
Fees and commissions income 202 117 9 (51)
277
Fees and commissions expenses
(76) - - -
(76)
Net fees and commissions 126 117 9 (51) 201
Other non-interest income
- - 49 14 63
Total non-interest income 126 117 58 (37) 264
Net operating income 1,345 1,411 110 327 3,193
Operating expenses
(793) (514) (42) (78)
(1,427)
Impairment (charges)/benefits
(19) (8) - - (27)
Profit before income tax expense 533 889 68 249 1,739
As at 30 September 2024
Total gross loans
62,190 40,217 334 224 102,965
Total deposits and other borrowings
46,616 33,060 - 1,863 81,539
Year ended 30 September 2023 (revised)
Net interest income
1,200 1,216 48 374 2,838
Net fees and commissions
Facility fees 27 18 3 - 48
Transaction fees and commissions 165 83 (3) (42) 203
Other non-risk fee income 5 12 12 (9) 20
Fees and commissions income
197 113 12 (51) 271
Fees and commissions expenses (75) - - 1 (74)
Net fees and commissions
122 113 12 (50) 197
Other non-interest income - - 86 15 101
Total non-interest income
122 113 98 (35) 298
Net operating income
1,322 1,329 146 339 3,136
Operating expenses (734) (508) (42) (69) (1,353)
Impairment (charges)/benefits (77) (58) - - (135)
Profit before income tax expense
511 763 104 270 1,648
As at 30 September 2023
Total gross loans 60,004 39,911 397 (94) 100,218
Total deposits and other borrowings 44,980 34,804 - 2,412 82,196
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group65
Note 29 Securitisation, covered bonds and other transferred assets
The NZ Banking Group enters into transactions in the normal course of business by which financial assets, or an interest in such assets or
cashflows arising from such assets, are transferred to counterparties or structured entities. Depending on the circumstances, these transfers may
result in derecognition of the assets in their entirety, partial derecognition or no derecognition of the asset. For the NZ Banking Group’s accounting
policy on derecognition of financial assets, refer to Note 1.
Securitisation
Securitisation is the process of selling a group of assets (or an interest in the assets or the cashflow arising from the assets) to a special purpose
entity which then issues interest bearing debt securities for funding purposes.
Securitisation of its own assets is used by the NZ Banking Group as a funding and liquidity tool.
In October 2008, the NZ Banking Group set up WNZSL as a structured entity for the purpose of structuring assets that are eligible for repurchase
agreements with the Reserve Bank as part of Westpac New Zealand’s internal residential mortgage-backed securitisation programme.
Under the internal residential mortgage-backed securitisation programme, Westpac New Zealand periodically sells the rights (but not the
obligations) under eligible housing loans to WNZSL. The purchase by WNZSL of the housing loans is funded by the proceeds of the issuance of
RMBS.
Westpac New Zealand is obliged to repurchase any housing loan sold to and held by WNZSL where the housing loan does not meet the eligibility
criteria of the programme. It is not envisaged that any liability resulting in material loss to the NZ Banking Group will arise from these obligations.
Covered bonds
The NZ Banking Group has a covered bond programme under which it may issue bonds (Covered Bonds). From time to time, the NZ Banking
Group transfers, via assignment, housing loans originated by Westpac New Zealand to a bankruptcy remote structured entity, WNZCBL. WNZCBL
is a special purpose entity which holds the rights to, but not the obligations under, the pool of housing loans held by it (the Portfolio). The
payments of all amounts due in respect of the Covered Bonds have been unconditionally guaranteed by Westpac New Zealand. In addition,
WNZCBL (the CB Guarantor) has guaranteed payments of interest and principal under the Covered Bonds pursuant to a financial guarantee which
is secured by WNZCBL granting security over the Portfolio and its other assets. Recourse against the CB Guarantor under its guarantee is limited to
the Portfolio and such assets.
The intercompany loan made by Westpac New Zealand to WNZCBL to fund the initial and all subsequent purchases of eligible housing loans and
the liability representing the intercompany loan from WNZCBL to Westpac New Zealand are fully eliminated in the NZ Banking Group’s financial
statements.
Westpac New Zealand is obliged to repurchase any housing loans sold to and held by WNZCBL (pursuant to Westpac New Zealand’s Global
Covered Bond Programme) in certain circumstances including (but not limited to) where:
●it is discovered that there has been a material breach of a sale warranty (or any such sale warranty is materially untrue);
●the loan becomes materially impaired or is enforced prior to the second monthly covered bond payment date falling after the assignment of
the loan; or
●at the cut-off date relating to the loan, there were arrears of interest and that loan subsequently becomes a delinquent loan prior to the
second monthly covered bond payment date falling after the assignment of the loan.
It is not envisaged that any liability resulting in material loss to the NZ Banking Group will arise from these obligations.
Repurchase agreements
Where securities are sold subject to an agreement to repurchase at a predetermined price, they remain recognised on the balance sheet in their
original category (i.e. trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS or investment securities). Repurchase agreements are designated at
fair value when they are managed as part of a trading portfolio, otherwise they are measured on an amortised cost basis.
The cash consideration received is recognised as a liability (repurchase agreements). Refer to Note 18 for further details.
Notes to the financial statements
66Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 29 Securitisation, covered bonds and other transferred assets (continued)
The following table presents the NZ Banking Group’s assets transferred and their associated liabilities:
NZ BANKING GROUP
For those liabilities that only have recourse to
the transferred assets:
$ millions
Carrying
amount of
transferred
assets
Carrying
amount of
associated
liabilities
Fair value of
transferred
assets
Fair value of
associated
liabilities
Net fair value
position
2024
Securitisation - own assets
1
15,122 15,090 15,102 15,090 12
Covered bonds
2
7,545 4,353 n/an/an/a
Repurchase agreements
4,160 3,087 n/an/an/a
Total 26,827 22,530 15,102 15,090 12
2023
Securitisation - own assets
1
15,096 15,098 15,105 15,098 7
Covered bonds
2
7,540 5,045 n/an/an/a
Repurchase agreements 6,663 5,168 n/an/an/a
Total
29,299 25,311 15,105 15,098 7
1
The most senior rated securities at 30 September 2024 of $13,800 million (30 September 2023: $13,800 million) qualify as eligible collateral for repurchase
agreements with the Reserve Bank. Westpac New Zealand complies with the Reserve Bank’s guidelines for its overnight reverse repurchase agreement facility and
open market operations, which allows banks in New Zealand to offer RMBS as collateral for the Reserve Bank’s repurchase agreements.
2
The difference between the carrying values of the covered bonds and the assets pledged allows for the immediate issuance of additional covered bonds if required.
These additional assets can be repurchased by Westpac New Zealand at its discretion, subject to the conditions set out in the transaction documents. The Portfolio
is comprised of housing loans up to a value of $7,500 million as at 30 September 2024 (30 September 2023: $7,500 million). Over time, the composition of the
Portfolio will include, in addition to housing loans, accrued interest (representing accrued and unpaid interest on the outstanding housing loans) and cash
(representing collections of principal and interest from the underlying housing loans).
Note 30 Structured entities
Accounting policy
Structured entities are generally created to achieve a specific, defined objective and their operations are restricted such as to only purchasing
specific assets. Structured entities are commonly financed by debt or equity securities that are collateralised by and/or indexed to their
underlying assets. The debt and equity securities issued by structured entities may include tranches with varying levels of subordination.
Structured entities are classified as subsidiaries and consolidated if they meet the definition in Note 1. If the NZ Banking Group does not control a
structured entity then it will not be consolidated.
The NZ Banking Group engages in various transactions with both consolidated and unconsolidated structured entities that are mainly involved in
securitisations, asset backed structures and managed funds.
Consolidated structured entities
Securitisation and covered bonds
The NZ Banking Group uses structured entities to securitise its financial assets through the Covered Bond Programme and Westpac New Zealand’s
internal residential mortgage-backed securitisation programme. Refer to Note 29 for further details.
NZ Banking Group managed funds
As disclosed in Note 23, the PIE Funds are consolidated within the financial statements of the NZ Banking Group.
Non-contractual financial support
The NZ Banking Group does not provide non-contractual financial support to these consolidated structured entities.
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Note 30 Structured entities (continued)
Unconsolidated structured entities
The NZ Banking Group has interests in various unconsolidated structured entities including debt instruments, guarantees, liquidity arrangements,
lending, loan commitments, certain derivatives and investment management agreements.
Interests exclude non-complex derivatives (e.g. interest rate swap agreements) and lending to a structured entity with recourse to a wider
operating entity, not just the structured entity.
The NZ Banking Group’s main interests in unconsolidated structured entities, which arise in the normal course of business, are:
Loans and other
credit commitments
The NZ Banking Group lends to unconsolidated structured entities, subject to the NZ Banking Group’s collateral
and credit approval processes, in order to earn interest and fees and commissions income. The structured
entities are mainly securitisation entities.
Investment
management
agreements
The NZ Banking Group manages funds that provide customers with investment opportunities. The NZ Banking
Group also manages superannuation funds for its employees. The NZ Banking Group earns management fee
income which is recognised in non-interest income.
The following table shows the NZ Banking Group’s interests in unconsolidated structured entities and its maximum exposure to loss in relation to
those interests. The maximum exposure does not take into account any collateral or hedges that will reduce the risk of loss.
●For on-balance sheet instruments, including debt instruments in and loans to unconsolidated structured entities, the maximum exposure to
loss is the carrying value; and
●For off-balance sheet instruments, including liquidity facilities and loan and other credit commitments and guarantees, the maximum
exposure to loss is the notional amounts.
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
$ millions
Financing to
Securitisation
Vehicles
Group
Managed
FundsTotal
Financing to
Securitisation
Vehicles
Group
Managed
FundsTotal
Assets
Loans
4,662 - 4,662
4,368 - 4,368
Total on-balance sheet exposures 4,662 - 4,662
4,368 - 4,368
Total notional amounts of off-balance sheet
exposures
1,267 - 1,267
1,777 - 1,777
Maximum exposure to loss 5,929 - 5,929
6,145 - 6,145
Size of structured entities
1
5,929 13,210 19,139
6,145 11,504 17,649
1
Represented by the total assets or market capitalisation of the entity, or if not available, the NZ Banking Group’s total committed exposure (for lending
arrangements and external debt holdings) or funds under management (for Group Managed Funds).
Non-contractual financial support
The NZ Banking Group does not provide non-contractual financial support to these unconsolidated structured entities.
Notes to the financial statements
68Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 31 Capital management
The Overseas Bank is a registered bank in New Zealand and conducts business in New Zealand through the NZ Banking Group. The capital held by
the NZ Banking Group comprises of the head office account, NZ Banking Group equity and loan capital.
Most of the NZ Banking Group’s capital is held in, and managed by Westpac New Zealand. Westpac New Zealand’s Board is responsible for
ensuring that capital adequacy of Westpac New Zealand is maintained and complies with the regulatory capital requirements prescribed by the
Reserve Bank.
There are no current regulatory capital requirements that apply specifically to the NZ Branch or the NZ Banking Group. The Overseas Bank’s Board
is responsible for ensuring that capital adequacy of the Overseas Banking Group and the Overseas Bank is maintained. The NZ Banking Group’s
capital is managed as part of the Overseas Banking Group’s Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process. Westpac New Zealand is also required
to maintain its own Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process under the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s capital adequacy requirements.
Under APRA’s Prudential Standards, Australian ADIs, including the Overseas Banking Group and the Overseas Bank are required to maintain
minimum ratios of capital to risk weighted assets, as determined by APRA. The minimum capital ratios are at least equal to those specified under
the Basel III capital framework. For the calculation of risk weighted assets, the Overseas Banking Group and the Overseas Bank are accredited by
APRA to apply advanced models permitted by the Basel III global capital adequacy regime. The Overseas Banking Group and the Overseas Bank
use the Advanced IRB approach for credit risk, the Standardised Measurement Approach for operational risk and the internal model approach for
IRRBB for calculating regulatory capital.
APRA’s prudential standards are generally consistent with the International Regulatory Framework for Banks, also known as Basel III, issued by the
Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, except where APRA has exercised certain discretions.
The Overseas Banking Group (excluding entities specifically excluded by APRA regulations), and the Overseas Bank (Extended Licensed Entity as
defined by APRA), exceeded the minimum capital adequacy requirements as specified by APRA as at 30 September 2024.
The Overseas Banking Group evaluates its approach to capital management through an Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process. Key
considerations include:
●Regulatory capital minimums together with the capital conservation buffer (CCB) and countercyclical capital buffer are the Total Common
Equity Tier 1 (CET1) Requirement. The Total CET1 Requirement for D-SIBs, including the Overseas Banking Group, is at least 10.25%
1
;
●Strategy, business mix and operations and contingency plans;
●Perspectives of external stakeholders including rating agencies as well as equity and debt investors; and
●A stress testing framework that tests our resilience under a range of adverse economic scenarios.
The Overseas Bank Board has determined that the Overseas Banking Group will target a CET1 operating capital range of between 11.0% and 11.5%,
in normal operating conditions.
1
Noting that APRA may apply higher Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) requirements for an individual ADI.
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Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group69
Note 31 Capital management (continued)
The table below represents the capital adequacy calculation for the Overseas Banking Group and Overseas Bank as at 30 September 2024 based
on APRA’s application of the Basel III capital adequacy framework.
%
30 Sep 24
Unaudited
30 Sep 23
Unaudited
Overseas Banking Group (excluding entities specifically excluded by APRA)
1,2
Common Equity Tier 1 capital ratio
12.5
12.4
Additional Tier 1 capital ratio
2.3
2.2
Tier 1 capital ratio
14.8
14.6
Tier 2 capital ratio
6.6
5.9
Total regulatory capital ratio
21.4
20.5
Overseas Bank (Extended Licensed Entity)
1,3
Common Equity Tier 1 capital ratio
12.7
12.6
Additional Tier 1 capital ratio
2.5
2.4
Tier 1 capital ratio
15.2
15.0
Tier 2 capital ratio
7.3
6.5
Total regulatory capital ratio22.5
21.5
1
The capital ratios represent information mandated by APRA. The capital ratios of the Overseas Banking Group are publicly available in the Overseas Banking Group’s
Pillar 3 report. This information is made available to users via the Overseas Bank’s website (www.westpac.com.au).
2
Overseas Banking Group (excluding entities specifically excluded by APRA regulations) comprises the consolidation of the Overseas Bank and its subsidiary entities
except those entities specifically excluded by APRA regulations for the purposes of measuring capital adequacy (Level 2). The head of the Level 2 group is the
Overseas Bank.
3
Overseas Bank (Extended Licensed Entity) comprises the Overseas Bank and its subsidiary entities that have been approved by APRA as being part of a single ELE
for the purpose of measuring capital adequacy (Level 1).
The Overseas Banking Group is required to disclose additional detailed information on its risk management practices and capital adequacy on a
quarterly basis. This information is made available to users via the Overseas Banking Group’s website (www.westpac.com.au).
Notes to the financial statements
70Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk
Financial instruments are fundamental to the NZ Banking Group’s business of providing banking and financial services. The associated financial
risks (including credit risk, funding and liquidity risk and market risk) are a significant proportion of the total risks faced by the NZ Banking Group.
This note details the financial risk management policies, practices and quantitative information of the NZ Banking Group’s principal financial risk
exposures.
Principal risksNote nameNote number
Overview
Risk management frameworks32.1
Credit risk
Refer to Note 13 Credit risk management13
Funding and liquidity risk
Liquidity modelling32.2.1
The risk that the NZ Banking Group cannot meet its payment
obligations or that it does not have the appropriate amount,
tenor and composition of funding and liquidity to support its
assets.
Sources of funding32.2.2
Assets pledged as collateral32.2.3
Contractual maturity of financial liabilities32.2.4
Expected maturity32.2.5
Market risk
VaR32.3.1
The risk of an adverse impact on the NZ Banking Group’s
financial performance or financial position resulting from
changes in market factors, such as FX rates, commodity
prices and equity prices, credit spreads and interest rates.
This includes interest rate risk in the banking book which is
the risk of loss in earnings or economic value in the banking
book as a consequence of movements in interest rates.
Traded market risk 32.3.2
Non-traded market risk 32.3.3
32.1 Risk management frameworks
The Board is responsible for approving the Overseas Banking Group’s Risk Management Framework, Risk Management Strategy and Board Risk
Appetite Statement and monitoring the effectiveness of risk management by the Overseas Banking Group.
The Board has delegated to the Group BRiskC responsibility to:
●review and recommend the Overseas Banking Group’s Risk Management Framework, Risk Management Strategy, and Board Risk Appetite
Statement to the Board for approval;
●review and monitor the risk profile and controls of the NZ Banking Group consistent with the Overseas Banking Group’s Risk Appetite
Statement;
●approve frameworks, policies and processes for managing risk (consistent with the Overseas Banking Group’s Risk Management Framework
and Board Risk Appetite Statement); and
●review and, where appropriate, approve risks beyond the approval discretion provided to management.
For each of its primary financial risks, the NZ Banking Group maintains risk management frameworks and a number of supporting policies that
define roles and responsibilities, acceptable practices, limits and key controls:
Notes to the financial statements
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Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk (continued)
RiskRisk management framework and controls
Funding and
liquidity risk
-Funding and liquidity risk is measured and managed in
accordance with the policies and processes defined in the
Westpac New Zealand BRCC approved Liquidity Risk
Management Framework which is part of the NZ Banking
Group’s Board-approved Risk Management Framework.
-Responsibility for managing Westpac New Zealand's
liquidity and funding positions in accordance with the
Liquidity Risk Management Framework is delegated to
Westpac New Zealand Treasury, under the oversight of the
Westpac New Zealand’s ALCO and the Financial Markets
and Treasury Risk unit.
-Westpac New Zealand Treasury undertakes an annual
funding review that outlines Westpac New Zealand's
balance sheet funding strategy over a three year period.
This review encompasses trends in global markets, peer
analysis, wholesale funding capacity, expected funding
requirements and a funding risk analysis. This strategy is
continuously reviewed to take account of changing market
conditions, investor sentiment and estimations of asset and
liability growth rates. This review is subsequently submitted
to Westpac New Zealand BRCC for approval.
-The daily liquidity risk reports are reviewed by Westpac New
Zealand Treasury and the Westpac New Zealand Financial
Markets and Treasury Risk unit. Liquidity risk reports are
presented to Westpac New Zealand ALCO monthly and to
the Westpac New Zealand RISKCO and BRCC quarterly.
-Westpac New Zealand Treasury also maintains a contingent
funding plan that outlines the steps that should be taken by
Westpac New Zealand in the event of an emerging 'funding
crisis' The plan is aligned with Westpac New Zealand's
broader Liquidity Crisis Management Policy which is
approved by Westpac New Zealand BRCC.
-The NZ Branch funding and liquidity risk is measured and
managed in accordance with the policies and processes
defined in the Group BRiskC approved Liquidity Risk
Management Framework, which is part of the NZ Banking
Group’s Board-approved Risk Management Strategy.
-Responsibility for managing the NZ Branch liquidity and
funding positions in accordance with the Liquidity Risk
Management Framework is delegated to Group Treasury,
under the oversight of the Overseas Banking Group's ALCO
and Treasury Risk. Group BRiskC oversees the Overseas
Banking Group's ALCO with regards to the APRA APS 210
obligations.
-The Overseas Banking Group monitors the composition and
stability of its funding to allow it to remain within its funding
risk appetite. This includes compliance with both the
liquidity coverage ratio and net stable funding ratio.
Market risk
-The Market Risk Management Framework describes the
Overseas Banking Group’s approach to managing traded
and non-traded market risk and is approved by the Group
BRiskC. Westpac New Zealand operates its own Market Risk
Management Framework that is closely aligned with that of
the Overseas Banking Group. The Westpac New Zealand
Framework is approved by the Westpac New Zealand BRCC.
-Traded market risk includes interest rate, foreign exchange,
commodity, credit spread and volatility risks. Non-traded
market risk includes interest rate and foreign exchange
risks.
-The NZ Banking Group’s framework does not allow for
equity risk to be held.
-Market risk is managed using VaR limits, NaR and structural
risk limits (including credit spread and interest rate basis
point value limits) as well as scenario analysis and stress
testing.
-The Group BRiskC approves the risk appetite for traded and
non-traded risks through the use of VaR, NaR and specific
structural risk limits.
-The Overseas Banking Group’s RISKCO has approved
separate VaR sub-limits for the trading activities of the
Overseas Banking Group’s Financial Markets and Treasury
units.
-Market risk limits are assigned to business management
based upon the Overseas Banking Group’s risk appetite and
business strategies in addition to the consideration of
market liquidity and concentration of risks.
-Market risk positions are managed by the trading and
Treasury desks consistent with their delegated authorities
and the nature and scale of the market risks involved.
-Daily monitoring of current exposure and limit utilisation is
conducted independently by the Financial Markets and
Treasury Risk unit, which monitors market risk exposures
against VaR and structural risk limits. Oversight of risk
specific to the NZ Banking Group is performed by the
Financial Markets and Treasury Risk unit. Daily VaR position
reports are produced by risk type, by product lines and by
geographic region. Quarterly reports are produced for the
Overseas Banking Group’s MARCO, Overseas Banking
Group’s RISKCO and Group BRiskC.
-Daily stress testing and backtesting of VaR results are
performed to support model integrity and to analyse
extreme or unexpected movements. A review of the
potential profit and loss outcomes is also undertaken to
monitor any skew created by the historical data.
-The Group BRiskC has approved a framework for profit or
loss escalation which considers both single day and 20 day
cumulative results.
-Treasury’s ALM unit is responsible for managing the non-
traded interest rate risk including risk mitigation through
hedging using derivatives. This is overseen by the Financial
Markets and Treasury Risk unit and reviewed by the
Overseas Banking Group's MARCO, Overseas Banking
Group’s RISKCO and Group BRiskC.
Notes to the financial statements
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Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk (continued)
Climate change risk
The NZ Banking Group recognises climate change as a major threat to our collective wellbeing and is committed to transparency and action
across its business to address climate change. While this is not a material financial risk as at 30 September 2024 (30 September 2023: not a
material financial risk), climate change risk is evolving and is expected to have a more significant impact on the NZ Banking Group’s material
financial risks in the future.
The two main sources of financial risks arising from climate change are physical risks and transition risks. Physical risks emanating from climate
change can be event-driven (acute) such as increased severity and frequency of extreme weather events (e.g., cyclones, droughts, floods, and
fires). They can also relate to longer-term shifts (chronic) in precipitation and temperature and increased variability in weather patterns or other
long-term changes such as sea level rise. Transition risks are risks associated with the transition to a lower-carbon global economy, the most
common of which relate to policy and legal actions, technology changes, market responses, and reputational considerations.
The NZ Banking Group seeks to understand the potential for climate-related transition and physical risks to impact its business, including their
possible impact on credit risk, regulatory and reporting obligations, and our reputation.
The NZ Banking Group has considered the impact of climate-related risks on its financial position and performance and while the effects of climate
change represent a source of uncertainty, the NZ Banking Group has concluded that climate-related risks do not have a material impact on the
judgements, assumptions and estimates for the year ended 30 September 2024 (30 September 2023: no material impact). Refer to Note 13.1 for
further information on how climate change risk is considered as part of credit risk.
32.2 Funding and liquidity risk
The NZ Banking Group aims to maintain a mix of retail and wholesale funding, with emphasis on the value of core funding consistent with the
principles inherent in BS13.
32.2.1 Liquidity modelling
Westpac New Zealand is subject to the conditions of BS13. The following metrics are calculated and reported on a daily basis by Westpac New
Zealand in accordance with BS13:
●the level of liquid assets held;
●the one-week mismatch ratio;
●the one-month mismatch ratio; and
●the one-year core funding ratio.
In addition, the Overseas Banking Group calculates the following liquidity ratios for Westpac New Zealand in accordance with the Overseas Bank’s
liquidity risk framework under APRA Prudential Standard APS 210 Liquidity:
●liquidity coverage ratio; and
●net stable funding ratio.
Notes to the financial statements
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Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk (continued)
32.2.2 Sources of funding
Sources of funding are regularly reviewed to maintain a wide diversification by currency, geography, product and term. Sources include, but are
not limited to:
●deposits;
●debt issues;
●loan capital;
●proceeds from sale of marketable securities;
●repurchase agreements with central banks;
●related entities;
●principal repayments on loans;
●interest income; and
●fees and commissions income.
Term Lending Facility and Funding for Lending Programme
From 26 May 2020 until the extended date of 28 July 2021, the Reserve Bank made available a Term Lending Facility (‘TLF’), to offer loans for a
maximum term of five years at the rate of the Official Cash Rate, with access to the funds linked to banks’ lending under the TLF Scheme. As at 30
September 2024, Westpac New Zealand has a balance of $42 million under the TLF (30 September 2023: $69 million).
On 11 November 2020, the Reserve Bank announced that additional stimulus would be provided through a Funding for Lending Programme (‘FLP’),
commencing in December 2020. The FLP provides funding to banks at the prevailing OCR for a term of three years, secured by high quality
collateral. The size of funding available under the FLP includes an initial allocation of 4% of each bank’s eligible loans (as defined by the Reserve
Bank). A conditional additional allocation of up to 2% of eligible loans is also available, subject to growth in eligible loans, for a total size of up to
6% of eligible loans. The FLP ran from 7 December 2020 to 6 June 2022 for the initial allocations and ended on 6 December 2022 for the additional
allocations. The FLP term sheet is available on the Reserve Bank’s website. As at 30 September 2024, Westpac New Zealand has a balance of
$2,981 million under the FLP (30 September 2023: $4,981 million).
Liquid assets
The following table shows the NZ Banking Group’s qualifying liquid assets held for the purpose of managing liquidity risk. These assets are eligible
for repurchase agreements with the Reserve Bank and are held in cash, government, local government and highly rated investment grade
securities. The level of liquid asset holdings is reviewed frequently and is consistent with regulatory, balance sheet and market condition
requirements.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Cash and balances with central banks
7,553
9,325
Interbank lending
-
4
Supranational securities
2,242
2,335
NZ Government securities
4,371
2,490
NZ public securities
2,765
3,059
NZ corporate securities
2,118
2,171
Available liquid assets 19,049
19,384
In addition, the NZ Banking Group has $8,203 million (30 September 2023: $6,161 million) of own originated loans that are self-securitised via the
Bank’s internal residential mortgage-backed securitisation programme. The AAA rated internal RMBS held are eligible for repurchase agreements
with the Reserve Bank under certain circumstances.
Notes to the financial statements
74Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk (continued)
Concentration of funding
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Funding consists of
Collateral received
198
614
Deposits and other borrowings
81,539
82,196
Other financial liabilities
1
3,484
5,897
Due to related entities
2
1,163
1,344
Debt issues
3
21,619
18,597
Loan capital
3,093
3,051
Total funding 111,096
111,699
Analysis of funding by geographical areas
3
New Zealand
85,986
89,441
Overseas
25,110
22,258
Total funding 111,096
111,699
Analysis of funding by industry sector
5
Accommodation, cafes and restaurants
325
319
Agriculture
1,183
1,383
Construction
1,909
2,160
Finance and insurance
4
40,527
41,479
Forestry and fishing
136
142
Government, administration and defence
3,486
3,579
Manufacturing
1,652
1,687
Mining
30
51
Property services and business services
6,707
6,759
Services
5,436
5,973
Trade
1,562
1,926
Transport and storage
972
909
Utilities
788
1,047
Households
41,093
39,282
Other
4
4,127
3,659
Subtotal 109,933
110,355
Due to related entities
2
1,163
1,344
Total funding 111,096
111,699
1
Other financial liabilities, as presented above, are in respect of securities sold under agreements to repurchase, securities sold short and interbank placements.
2
Amounts due to related entities, as presented above, are in respect of deposits and borrowings and exclude amounts which relate to derivative financial
instruments and other liabilities.
3
The geographic region used for debt issues is based on the nature of the debt programmes. The nature of the debt programmes is used as a proxy for the location
of the original purchaser.
4
Includes deposits from non-residents.
5
Comparatives have been revised to correctly reflect the split of funding by industry sector. The restatement of 2023 comparative results in a $2,771 million increase
in "Households" and a corresponding decrease in other industry sectors.
ANZSIC has been used as the basis for disclosing industry sectors.
Notes to the financial statements
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Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk (continued)
32.2.3 Assets pledged as collateral
The NZ Banking Group is required to provide collateral to other financial institutions, as part of standard terms, to secure liabilities. In addition to
assets supporting the Covered Bond Programme disclosed in Note 29, the carrying value of these financial assets pledged as collateral is:
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Cash
244
62
Securities pledged as collateral for derivative contracts:
Investment securities
166
77
Securities pledged under repurchase agreements:
Trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS
1
121
73
Investment securities
2
-
44
Residential mortgage-backed securities
3
4,039
6,469
Total amount pledged to secure liabilities (excluding Covered Bond Programme) 4,570
6,725
1
As at 30 September 2024, $10 million of trading securities were pledged as collateral to the Sydney Branch of the Overseas Bank with the repurchase amount
recorded within due to related entities on the balance sheet (30 September 2023: nil) and $111 million of trading securities were pledged to third parties with the
repurchase amount recorded within other financial liabilities on the balance sheet (30 September 2023: $73 million).
2
As at 30 September 2024, no investment securities were pledged as collateral to related entities or third parties (30 September 2023: $44 million were pledged as
collateral to third parties with the repurchase amount recorded within other financial liabilities on the balance sheet).
3
As at 30 September 2024, the NZ Banking Group has undertaken repurchase agreements with the Reserve Bank, under the FLP and TLF, using RMBS. For the FLP,
the repurchase cash amount as at 30 September 2024 is $2,981 million (30 September 2023: $4,981 million), which is recorded within other financial liabilities on the
balance sheet, with underlying securities to the value of $3,989 million provided under the arrangement (30 September 2023: $6,387 million). For the TLF, the
repurchase cash amount at 30 September 2024 is $42 million (30 September 2023: $69 million), which is recorded within other financial liabilities on the balance
sheet, with underlying securities to the value of $50 million provided under the arrangement (30 September 2023: $82 million).
32.2.4 Contractual maturity of financial liabilities
The following table presents cash flows associated with financial liabilities, payable at the balance sheet date, by remaining contractual maturity.
The amounts disclosed in the table are the future contractual undiscounted cash flows, whereas the NZ Banking Group manages inherent liquidity
risk based on expected cash flows.
Cash flows associated with these financial liabilities include both principal payments as well as fixed or variable interest payments incorporated
into the relevant coupon period. Principal payments reflect the earliest contractual maturity date. Derivative financial instruments designated in
hedge accounting relationships and used as economic hedges are expected to be held for their remaining contractual lives, and reflect gross cash
flows over the remaining contractual term.
Derivatives held for trading (excluding economic hedges) and certain liabilities classified in “Other financial liabilities” which are measured at FVIS
are not managed for liquidity purposes on the basis of their contractual maturity, and accordingly these liabilities are presented in the up to 1
month column. Only the liabilities that the NZ Banking Group manages based on their contractual maturity are presented on a contractual
undiscounted basis in the following table.
Notes to the financial statements
76Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group
Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk (continued)
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
$ millions
On
Demand
Up to 1
Month
Over 1
Month
and Up to
3 Months
Over 3
Months
and Up to
1 Year
Over 1 and
Up to 5
Years
Over 5
YearsTotal
Financial liabilities
Collateral received
- 198 - - - - 198
Deposits and other borrowings
40,682 6,687 10,847 22,399 2,378 - 82,993
Other financial liabilities
824 122 416 2,213 1,359 2 4,936
Derivative financial instruments:
Held for trading
3,807 - - - - - 3,807
Held for hedging purposes (net settled)
- (62) 157 210 444 16 765
Held for hedging purposes (gross settled):
Cash outflow
- 761 1,987 8,484 24,969 2,472 38,673
Cash inflow
- (361) (1,216) (8,355) (24,670) (2,402) (37,004)
Due to related entities:
Non-derivative balances
1,177 11 - - 5 - 1,193
Derivative financial instruments:
Held for trading
1,326 12 34 4 - - 1,376
Held for hedging purposes (net settled)
- - 2 1 3 1 7
Held for hedging purposes (gross settled):
Cash outflow
- 618 (312) (2,100) (7,036) - (8,830)
Cash inflow
- (595) 362 2,202 7,563 - 9,532
Debt issues
- 22 932 4,399 17,892 367 23,612
Loan capital
- - 19 58 299 3,421 3,797
Total undiscounted financial liabilities 47,816 7,413 13,228 29,515 23,206 3,877 125,055
Total contingent liabilities and commitments
Letters of credit and guarantees
1,171 - - - - - 1,171
Commitments to extend credit
27,191 - - - - - 27,191
Total undiscounted contingent liabilities and
commitments
28,362 - - - - - 28,362
Notes to the financial statements
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Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk (continued)
NZ BANKING GROUP
2023
$ millions
On
Demand
Up to 1
Month
Over 1
Month and
Up to 3
Months
Over 3
Months
and Up to 1
Year
Over 1 and
Up to 5
Years
Over 5
YearsTotal
Financial liabilities
Collateral received
- 614 - - - - 614
Deposits and other borrowings
39,788 7,257 12,709 21,808 2,014 - 83,576
Other financial liabilities
277 216 691 2,305 3,525 3 7,017
Derivative financial instruments:
Held for trading
1
3,481 - - - - - 3,481
Held for hedging purposes (net settled)
1
- 54 188 66 364 7 679
Held for hedging purposes (gross settled):
Cash outflow
1
- 100 1,336 5,980 14,884 1,853 24,153
Cash inflow
1
- (27) (1,107) (5,670) (14,161) (1,801) (22,766)
Due to related entities:
Non-derivative balances
1,348 - - - 18 - 1,366
Derivative financial instruments:
Held for trading
1
1,743 - - - - - 1,743
Held for hedging purposes (net settled)
1
- - 2 3 7 1 13
Held for hedging purposes (gross settled):
Cash outflow
1
- 703 387 4,900 12,372 109 18,471
Cash inflow
1
- (619) (357) (4,431) (11,456) (101) (16,964)
Debt issues
- 354 729 5,584 13,691 484 20,842
Loan capital
- - 19 58 304 3,704 4,085
Total undiscounted financial liabilities
46,637 8,652 14,597 30,603 21,562 4,259 126,310
Total contingent liabilities and commitments
Letters of credit and guarantees
1,015 - - - - - 1,015
Commitments to extend credit
27,869 - - - - - 27,869
Total undiscounted contingent liabilities and
commitments
28,884 - - - - - 28,884
1
In 2024, the methodology for the contractual maturity disclosure was revised so that held for hedging derivatives (net and gross settled) include both derivatives in
hedge accounting relationships as well as derivatives which are considered economic hedges and used in our ALM activities but which are not designated into a
hedge accounting relationship as this better reflects how these derivatives are managed. Previously, only hedge accounting derivatives were included in these lines.
Comparatives have been revised to align to current year presentation.
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Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk (continued)
32.2.5 Expected maturity
The following table presents the balance sheet based on expected maturity dates. The liability balances in the following table will not agree to the
contractual maturity tables due to the analysis below being based on expected rather than contractual maturities, the impact of discounting and
the exclusion of interest accruals beyond the reporting period. Deposits are presented in the following table on a contractual basis, however as
part of our normal banking operations, the NZ Banking Group expects a large proportion of these balances to be retained.
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
$ millions
Due within
12 months
Greater than
12 monthsTotal
Due within
12 months
Greater than
12 monthsTotal
Assets
Cash and balances with central banks
7,553 - 7,553
9,325 - 9,325
Collateral paid
244 - 244
62 - 62
Trading securities and financial assets measured
at FVIS
4,092 1,631 5,723
4,021 986 5,007
Derivative financial instruments
2,812 831 3,643
4,207 1,287 5,494
Investment securities
922 6,613 7,535
1,475 5,176 6,651
Loans
12,649 89,814 102,463
15,892 83,819 99,711
Due from related entities
3,023 406 3,429
4,470 18 4,488
All other assets
1,467 1,444 2,911
663 1,397 2,060
Total assets 32,762 100,739 133,501
40,115 92,683 132,798
Liabilities
Collateral received
198 - 198
614 - 614
Deposits and other borrowings
79,341 2,198 81,539
80,346 1,850 82,196
Derivative financial instruments
4,431 1,501 5,932
3,673 1,185 4,858
Due to related entities
2,689 548 3,237
3,560 1,106 4,666
Debt issues
4,774 16,845 21,619
6,166 12,431 18,597
Loan capital
- 3,093 3,093
- 3,051 3,051
All other liabilities
4,652 1,537 6,189
4,558 3,429 7,987
Total liabilities 96,085 25,722 121,807
98,917 23,052 121,969
32.3 Market risk
32.3.1 VaR
The NZ Banking Group uses VaR as one of the mechanisms for controlling both traded and non-traded market risk.
VaR is a statistical estimate of the potential loss in earnings over a specified period of time and to a given level of confidence based on historical
market movements. The confidence level indicates the probability that the loss will not exceed the VaR estimate on any given day.
VaR seeks to take account of all material market variables that may cause a change in the value of the portfolio, including interest rates, FX rates,
price changes, volatility and the correlations between these variables. Daily monitoring of current exposures and VaR and structural limit
utilisation is conducted independently by the Financial Markets and Treasury Risk unit. These limits are supplemented by escalation triggers for
material profit or loss, and stress testing of risks beyond the 99% confidence interval.
The key parameters of VaR are:
Holding period1 day
Confidence level99%
Period of historical data used1 year
32.3.2 Traded market risk
The NZ Banking Group’s exposure to traded market risk arises out of its FM and Treasury trading activities. The FM trading book activity represents
dealings that encompass book running and distribution activity. The types of market risk arising from FM trading activity include interest rate risk,
foreign exchange risk, credit spread risk and volatility risk.
Treasury’s trading activity represents dealings that include the management of interest rate, foreign exchange and credit spread risks associated
with the wholesale funding task, liquid asset portfolios and foreign exchange repatriations.
The table below depicts the aggregate VaR, by risk type, for the year ended 30 September:
Notes to the financial statements
Westpac Banking Corporation - New Zealand Banking Group79
Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk (continued)
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
$ millionsAs at
Maximum
Exposure
Minimum
Exposure
Average
Exposure
As at
Maximum
Exposure
Minimum
Exposure
Average
Exposure
Interest rate risk
2.5 6.1 1.6 3.2
3.5 7.1 2.2 3.6
FX risk
2.3 2.6 - 0.9
0.5 1.3 0.2 0.6
Price risk
0.4 1.5 0.2 0.7
1.0 2.1 0.2 0.8
Volatility risk
- - - -
- - - -
Net market risk
3.6 6.3 1.7 3.3
3.3 7.5 2.6 3.8
32.3.3 Non-traded market risk
Non-traded market risk includes IRRBB – the risk to interest income from a mismatch between the duration of assets and liabilities that arises in
the normal course of business activities.
NII sensitivity is managed in terms of the NaR. A simulation model is used to calculate the NZ Banking Group’s potential NaR. This combines the
underlying balance sheet data with assumptions about run off and new business, expected repricing behaviour and changes in wholesale market
interest rates.
To provide a series of potential future NII outcomes, simulations use a range of interest rate scenarios over one to three year time horizons. This
includes 100 and 200 basis point shifts up and down from the current market yield curves in Australia and New Zealand. Additional stressed
interest rate scenarios are also considered and modelled.
A comparison between the NII outcomes from these modelled scenarios indicates the sensitivity to interest rate changes.
Net interest income-at-Risk
The following table depicts potential NII outcomes assuming a worst case 100 basis point rate shock (up and down) with a 12 month time horizon
(expressed as a percentage of reported NII):
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
% (increase)/decrease in NIIAs at
Maximum
Exposure
Minimum
Exposure
Average
Exposure
As at
Maximum
Exposure
Minimum
Exposure
Average
Exposure
NaR
3.57 4.07 2.42 3.36
2.83 2.83 0.58 1.67
VaR – IRRBB
1
The table below depicts VaR for IRRBB:
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
2023
$ millionsAs at
Maximum
Exposure
Minimum
Exposure
Average
Exposure
As at
Maximum
Exposure
Minimum
Exposure
Average
Exposure
Interest rate risk
0.5 4.3 0.4 1.8
0.6 3.5 0.3 1.5
1
IRRBB VaR includes interest rate risk and other basis risks used for internal management purposes.
Risk mitigation
IRRBB stems from the ordinary course of banking activities, including structural interest rate risk (the mismatch between the duration of assets
and liabilities) and capital management.
The NZ Banking Group hedges its exposure to such interest rate risk using derivatives. Further details on the NZ Banking Group’s use of hedge
accounting are discussed in Note 24.
The same controls as used to monitor traded market risk allow management to continuously monitor and manage IRRBB.
Foreign currency exposures
The net open position in each foreign currency, detailed in the table below, represents the net on-balance sheet assets and liabilities in that
foreign currency aggregated with the net expected future cash flows from off-balance sheet purchases and sales from foreign exchange
transactions in that foreign currency. Amounts are stated in New Zealand dollar equivalents translated using year end spot foreign exchange rates.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Receivable/(payable)
Australian dollar
8
11
US dollar
7
(1)
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Note 33 Notes to the statement of cash flows
Accounting policy
Cash and cash equivalents include cash held at branches and in ATMs, balances with overseas banks in their local currency, balances with
central banks and balances with other financial institutions.
Cash and cash equivalents
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Cash and cash equivalents comprise:
Cash and balances with central banks:
Cash on hand
277
294
Balances with central banks
7,276
9,031
Total cash and balances with central banks 7,553
9,325
Interbank lending classified as cash and cash equivalents
1
-
4
Amounts due from related entities classified as cash and cash equivalents
2
708
2,662
Cash and cash equivalents at end of the year 8,261
11,991
1
Included in other financial assets on the balance sheet.
2
Comparatives have been revised to align to the current year presentation of cash held with related entities as cash and cash equivalents, resulting in a $2,662
million increase in total cash and cash equivalents at end of the year.
Reconciliation of net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities to Profit after income tax expense
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Profit after income tax expense
1,253
1,184
Adjustments:
Impairment charges/(benefits)
27
135
Computer software amortisation costs
113
60
Depreciation
99
82
(Gain)/loss from hedging ineffectiveness
9
-
Movement in accrued interest receivable
(41)
(89)
Movement in accrued interest payable
112
595
Movement in current and deferred tax
(61)
93
Proceeds from disposal of a controlled entity
-
-
Share-based payments
4
3
Other non-cash items
1
(163)
130
Cash flows from operating activities before changes in operating assets and liabilities 1,352
2,193
Movement in collateral paid
(182)
25
Movement in trading securities and financial assets measured at FVIS
(709)
(1,418)
Movement in loans
(2,519)
(2,167)
Movement in other financial assets
(125)
30
Movement in due from related entities
1
53
(32)
Movement in other assets
(6)
(2)
Movement in collateral received
(416)
(110)
Movement in deposits and other borrowings
(649)
1,348
Movement in other financial liabilities
(2,298)
953
Movement in due to related entities
(84)
62
Movement in other liabilities
2
10
Net movement in external and related entity derivative financial instruments
251
818
Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities (5,330)
1,710
1
Comparatives have been revised to align to the current year presentation of cash held with related entities as cash and cash equivalents, resulting in a $123 million
decrease in movement in due from related entities. Comparatives have also been revised to present the impact of foreign exchange on cash and cash equivalents,
resulting in a $137 million increase in net movement in external and related entity derivative financial instruments.
Notes to the financial statements
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This section contains the additional disclosures required by the Order.
i. General information (Unaudited)
Overseas Bank
The Overseas Bank's principal office and address for service of process is Level 18, Westpac Place, 275 Kent Street, Sydney, New South Wales
2000, Australia.
Limits on material financial support by the Overseas Bank
APRA requires that the ELE of the Overseas Bank limit its non-equity exposures to New Zealand banking subsidiaries to 5% of the Overseas Bank’s
Level 1 Tier 1 capital, as part of an initiative to reduce Australian bank non-equity exposure to their respective New Zealand banking subsidiaries
and branches.
The ELE consists of the Overseas Bank and its subsidiary entities that have been approved by APRA to be included in the ELE for the purposes of
measuring capital adequacy.
Exposures for the purposes of this limit include all committed, non-intraday, non-equity exposures including derivatives and off-balance sheet
exposures. For the purposes of assessing this exposure, the 5% limit excludes equity investments and holdings of capital instruments in New
Zealand banking subsidiaries.
While the limit and associated conditions do not apply to the ELE’s non-equity exposures to the NZ Branch (which is within the ELE), the limit and
associated conditions do apply to the NZ Branch’s non-equity exposures to the rest of the NZ Banking Group other than Westpac New Zealand
Group Limited. As at 30 September 2024, the ELE’s non-equity exposures to New Zealand banking subsidiaries affected by the limit were below
5% of Level 1 Tier 1 capital of the Overseas Bank.
APRA has also confirmed the terms on which the Overseas Bank ‘may provide contingent funding support to a New Zealand banking subsidiary
during times of financial stress’. APRA has confirmed that, at this time, only covered bonds meet its criteria for contingent funding arrangements.
Ranking of local creditors in liquidation
There are material legislative restrictions in Australia (being the Overseas Bank’s country of incorporation) which subordinate the claims of certain
classes of unsecured creditors of the NZ Branch on the assets of the Overseas Bank (including a claim made or proved in an insolvent winding-up
or liquidation of the Overseas Bank) to those of other classes of unsecured creditors of the Overseas Bank.
The legislation described below is relevant to limitations on possible claims made by unsecured creditors of the NZ Branch (together with all other
senior unsecured creditors of the Overseas Bank) and New Zealand depositors on the assets of the Overseas Bank (including a claim made or
proved in an insolvent winding-up or liquidation of the Overseas Bank) relative to those of certain other classes of unsecured creditors of the
Overseas Bank.
Section 13A(3) of the Banking Act 1959 (Commonwealth of Australia) (‘Australian Banking Act’) provides that if an ADI becomes unable to meet
its obligations or suspends payment, the assets of the ADI in Australia are to be available to satisfy the liabilities of the ADI in the following order:
•first, certain obligations of the ADI to APRA (if any) arising under Division 2AA of Part II of the Australian Banking Act in respect of amounts
payable by APRA to holders of ‘protected accounts’ (as defined in the Australian Banking Act) as part of the FCS for the Australian
Government guarantee of ‘protected accounts’ (including most deposits) up to A$250,000 per account holder in the winding-up of the ADI;
•second, APRA’s costs (if any) in exercising its powers and performing its functions relating to the ADI in connection with the FCS;
•third, the ADI’s liabilities (if any) in Australia in relation to ‘protected accounts’ that account-holders keep with the ADI. ‘Protected accounts’
do not include accounts kept at a foreign branch of an ADI;
•fourth, the ADI’s debts (if any) to the Reserve Bank of Australia;
•fifth, the ADI’s liabilities (if any) under an emergency financial ‘industry support contract’ that is certified by APRA in accordance with the
Australian Banking Act; and
•sixth, the ADI’s other liabilities (if any) in the order of their priority apart from the above.
Section 13A(3) of the Australian Banking Act affects all unsecured liabilities of the NZ Branch, which, as at 30 September 2024, amounted to
$13,292 million (30 September 2023: $15,279 million).
Section 13A(4) of the Australian Banking Act also provides that it is an offence for an ADI not to hold assets (other than goodwill and any assets or
other amount excluded by the prudential standards) in Australia of a value that is equal to or greater than the total amount of its deposit liabilities
in Australia, unless APRA has authorised the ADI to hold assets of a lesser value. During the year ended 30 September 2024, the Overseas Bank has
at all times held assets (other than goodwill) in Australia of not less than the value of the Overseas Bank’s total deposit liabilities in Australia.
Under section 16 of the Australian Banking Act, on the winding-up of an ADI, APRA’s cost of being in control of an ADI’s business, or having an
administrator in control of an ADI’s business, is a debt due to APRA. Debts due to APRA shall have, subject to section 13A(3) of the Australian
Banking Act, priority over all other unsecured debts of that ADI.
The requirements of the above provisions have the potential to impact on the management of the liquidity of the New Zealand business of the
Overseas Bank.
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i. General information (Unaudited) (continued)
Guarantee arrangements
No material obligations of the Overseas Bank that relate to the NZ Branch are guaranteed as at the date the Directors and the Chief Executive
Officer, NZ Branch signed this Disclosure Statement.
Directorate
The Directors of the Overseas Bank at the time this Disclosure Statement was signed were:
Name: Steven Gregg, BCom
Non-executive: Yes
Country of Residence: Australia
Primary Occupation: Director
Secondary Occupations: None
Board Audit Committee Member: No
Independent Director: Yes
External Directorships: Chairman of Ampol Limited and Unisson Disability Limited
and a Director of William Inglis & Son Limited.
Name: Peter King, BEc, FCA
Non-executive: No
Country of Residence: Australia
Primary Occupation: Managing Director & Chief
Executive Officer
Secondary Occupations: Director
Board Audit Committee Member: No
Independent Director: No
External Directorships: Director of Australian Banking Association Incorporated,
Institute of International Finance, The Financial Markets Foundation for Children and
Jawun.
Name: Tim Burroughs, MA (Hons), B Psy (Hons), FCA,
FAICD
Non-executive: Yes
Country of Residence: Australia
Primary Occupation: Director
Secondary Occupations: None
Board Audit Committee Member: No
Independent Director: Yes
External Directorships: Nil
Name: Nerida Caesar, BCom, MBA, GAICD
Non-executive: Yes
Country of Residence: Australia
Primary Occupation: Director
Secondary Occupations: None
Board Audit Committee Member: Yes
Independent Director: Yes
External Directorships: Co-Chair of Workplace Giving Australia Limited, Director
of GOOD2GIVE, GOOD2GIVE Research and Technology Ltd, NBN Co Limited,
CreditorWatch Pty Limited and O’Connell Street Associates Pty Limited.
Name: Audette Exel AO, BA, LLB (Hons)
Non-executive: Yes
Country of Residence: Australia
Primary Occupation: Director
Secondary Occupations: None
Board Audit Committee Member: Yes
Independent Director: Yes
External Directorships: Founder and Chair of Adara Development Australia, Adara
Development USA, Adara Development Bermuda, Adara Development UK and Adara
Development Uganda. CEO and Director of Adara Advisors Pty Limited and Adara
Partners (Australia) Pty Limited.
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i. General information (Unaudited) (continued)
Name: Andy Maguire BA, BAI
Non-executive: Yes
Country of Residence: United Kingdom
Primary Occupation: Director
Secondary Occupations: None
Board Audit Committee Member: No
Independent Director: Yes
External Directorships: Chairman of Thought Machine Group and a Director of AIB
Group plc, Allied Irish Banks and AIB Mortgage Bank.
Name: Peter Nash, BCom, FCA, F Fin
Non-executive: Yes
Country of Residence: Australia
Primary Occupation: Director
Secondary Occupations: None
Board Audit Committee Member: Yes, Chairman
Independent Director: Yes
External Directorships: Chairman of Johns Lyng Group Limited. Director of ASX
Limited, Mirvac Limited, Mirvac Funds Limited and General Sir John Monash
Foundation. Board member of Migration Council Australia.
Name: Margaret Seale, BA, FAICD
Non-executive: Yes
Country of Residence: Australia
Primary Occupation: Director
Secondary Occupations: None
Board Audit Committee Member: No
Independent Director: Yes
External Directorships: Director of Scentre Group Limited, Scentre Management
Limited, RE1 Limited, RE2 Limited, Jana Investment Advisers Pty Ltd, Pinchgut Opera
Limited, Seaborn Broughton & Walford Pty Limited and Westpac Scholars Limited.
Name: Michael Ullmer AO, BSc, FAICD, FCA, SF Fin
Non-executive: Yes
Country of Residence: Australia
Primary Occupation: Director
Secondary Occupations: None
Board Audit Committee Member: Yes
Independent Director: Yes
External Directorships: Chairman of Lendlease Corporation Limited, Director of
Lendlease Responsible Entity Limited and Member of the National Gallery of Victoria
Foundation Board.
Changes to Directorate
There have been changes in the composition of the Board of Directors of the Overseas Bank since 30 September 2023, as follows:
●Steven Gregg was appointed as a Non-executive Director and Chairman-Elect of the Overseas Bank on 7 November 2023 and succeeded
John McFarlane as Chairman at the conclusion of the 2023 Annual General Meeting, held on 14 December 2023.
●John McFarlane, the Chairman and a Non-executive Director of the Overseas Bank retired from the Board at the conclusion of the 2023
Annual General Meeting.
●Chris Lynch, a Non-executive Director of the Overseas Bank retired from the Board at the conclusion of the 2023 Annual General Meeting.
●Andy Maguire was appointed as a Non-executive Director of the Overseas Bank on 15 July 2024.
●Nora Scheinkestel, a Non-executive Director of the Overseas Bank retired from the Board on 6 November 2024.
Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch
Name: Christopher James Leuschke, BCom
Country of Residence: New Zealand
Primary Occupation: Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch
Secondary Occupations: Head of Financial Markets, NZ Branch; Director
External Directorships: Director of Glue Guru International Limited, Glue Guru Australia Pty Limited, PPC Foiling Limited, and Traffic New
Zealand Limited
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i. General information (Unaudited) (continued)
Responsible person
All the Directors named above have authorised in writing Catherine McGrath, Chief Executive Officer, Westpac New Zealand to sign this Disclosure
Statement on the Directors’ behalf in accordance with section 82 of the BPS Act.
Name: Catherine Anne McGrath, LLB, BCom
Country of Residence: New Zealand
Primary Occupation: Chief Executive, Westpac New Zealand
Secondary Occupations: Director
Address for communications
All communications may be sent to the Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch and the Responsible Person at the head office of the NZ
Branch located at Westpac on Takutai Square, 16 Takutai Square, Auckland 1010, New Zealand.
Board Audit Committee
There is a Board Audit Committee that covers audit matters, comprising of four members, all of whom are independent directors.
Conflicts of Interest Policy
The Board has a procedure designed to ensure that conflicts and potential conflicts of interest between the Directors’ duty to the Overseas Bank
and their personal, professional or business interests are avoided or dealt with. Each Director must:
i.give notice to the Board of any direct or indirect interest in any contract, proposed contract or other matter with the Overseas Bank as
soon as practicable after the relevant facts have come to that Director’s knowledge. Alternatively, a Director may give to the Board a
general notice to the effect that the Director is to be regarded as interested in any present or prospective contract or other matter
between the Overseas Bank and a person or persons specified in that notice; and
ii.in relation to any matter that is to be considered at a Directors’ meeting in which that Director has a material personal interest, not vote
on the matter nor be present while the matter is being considered at the meeting (unless the remaining Directors have previously
resolved to the contrary).
Transactions with directors
There is no transaction any Director or the Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch, or any immediate relative or close business associate of any
Director or the Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch, has with any member of the NZ Banking Group, that:
●Has been entered into on terms other than those which would, in the ordinary course of business of the NZ Banking Group be given to any
other person of like circumstances or means; or
●Could otherwise be reasonably likely to influence materially the exercise of that Director’s or the Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch’s duties.
Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers
PwC Tower, Level 27
15 Customs Street West
Auckland, New Zealand
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i. General information (Unaudited) (continued)
Pending proceedings or arbitration
Except as listed below there are no pending legal proceedings or arbitration concerning any member of the Overseas Banking Group or the NZ
Banking Group that may have a material adverse effect on the Overseas Bank or the NZ Banking Group.
The Overseas Bank is defending a class action proceeding which was commenced in December 2019 in the Federal Court of Australia on behalf of
certain investors who acquired an interest in the Overseas Bank's securities between 16 December 2013 and 19 November 2019. The proceeding
involves allegations relating to market disclosure issues connected to the Overseas Bank’s monitoring of financial crime over the relevant period
and matters which were the subject of the AUSTRAC civil proceedings. The damages sought on behalf of members of the class have not yet been
specified. However, in the course of a procedural hearing in August 2022, the applicant indicated that a preliminary estimate of the losses that
may be alleged in respect of a subset of potential group members exceeded $1 billion. While it remains unclear how the applicant will ultimately
formulate their estimate of alleged damages claimed on behalf of group members, it is possible that the claim may be higher (or lower) than the
amount referred to above. Given the time period and the nature of the claims alleged to be in question, along with the reduction in the Overseas
Bank's market capitalisation at the time of the commencement of the AUSTRAC civil proceedings, it is likely that any total alleged damages (when,
and if, ultimately articulated by the applicant) will be significant. The Overseas Bank continues to deny both that its disclosure was inappropriate
and, as such, that any group member has incurred damage. The matter has not yet been set down for a hearing.
The Overseas Bank includes details of other legal proceedings in its financial statements.
Credit ratings
The Overseas Bank has the following credit ratings with respect to its long-term senior unsecured obligations, including obligations payable in
New Zealand in New Zealand dollars, as at the date the Directors and the Chief Executive Officer, NZ Branch signed this Disclosure Statement:
Rating AgencyCurrent Credit RatingRating Outlook
Fitch RatingsAA-Stable
Moody's Investors Services
Aa2Stable
S&P Global RatingsAA-Stable
On 6 March 2024, Moody's Investors Services upgraded the Overseas Bank's credit rating to Aa2. The ratings action resulted from the application
of Moody's Investors Service's Advance Loss Given Failure analysis. On 26 May 2024, Fitch upgraded the Overseas Bank's credit rating to AA-
reflecting the build-up of buffers by the bank through existing capital instruments to meet APRA's loss-absorbing capacity requirements. The
Overseas Bank's credit rating assigned by S&P has remained unchanged during the two years immediately preceding the signing date.
Descriptions of credit rating scales
1
Fitch RatingsMoody's
S&P Global
Ratings
The following grades display investment grade characteristics:
Capacity to meet financial commitments is extremely strong. This is the highest issuer
credit rating
AAAAaaAAA
Very strong capacity to meet financial commitmentsAAAaAA
Strong capacity to meet financial commitments although somewhat susceptible to adverse
changes in economic, business or financial conditions
AAA
Adequate capacity to meet financial commitments, but adverse business or economic
conditions are more likely to impair this capacity
BBBBaaBBB
The following grades have predominantly speculative characteristics:
Significant ongoing uncertainties exist which could affect the capacity to meet financial
commitments on a timely basis
BBBaBB
Greater vulnerability and therefore greater likelihood of defaultBBB
Likelihood of default now considered a real possibility. Capacity to meet financial
commitments is dependent on favourable business, economic and financial conditions
CCCCaaCCC
Highest risk of defaultCC to CCaCC
Obligations currently in defaultRD to DCSD to D
1
This is a general description of the rating categories based on information published by Fitch, Moody's and S&P.
The rating scales for long-term ratings issued by S&P and Fitch range from AAA to D. S&P’s and Fitch’s credit ratings may be modified by the
addition of a plus or minus sign to show the relative standing within the major rating categories. The rating scale for long-term ratings assigned by
Moody's range from Aaa to C. Moody's applies numeric modifiers of 1, 2, and 3 to show the relative standing within the major rating categories with
1 indicating the higher end of the category and 3 indicating the lower end.
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i. General information (Unaudited) (continued)
Historical summary of financial statements
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023202220212020
Income statement
Interest income
7,793
6,496 3,824 3,041 3,596
Interest expense
(4,864)
(3,658) (1,486) (983) (1,703)
Net interest income 2,929
2,838 2,338 2,058 1,893
Non-interest income
264
298 584 492 460
Net operating income
3,193
3,136 2,922 2,550 2,353
Operating expenses
(1,427)
(1,353) (1,186) (1,160) (1,082)
Impairment (charges)/benefits
(27)
(135) 27 84 (320)
Profit before income tax expense 1,739
1,648 1,763 1,474 951
Income tax expense
(486)
(464) (465) (417) (270)
Profit after income tax expense 1,253
1,184 1,298 1,057 681
Dividends paid on ordinary share capital (598)
(619) (6,896) (265) (346)
Balance sheet
Total assets
133,501
132,798 135,780 119,848 113,196
Total individually impaired assets
191
62 60 109 137
Total liabilities
121,807
121,969 125,476 109,644 104,151
Total head office account
2,898
2,772 2,624 2,487 2,378
Total equity
11,694
10,829 10,304 10,204 9,045
The amounts for the years ended 30 September have been extracted from the audited financial statements of the NZ Banking Group.
Other material matters
Technology programme
Westpac New Zealand has committed to the Reserve Bank, APRA and Financial Markets Authority to address various technology issues. Material
progress has been made in addressing these technology issues including improving system resilience. Westpac New Zealand is undertaking
further work to meet its expectations and those of the regulators.
Reserve Bank review of overseas bank branches
On 21 August 2024, the Reserve Bank released the proposed Branch Standard under the Deposit Takers Act 2023 which will implement decisions
made as part of the review of its policy for branches of overseas banks. The proposed Branch Standard will require that overseas bank branches
only conduct business with wholesale clients; the total size of an overseas bank's branch cannot exceed NZ$15 billion in total assets; and dual-
operating branches (such as the NZ Branch) only conduct business with “large” corporate and institutional clients.
It is proposed that “large” means those with consolidated annual turnover of over NZ$50 million, total assets of over NZ$75 million or total assets
under management of over NZ$1 billion (for funds management entities only). The implementation date is expected to be in July 2028.
The NZ Branch currently provides financial markets, trade finance and international payment products and services to customers referred by
Westpac New Zealand. We expect the Reserve Bank's Branch Standard will require changes to the activities the NZ Branch undertakes and as a
result, Westpac New Zealand may also make changes to the scope of activities it undertakes.
Overseas Bank and APRA enforceable undertaking on risk governance remediation, Integrated Plan and CORE program
In December 2023, the Overseas Bank completed the Integrated Plan (IP) required under the enforceable undertaking (EU) entered into with APRA
in December 2020 in relation to the Overseas Bank’s risk governance remediation and supporting the strengthening of the Overseas Bank’s risk
governance, accountability, and culture. In its final report issued 30 April 2024, the Independent Reviewer (Promontory Australia) confirmed that
the Overseas Bank has successfully completed the IP. Promontory Australia’s final report, along with reports issued previously, are available on the
Overseas Bank’s website at www.westpac.com.au/about-westpac/media/core. The Overseas Bank is continuing to focus on the sustainability and
effectiveness of the uplift delivered by the IP through a transition phase in 2024.
External auditor rotation
On 8 March 2024, the Overseas Bank announced that KPMG was the preferred firm to be appointed as its external auditor for the 2025 financial
year, beginning 1 October 2024. This appointment is subject to the approval of the Overseas Bank’s shareholders at the 2024 Annual General
Meeting.
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i. General information (Unaudited) (continued)
APRA Discussion Paper on Replacement of Additional Tier 1 Capital
On 10 September 2024, APRA released a discussion paper titled "A more effective capital framework for a crisis" (APRA Discussion Paper) outlining
potential amendments to APRA's prudential framework and seeking feedback on a proposal for banks to phase out AT1 capital and replace it with
greater amounts of Tier 2 capital and Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) capital. The APRA Discussion Paper follows APRA's September 2023 discussion
paper relating to improving the effectiveness of AT1 capital instruments.
APRA’s proposed approach (applicable to large, internationally active banks such as the Overseas Bank) would replace the existing 1.5% AT1
capital with 0.25% CET1 and 1.25% Tier 2 capital, which would see the total minimum CET1 requirement (including regulatory buffers) increase
from 10.25% to 10.50%. This includes increasing the minimum CET1 requirement from 4.5% to 6.0%, but offsetting this increase by removing the
Advanced portion of the capital conservation buffer (CCB) of 1.25% in order to maintain a minimum Tier 1 capital ratio of 6.0% and a minimum
2.5% CCB in line with the Basel minimum standards.
The proposed changes, if implemented as set out in the APRA Discussion Paper, would commence from 1 January 2027. In addition, from this date
existing AT1 instruments would be eligible to be included as Tier 2 capital, until their first scheduled call date. All existing AT1 instruments (issued
by any Australian bank) would reach their first scheduled call date by 2032 at the latest.
APRA is seeking feedback on the APRA Discussion Paper by 8 November 2024 and intends to provide an update on the consultation process in late
2024 and formally consult on any proposed amendments to APRA’s prudential framework in 2025.
Disclosure statements of the NZ Banking Group and the financial statements of the Overseas Bank and the Overseas
Banking Group
Disclosure Statements of the NZ Banking Group for the last five years are available, free of charge, at the internet address www.westpac.co.nz. A
printed copy will also be made available, free of charge, upon request.
The most recently published financial statements of the Overseas Bank and the Overseas Banking Group are for the year ended 30 September
2024, and can be accessed at the internet address www.westpac.com.au.
ii. Additional financial disclosures
Additional information on balance sheet
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Interest earning and discount bearing assets
1
122,945
122,651
Interest and discount bearing liabilities
1
100,202
100,421
Total liabilities of the NZ Branch, net of amounts due to related entities
8,839
8,035
Total retail deposits of the NZ Branch
-
-
1
Comparative amounts have been revised to align to the current year presentation, resulting in a $1,100 million decrease in Interest earning and discount bearing
assets and a $355 million decrease in Interest and discount bearing liabilities.
Additional information on concentrations of credit risk
Refer to Note 13.3 Credit concentrations and maximum exposure to credit risk for additional information on concentration of credit exposure, in
terms of customer and industry sector and material credit risk exposure to the agricultural sector, using ANZSIC.
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ii. Additional financial disclosures (continued)
Additional information on interest rate sensitivity
Sensitivity to interest rates arises from mismatches in the interest rate characteristics of assets and the corresponding liability funding. One of the
major causes of these mismatches is timing differences in the repricing of assets and liabilities. These mismatches are actively managed as part of
the overall interest rate risk management process, which is conducted in accordance with the NZ Banking Group’s policy guidelines.
The following table presents a breakdown of the earlier of the contractual repricing or maturity dates of the NZ Banking Group’s net asset position
as at 30 September 2024. The NZ Banking Group uses this contractual repricing information as a base, which is then altered to take account of
customer behaviour, to manage its interest rate risk.
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
$ millions
Up to 3
Months
Over 3
Months
and Up to
6 Months
Over 6
Months
and Up to
1 Year
Over 1
Year and
Up to 2
Years
Over 2
Years
Non-
interest
BearingTotal
Financial assets
Cash and balances with central banks
7,277 - - - - 276 7,553
Collateral paid
244 - - - - - 244
Trading securities and financial assets measured at
FVIS
2,563 365 732 817 1,246 - 5,723
Derivative financial instruments
- - - - - 3,643 3,643
Investment securities
- 10 912 759 5,854 - 7,535
Loans
48,627 14,318 20,385 13,521 4,607 1,005 102,463
Other financial assets
- - - - - 1,117 1,117
Due from related entities
708 - - - - 2,721 3,429
Total financial assets 59,419 14,693 22,029 15,097 11,707 8,762 131,707
Non-financial assets
1,794
Total assets 133,501
Financial liabilities
Collateral received
198 - - - - - 198
Deposits and other borrowings
46,477 14,203 7,464 1,312 886 11,197 81,539
Other financial liabilities
3,443 - 42 - - 1,950 5,435
Derivative financial instruments
- - - - - 5,932 5,932
Due to related entities
1,128 - - - 5 2,104 3,237
Debt issues
3,315 2,276 193 3,258 12,845 (268) 21,619
Loan capital
- - - - 3,157 (64) 3,093
Total financial liabilities 54,561 16,479 7,699 4,570 16,893 20,851 121,053
Non-financial liabilities
754
Total liabilities 121,807
On-balance sheet interest rate repricing gap 4,858 (1,786) 14,330 10,527 (5,186)
Net derivative notional principals
Net interest rate contracts (notional):
Receivable/(payable)
6,799 (1,177) (11,019) (2,415) 7,812
Net interest rate repricing gap 11,657 (2,963) 3,311 8,112 2,626
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ii. Additional financial disclosures (continued)
Additional information on liquidity risk
Refer to Note 32.2.4 Contractual maturity of financial liabilities which shows the maturity analyses of financial liabilities.
Overseas Banking Group profitability and size
Information on the Overseas Banking Group is from the most recently published financial statements of the Overseas Banking Group for the year
ended 30 September 2024.
Profitability30 Sep 24
Profit after income tax expense for the year ended 30 September 2024 (A$ millions)
1
6,990
Profit after income tax expense for the year ended 30 September 2024 as a percentage of average total assets
0.7%
1
Profit after income tax expense represents the amount before deductions for net profit attributable to non-controlling interests.
Total assets and equity30 Sep 24
Total assets (A$ millions)
1,077,544
Percentage change in total assets over the year ended 30 September 2024
4.6%
Reconciliation of mortgage-related amounts
The following table provides the NZ Banking Group’s reconciliation between any amounts disclosed in this Disclosure Statement that relate to
mortgages on residential property.
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions30 Sep 24
Residential mortgages - total gross loans (as disclosed in Note 11 and Note 13.4)
68,011
Reconciling items:
Unamortised deferred fees and expenses
(435)
Fair value hedge adjustments
(107)
Exposure at default for undrawn commitments and other off-balance sheet exposures
9,517
Residential mortgages by LVR (as disclosed in Additional mortgage information in Note iv. Credit and market risk
exposures and capital adequacy)
76,986
iii. Asset quality
Past due assets
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions30 Sep 24
30 Sep 23
Past due but not individually impaired assets
Less than 30 days past due
1,305
1,360
At least 30 days but less than 60 days past due
297
244
At least 60 days but less than 90 days past due
145
109
At least 90 days past due
366
316
Total past due but not individually impaired assets 2,113
2,029
Movements in components of loss allowance
Refer to Note 12 Provision for expected credit losses for the movements in components of loss allowance.
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iii. Asset quality (continued)
Impacts of changes in gross financial assets on loss allowances - total
The following table explains how changes in gross carrying amounts of loans during the year have contributed to changes in the provision for ECL
on loans.
NZ BANKING GROUP
Performing Non-performing
Total
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3Stage 3
$ millions
CAP CAP CAP IAP
Total gross carrying amount as at 30 September 2023 76,428 23,019 709 62 100,218
Transfers:
Transfers to Stage 1
11,523 (11,492) (31) - -
Transfers to Stage 2
(14,191) 14,534 (341) (2) -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP
(92) (905) 1,016 (19) -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP
- (85) (111) 196 -
Net further lending/(repayment)
(2,325) 301 (120) (8) (2,152)
New financial assets originated
18,691 - - - 18,691
Financial assets derecognised during the year
(10,130) (3,302) (297) (26) (13,755)
Amounts written-off
- - (25) (12) (37)
Total gross carrying amount as at 30 September 2024 79,904 22,070 800 191 102,965
Provision for ECL as at 30 September 2024
(65) (294) (82) (61) (502)
Total net carrying amount as at 30 September 2024 79,839 21,776 718 130 102,463
NZ BANKING GROUP
PerformingNon-performing
Total
Stage 1Stage 2Stage 3Stage 3
$ millions
CAPCAPCAPIAP
Total gross carrying amount as at 30 September 2022
85,810 11,439 483 60 97,792
Transfers:
Transfers to Stage 1 10,007 (9,963) (43) (1) -
Transfers to Stage 2 (22,973) 23,170 (195) (2) -
Transfers to Stage 3 CAP (61) (597) 672 (14) -
Transfers to Stage 3 IAP - (6) (32) 38 -
Net further lending/(repayment) (3,038) 815 (18) (3) (2,244)
New financial assets originated 13,346 - - - 13,346
Financial assets derecognised during the year (6,663) (1,839) (134) (4) (8,640)
Amounts written-off - - (24) (12) (36)
Total gross carrying amount as at 30 September 2023
76,428 23,019 709 62 100,218
Provision for ECL as at 30 September 2023 (77) (300) (107) (23) (507)
Total net carrying amount as at 30 September 2023
76,351 22,719 602 39 99,711
The attribution of amounts disclosed in the movement schedule has been revised to better reflect the nature of the changes in the provision for ECL. Comparatives
have been revised for consistency.
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iii. Asset quality (continued)
Other asset quality information
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions30 Sep 24
30 Sep 23
Undrawn commitments with individually impaired counterparties
17
1
Other assets under administration
-
-
Overseas Banking Group asset quality
Information on the Overseas Banking Group is from the most recently published financial statements of the Overseas Banking Group for the year
ended 30 September 2024.
2024
Total non-performing exposures
1
(A$ millions)
10,755
Total non-performing exposures expressed as a percentage of total assets
1.0%
Total provision for ECL on non-performing exposures
2
(A$ millions)
1,729
Total provision for ECL on non-performing exposures expressed as a percentage of total non-performing exposures
16.1%
Total collectively assessed provision for ECL
2
(A$ millions)
4,560
1
Non-financial assets have not been acquired through the enforcement of security.
2
Total provision for ECL on non-performing exposures and total collectively assessed provision for ECL both include A$1,193 million of provision for ECL that has
been calculated collectively on groups of assets which have been determined to be non-performing, but which are not individually significant.
iv. Credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy (Unaudited)
Additional mortgage information
Residential mortgages by LVR as at 30 September 2024
LVRs are calculated as the current exposure divided by the NZ Banking Group’s valuation of the associated residential property at origination.
The NZ Banking Group utilises data from its loan system to obtain origination valuations. For loans originated prior to 1 January 2008, or those
originated outside of the loan system, the origination valuation is not recorded in the system and is therefore, due to system limitations, not
available for disclosure. For these loans, the NZ Banking Group utilises the earliest valuation recorded as the closest available alternative to
estimate an origination valuation.
Exposures for which no LVR is available have been included in the ‘Exceeds 90%’ category in accordance with the requirements of the Order.
NZ BANKING GROUP
2024
LVR range ($ millions)
Does not
exceed 60%
Exceeds 60%
and not 70%
Exceeds 70%
and not 80%
Exceeds 80%
and not 90%Exceeds 90%Total
On-balance sheet exposures
31,837 14,468 14,853 4,471 1,840 67,469
Undrawn commitments and other off-balance
sheet exposures
7,554 1,033 654 125 151 9,517
Value of exposures 39,391 15,501 15,507 4,596 1,991 76,986
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iv. Credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy (Unaudited) (continued)
Market risk
The NZ Banking Group’s aggregate market risk exposure is derived in accordance with BPR140 Market risk exposure and is calculated on a six-
monthly basis. The end-of-period aggregate market risk exposure is calculated from the period end balance sheet information.
For each category of market risk, the NZ Banking Group’s peak end-of-day aggregate capital charge is derived in accordance with the scalar
approach as referred to in BPR140. Under this approach, the end-of-period capital charge is scaled by the ratio of peak capital charge to end-of-
period capital charge using the internal VaR method.
The following table provides a summary of the NZ Banking Group’s notional capital charges by risk type as at the reporting date and the peak end-
of-day notional capital charges by risk type for the six months ended 30 September 2024:
NZ BANKING GROUP
30 Sep 24
$ millions
Implied Risk Weighted
ExposureNotional Capital Charge
End-of-period
Interest rate risk
9,630 770
Currency risk
19 2
Equity risk
- -
Peak end-of-day
Interest rate risk
19,915 1,593
Currency risk
53 4
Equity risk
- -
Overseas Bank and Overseas Banking Group capital ratios
Refer to Note 31 for information on the Overseas Bank and Overseas Banking Group capital ratios.
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v. Insurance, securitisation, funds management, other fiduciary activities, and marketing and
distribution of insurance products
Insurance business
The NZ Banking Group does not conduct any insurance business.
Non-consolidated insurance and non-financial activities
The Overseas Bank does not conduct any insurance or non-financial activities in New Zealand outside of the NZ Banking Group.
The NZ Banking Group’s involvement in securitisation, funds management, other fiduciary activities, and marketing and
distribution of insurance products
Securitisation
The NZ Banking Group uses structured entities to securitise its financial assets through the Covered Bond Programme and Westpac New Zealand’s
internal residential mortgage-backed securitisation programme. Refer to Note 29 Securitisation, covered bonds and other transferred assets for
further information and amounts of outstanding securitised assets.
Funds management and other fiduciary activities
The NZ Banking Group conducts investment and other fiduciary activities that result in the holding or placing of assets on behalf of individuals,
trusts, retirement benefit plans and other institutions. These assets are not the property of the NZ Banking Group and accordingly are not included
in these financial statements, with the exception of the PIE Funds which are treated as controlled entities of Westpac New Zealand (refer to Note
23 for further details). Where controlled entities incur certain liabilities in respect of these activities, a right of indemnity exists against the assets
of the applicable trusts. As these assets are sufficient to cover liabilities, and it is not probable that the controlled entities will be required to settle
them, the liabilities are not included in the financial statements.
The PIE Funds are managed by a member of the NZ Banking Group (refer to Note 23 for further details) and invest in deposits with Westpac New
Zealand. Westpac New Zealand is considered to control the PIE Funds, and as such they are consolidated within the financial statements of the NZ
Banking Group.
The value of assets subject to funds management and other fiduciary activities as at the reporting date were as follows:
NZ BANKING GROUP
$ millions2024
2023
Retirement plans
11,811
10,005
Retail unit trusts
955
1,001
Wholesale client portfolios
444
497
Term PIE
3,991
2,942
Cash PIE
805
723
Notice Saver PIE
556
562
Total funds under management 18,562
15,730
Other than funds under management disclosed above, there are no funds held in trust, funds under custodial arrangements or other funds held or
managed subject to fiduciary responsibilities by any member of the NZ Banking Group (30 September 2023: nil).
Marketing and distribution of insurance products
Westpac New Zealand markets and distributes both life and general insurance products. The general and life insurance products are fully
underwritten by external third party insurance companies. Disclosures are made in marketing material that the products are underwritten by
those companies and that the Overseas Banking Group does not guarantee the obligations of, or any products issued by, those companies.
Arrangements to ensure no adverse impacts arising from the above activities
The NZ Banking Group’s risk management strategy (refer to Note vi. Risk management policies) will help minimise the possibility that any
difficulties arising from the above activities would adversely impact the NZ Banking Group.
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vi. Risk management policies
Information about risk
Risk Management Framework
The NZ Banking Group regards risk management as the foundation of our business. It underpins our strength and resilience, shapes the way we
operate and provides clear parameters for our people to make decisions and keep customers safe. The NZ Banking Group Risk Management
Framework outlines our approach to managing risk across the business, bringing together systems, structures, policies, processes and people.
The NZ Banking Group adopts a ‘Three Lines of Defence model standard’ approach to risk management which enables our people to understand
their role in actively managing risk.
The First Line of Defence owns and manages the risks they originate
Business units are responsible for proactively identifying, evaluating, owning, monitoring, managing and controlling the existing and emerging
risks in their businesses. They manage business activities within approved risk appetite and policies. In managing its risk, the First Line of Defence
establishes and maintains appropriate governance structures, controls, resources and self-assessment processes, including issue identification,
recording and escalation procedures.
The Second Line of Defence provides independent insight, oversight and challenge of First Line activities
The Second Line of Defence is an independent function that develops risk management frameworks, defines guardrails, provides objective review
and challenge regarding the effectiveness of risk management within the First Line business and executes specific risk management activities
where functional independence and/or specific risk capability is required. Its approach is risk-based and proportionate to First Line activities.
The Third Line of Defence provides independent objective assurance
The Third Line is an assurance function that provides the Board, Board Committees and senior management with independent and objective
evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of the NZ Banking Group’s governance, risk management and internal controls.
Risk Management Frameworks
The Overseas Bank and Westpac New Zealand together had systems in place to monitor and control adequately the material risks of the following
relevant members of the NZ Banking Group:
●BTNZ;
●BTFGNZL;
●WFSGNZL;
●WGINZL;
●WHNZL;
●WCNZL; and
●WNZGL.
The Overseas Bank and the NZ Branch together had systems in place to monitor and control adequately the material risks of the NZ Branch. The
remaining relevant members of the NZ Banking Group are not considered to have material risks.
The NZ Branch has a NZ Branch Risk Committee, NZ Branch RISKCO, which meets quarterly, and which oversees the management of material risk
classes that include, but are not limited to, credit risk, compliance and conduct risk, operational risk, funding and liquidity risk, market risk,
strategic risk, reputation and sustainability risk, risk culture, financial crime and cyber risk across the NZ Branch.
BTNZ maintains a Risk Management Framework approved by its Board which is closely aligned to the Overseas Banking Group and Westpac New
Zealand’s Risk Management Framework whilst reflecting BTNZ’s specific regulatory and operating environment.
Westpac New Zealand, a member of the NZ Banking Group, is a locally incorporated registered bank. Westpac New Zealand’s Risk Management
Framework is closely aligned with that of the Overseas Banking Group, and the Board of Westpac New Zealand is responsible for the risk
management of that bank and its subsidiaries.
The Boards of the other entities making up the NZ Banking Group have ultimate responsibility for overseeing the effective deployment of the Risk
Management Frameworks for these entities.
Financial risks
Refer to Note 32 Risk management, funding and liquidity risk and market risk for a discussion of the financial risks faced by the NZ Banking Group.
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vi. Risk management policies (continued)
Other key material risks
Operational risk
Operational risk is the risk of loss resulting from inadequate or failed internal processes, people and systems, or from external events. The NZ
Banking Group recognises that operational risk is a necessary part of doing business. The NZ Banking Group manages this type of risk through
robust processes and controls including effective and timely remediation of material operational issues and incidents.
The NZ Banking Group applies the Overseas Bank’s Operational Risk Management Framework which outlines the business requirements for
managing operational risk. This covers governance, risk and control assessments, incident management, issues management, and ongoing
reporting and monitoring. Westpac New Zealand has its own Operational Risk Management Framework that is closely aligned with that of the
Overseas Bank and is approved by the Westpac New Zealand BRCC.
Compliance and conduct risk
Compliance and conduct risk is the risk of failing to abide by the NZ Banking Group’s compliance obligations or otherwise failing to have
behaviours and practices that deliver suitable, fair and clear outcomes for customers and that support market integrity.
The NZ Banking Group identifies compliance and conduct risks as part of managing the business which includes considering emerging risks and
responding to changes in the business, business strategy and external environment. The NZ Banking Group manages compliance and conduct
risks by implementing and embedding frameworks, systems, policies, standards, procedures and controls.
The NZ Branch applies the Overseas Bank’s Compliance and Conduct Risk Management Framework which is supported by compliance and
conduct policies to assist the business in managing its compliance and conduct risks. The Framework is approved by the Overseas Bank’s Board
Risk Committee. The NZ Banking Group, excluding the NZ Branch, operates its own Compliance and Conduct Risk Management Framework that is
closely aligned with that of the Overseas Bank and is approved by the Westpac New Zealand BRCC.
Financial crime risk
Financial crime risk is the risk that the NZ Banking Group fails to prevent financial crime and comply with applicable global financial crime
regulatory obligations.
The NZ Banking Group applies the Overseas Bank’s Financial Crime Risk Management Framework, which describes the NZ Banking Group’s
approach to managing Financial Crime Risk. Under this Framework, the NZ Banking Group proactively identifies, assesses, mitigates and reports
financial crime risks through robust controls and systems including timely ownership, investigation and remediation of financial crime incidents.
Westpac New Zealand has its own Financial Crime Risk Management Framework that is closely aligned with that of the Overseas Bank and is
approved by the Westpac New Zealand BRCC.
Cyber risk
Cyber risk is the risk that the NZ Banking Group’s or its third parties’ data or technology are inappropriately accessed, manipulated or damaged
from cybersecurity threats or vulnerabilities.
The NZ Banking Group proactively manages cyber risk exposure, to limit the likelihood of inappropriate access, manipulation or damage to the NZ
Banking Group’s and its third parties’ data and technology. This includes embedding cyber security capabilities such as data security controls,
application protection controls, and identity and access management.
Reputational & sustainability risk
Reputational & sustainability risk is the risk of failing to recognise or address ESG issues and the risk that an action, inaction, transaction,
investment, or event will reduce trust in the NZ Banking Group’s integrity and competence by clients, counterparties, investors, regulators,
employees or the public.
The NZ Banking Group seeks to cultivate stakeholders’ trust in the NZ Banking Group’s integrity and competence and to balance commerciality of
decisions with stakeholder expectations, potential impacts on people, communities or the environment, recognising that ESG issues can involve
complex, interconnected and at times competing considerations.
Strategic risk
Strategic risk is the risk that the NZ Banking Group makes inappropriate strategic choices, does not implement its strategies successfully, or does
not respond effectively to changes in the operating environment.
The NZ Banking Group manages strategic risk through annual strategic reviews and financial target setting, ongoing monitoring of performance
and changes and, stress testing and/or scenario analysis.
Risk culture
There is a risk that the NZ Banking Group’s culture does not promote and reinforce behavioural expectations and structures to identify,
understand, discuss and act on risks.
The NZ Banking Group promotes a risk culture which supports its purpose, strategy and values and the ability to manage risk effectively. The NZ
Banking Group regularly assesses its risk culture and undertakes initiatives to continually improve.
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vi. Risk management policies (continued)
Reviews of the NZ Banking Group’s risk management systems
Westpac New Zealand Audit and the Overseas Banking Group’s Group Audit function periodically review the NZ Banking Group’s Operational,
Compliance and Conduct, Market, Funding and Liquidity, Credit and Model Risk Frameworks. The periodic reviews follow an internal audit
methodology which aims at achieving a review of the very high-risk areas annually, high-risk areas bi-annually, medium risk areas every three
years and low risk areas every four years.
The reviews discussed above in this section are not conducted by a party which is external to the NZ Banking Group or the Overseas Banking
Group, though they are independent and have no direct authority over the activities of management.
Various external reviews of the NZ Banking Group’s risk management system have been conducted during the year ended 30 September 2024 as
part of ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements.
Internal audit function of the NZ Banking Group
The NZ Banking Group internal audit services are provided by Westpac New Zealand’s and the Overseas Banking Group’s internal audit functions.
Westpac New Zealand’s internal audit function (‘WNZL Audit’) oversees all entities within the NZ Banking Group with the exception of the NZ
Branch whose internal audit services are overseen by the Overseas Banking Group’s internal audit function. WNZL Audit is headed by the Chief
Internal Auditor who reports directly to the Westpac New Zealand Board Audit Committee, while the Overseas Banking Group’s internal audit
function is headed by the General Manager Group Audit who reports to the Overseas Banking Group’s Board Audit Committee.
Both internal audit functions provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls across
the NZ Banking Group’s operations. The level of risk across all material risk classes determines the scope and frequency of individual audits.
The Westpac New Zealand Board Audit Committee meets regularly, and its responsibilities include the oversight of NZ Banking Group’s statutory
financial reporting requirements and the internal audit function, with the exception of the NZ Branch. The Overseas Banking Group Board Audit
Committee also meets regularly and has similar responsibilities for the NZ Branch.
Access to the Overseas Bank disclosures
The Overseas Banking Group is required to disclose additional detailed information on its risk management practices and capital adequacy on a
quarterly basis. This information is made available to users via the Overseas Banking Group’s website (www.westpac.com.au).
Registered bank disclosures
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Conditions of registration
The registration of Westpac Banking Corporation (“the registered
bank”) in New Zealand is subject to the following conditions, which
applied from 1 July 2024:
1.That the NZ Banking Group does not conduct any non-financial
activities that in aggregate are material relative to its total
activities.
In this condition of registration, the meaning of “material” is
based on generally accepted accounting practice.
2.That the NZ Banking Group’s insurance business is not greater
than 1% of its total consolidated assets.
For the purposes of this condition of registration, the NZ
Banking Group’s insurance business is the sum of the following
amounts for entities in the NZ Banking Group:
(a)if the business of an entity predominantly consists of
insurance business and the entity is not a subsidiary of
another entity in the NZ Banking Group whose business
predominantly consists of insurance business, the amount
of the insurance business to sum is the total consolidated
assets of the group headed by the entity; and
(b)if the entity conducts insurance business and its business
does not predominantly consist of insurance business and
the entity is not a subsidiary of another entity in the NZ
Banking Group whose business predominantly consists of
insurance business, the amount of the insurance business
to sum is the total liabilities relating to the entity’s
insurance business plus the equity retained by the entity
to meet the solvency or financial soundness needs of its
insurance business.
In determining the total amount of the NZ Banking Group’s
insurance business:
(a)all amounts must relate to on balance sheet items only,
and must comply with generally accepted accounting
practice; and
(b)if products or assets of which an insurance business is
comprised also contain a non-insurance component, the
whole of such products or assets must be considered part
of the insurance business.
For the purposes of this condition of registration,:
“insurance business” means the undertaking or assumption of
liability as an insurer under a contract of insurance:
“insurer” and “contract of insurance” have the same meaning
as provided in sections 6 and 7 of the Insurance (Prudential
Supervision) Act 2010.
3.That the business of the registered bank in New Zealand does
not constitute a predominant proportion of the total business
of the registered bank.
4.That no appointment to the position of the New Zealand chief
executive officer of the registered bank shall be made unless:
(a)the Reserve Bank has been supplied with a copy of the
curriculum vitae of the proposed appointee; and
(b)the Reserve Bank has advised that it has no objection to
that appointment.
5.That Westpac Banking Corporation complies with the
requirements imposed on it by the Australian Prudential
Regulation Authority.
6.That Westpac Banking Corporation complies with the following
minimum capital adequacy requirements, as administered by
the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority:
(a)Common Equity Tier 1 capital of Westpac Banking
Corporation is not less than 4.5% of risk weighted
exposures;
(b)Tier 1 capital of Westpac Banking Corporation is not less
than 6% of risk weighted exposures; and
(c)Total capital of Westpac Banking Corporation is not less
than 8% of risk weighted exposures.
7.That liabilities of the registered bank in New Zealand, net of
amounts due to related parties (including amounts due to a
subsidiary or affiliate of the registered bank), do not exceed $15
billion.
8.That the retail deposits of the registered bank in New Zealand
do not exceed $200 million. For the purposes of this condition
retail deposits are defined as deposits by natural persons,
excluding deposits with an outstanding balance which exceeds
$250,000.
9.That, for a loan-to-valuation measurement period ending on or
after 31 December 2024, the total of the business of the
registered bank in New Zealand’s qualifying new mortgage
lending amount in respect of property-investment residential
mortgage loans with a loan-to-valuation ratio of more than
70%, must not exceed 5% of the total of the qualifying new
mortgage lending amount in respect of property-investment
residential mortgage loans arising in the loan-to-valuation
measurement period.
10.That, for a loan-to-valuation measurement period ending on or
after 31 December 2024, the total of the business of the
registered bank in New Zealand’s qualifying new mortgage
lending amount in respect of non property-investment
residential mortgage loans with a loan-to-valuation ratio of
more than 80%, must not exceed 20% of the total of the
qualifying new mortgage lending amount in respect of non
property-investment residential mortgage loans arising in the
loan-to-valuation measurement period.
11.That, for a debt-to-income measurement period, the total of
the business of the registered bank in New Zealand's qualifying
new mortgage lending amount in respect of property-
investment residential mortgage loans with a debt-to-income
ratio of more than 7, must not exceed 20% of the total of the
qualifying new mortgage lending amount in respect of
property-investment residential mortgage loans arising in the
debt-to-income measurement period.
12.That, for a debt-to-income measurement period, the total of
the business of the registered bank in New Zealand's qualifying
new mortgage lending amount in respect of non property-
investment residential mortgage loans with a debt-to-income
ratio of more than 6, must not exceed 20% of the total of the
qualifying new mortgage lending amount in respect of non
property-investment residential mortgage loans arising in the
debt-to-income measurement period.
13.That the business of the registered bank in New Zealand must
not make a residential mortgage loan unless the terms and
conditions of the loan contract or the terms and conditions for
an associated mortgage require that a borrower obtain the
registered bank’s agreement before the borrower can grant to
another person a charge over the residential property used as
security for the loan.
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In these conditions of registration,:
“Banking Group” means the New Zealand business of the registered
bank and its subsidiaries as required to be reported in group financial
statements for the group’s New Zealand business under section
461B(2) of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013.
“business of the registered bank in New Zealand” means the New
Zealand business of the registered bank as defined in the
requirement for financial statements for New Zealand business in
section 461B(1) of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013.
“generally accepted accounting practice” has the same meaning as
in section 8 of the Financial Reporting Act 2013.
“liabilities of the registered bank in New Zealand” means the
liabilities that the registered bank would be required to report in
financial statements for its New Zealand business if section 461B(1) of
the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 applied.
In conditions of registration 9 and 10,:
“loan-to-valuation ratio”, “non property-investment residential
mortgage loan”, “property-investment residential mortgage loan”,
“qualifying new mortgage lending amount in respect of property-
investment residential mortgage loans”, and “qualifying new
mortgage lending amount in respect of non property-investment
residential mortgage loans” have the same meaning as in the Reserve
Bank of New Zealand document entitled “Framework for Restrictions
on High-LVR Residential Mortgage Lending” (BS19) dated October
2021, and where the version dates of the Reserve Bank of New
Zealand Banking Prudential Requirement (BPR) documents referred
to in BS19 for the purpose of defining these terms are:
BPR documentVersion date
BPR131: Standardised credit risk RWAs1 July 2024
BPR001: Glossary1 October 2023
“loan-to-valuation measurement period” means a rolling period of
six calendar months ending on the last day of the sixth calendar
month.
In conditions of registration 11 and 12,:
"debt-to-income ratio", "debt-to-income measurement period", "non
property- investment residential mortgage loan", "prope r t y -
investment residential mortgage loan", "qualifying new mortgage
lending amount in respect of property-investment residential
mortgage loans", and "qualifying new mortgage lending amount in
respect of non property-investment residential mortgage loans" have
the same meaning as in the Reserve Bank of New Zealand document
entitled "Framework for Restrictions on High Debt-To-Income
Residential Mortgage lending" (BS20) dated 3 April 2023, and where
the version dates of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand Banking
Prudential Requirement (BPR) documents referred to in BS20 for the
purpose of defining these terms are:
BPR documentVersion date
BPR131: Standardised credit risk RWAs1 July 2024
BPR001: Glossary1 October 2023
"debt-to-income measurement period" means:
(a) the initial period of six calendar months from the date of this
conditions of registration (1 July 2024) ending on 31 December 2024;
and
(b) thereafter, a rolling period of six calendar months ending on the
last day of the sixth calendar month, the first of which ends on 31
January 2025 and covers the months of August, September, October,
November and December 2024 and January 2025.
In condition of registration 13,:
"residential mortgage loan" has the same meaning as in the Reserve
Bank of New Zealand document entitled "Framework for Restrictions
on High Debt-To-Income Residential Mortgage lending" (BS20) dated
3 April 2023, and where the version dates of the Reserve Bank of New
Zealand Banking Prudential Requirement (BPR) documents referred
to in BS20 for the purpose of defining these terms are:
BPR documentVersion date
BPR131: Standardised credit risk RWAs1 July 2024
BPR001: Glossary1 October 2023
Changes to conditions of registration
The following changes to the Overseas Bank’s conditions of registration have occurred between the reporting date for the previous disclosure
statement and the reporting date for this disclosure statement:
●With effect from 1 July 2024:
oDebt-to-Income (DTI) restrictions were activated at settings of: a 20% limit on new residential lending to owner-occupiers with a DTI
greater than 6; and a 20% limit on new residential lending to investors with a DTI greater than 7.
omortgage loan-to-value ratio (LVR) restrictions were eased to a 20% limit on new lending to owner occupiers with an LVR above 80%;
and a 5% limit on new lending to investors with an LVR above 70%.
Conditions of registration
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Independent auditor’s report
To the Directors of Westpac Banking Corporation
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Our opinion
In our opinion, the accompanying:
●consolidated financial statements, excluding the information disclosed in accordance with Schedules 4, 7, 9, 11
and 13 of the Registered Bank Disclosure Statements (Overseas Incorporated Registered Banks) Order 2014
(as amended) (the “Order”), of Westpac Banking Corporation (the “Overseas Bank”) in respect of the New
Zealand operations (the “NZ Banking Group”), present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of
the NZ Banking Group as at 30 September 2024, its financial performance and its cash flows for the year then
ended in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (“NZ IFRS”)
and International Financial Reporting Standards Accounting Standards (“IFRS Accounting Standards”); and
●information disclosed in accordance with Schedules 4, 7, 11 and 13 of the Order (the “Supplementary
Information”), in all material respects:
‒ presents fairly the matters to which it relates; and
‒ is disclosed in accordance with those schedules.
What we have audited
●The NZ Banking Group’s consolidated financial statements (the “Financial Statements”) required by clause 25
of the Order, comprising:
‒ the balance sheet as at 30 September 2024;
‒ the income statement for the year then ended;
‒ the statement of comprehensive income for the year then ended;
‒ the statement of changes in equity for the year then ended;
‒ the statement of cash flows for the year then ended; and
‒ the notes to the Financial Statements, excluding the information disclosed in accordance with Schedules 4,
7, 9, 11 and 13 of the Order within notes 12, 13, 31 and 32 of the Financial Statements, which includes
material accounting policy information and other explanatory information.
●The Supplementary Information within notes 12, 13 and 32 of the Financial Statements and notes ii, iii, v and vi
of the registered bank disclosures for the year ended 30 September 2024 of the NZ Banking Group.
We have not audited the information relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy disclosed
in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Order within note 31 of the Financial Statements and note iv of the
registered bank disclosures and our opinion does not extend to this information.
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Basis for opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (New Zealand) (ISAs (NZ)) and
International Standards on Auditing (ISAs). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the
Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information section of
our report.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our
opinion.
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Independence
We are independent of the NZ Banking Group in accordance with Professional and Ethical Standard 1
International Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners (including International Independence Standards) (New
Zealand) (PES 1) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board and the International
Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including International Independence Standards) issued by the
International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA Code), and we have fulfilled our other ethical
responsibilities in accordance with these requirements.
Our firm carries out other services for the NZ Banking Group in the areas of assessments of whether the
preconditions for assurance exist in preparation for assurance over greenhouse gas disclosures and other
assurance and audit related services. Other assurance and audit related services include limited assurance over
compliance with the information required on capital adequacy, regulatory liquidity requirements and credit and
market risk exposures and agreed upon procedures over the issue of comfort letters and debt issuance
programmes. We have also provided audit and non-audit assurance services in respect to non-consolidated
entities managed by the NZ Banking Group. In addition, certain partners and employees of our firm may deal with
the NZ Banking Group on normal terms within the ordinary course of trading activities. The provision of these
other services and these relationships have not impaired our independence as auditor of the NZ Banking Group.
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Key audit matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance in our audit of
the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information of the current year. These matters were addressed
in the context of our audit of the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information as a whole, and in
forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.
Description of the key audit matterHow our audit addressed the key audit matter
Provision for expected credit losses on loans and
credit commitments
As disclosed in Note 12 of the Financial Statements, the
provision for expected credit losses (ECL) on loans and
credit commitments totalled $555 million as at 30
September 2024.
ECL is a probability-weighted estimate of the cash
shortfalls expected to result from defaults over the
relevant timeframe determined by evaluating a range of
possible outcomes and taking into account the time
value of money, past events, current conditions and
forecasts of future economic conditions. The model to
determine the ECL includes significant judgement in
assumptions used to determine when a significant
increase in credit risk (SICR) has occurred, in estimating
forward looking macroeconomic scenarios (MES),
applying a probability weighting to different scenarios,
and identifying and calculating adjustments to model
output (portfolio overlays).
Our audit procedures included testing the design and
operating effectiveness of selected controls relating to
the NZ Banking Group’s ECL estimation process,
which included controls over the data, model,
assumptions and governance used in determining the
provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments,
as well as IT general controls related to the relevant
IT systems.
In addition to controls testing, our other significant
audit procedures included, among others:
●consideration of the appropriateness of the
methodology inherent in the models for SICR and
MES against the requirements of NZ IFRS 9;
●the involvement of our credit risk modelling experts
to evaluate the appropriateness of the models and
the reasonableness of the assumptions applied
within the models, the accuracy of the ECL model
calculation and evaluating the results of
management’s model monitoring undertaken
during the year;
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Description of the key audit matterHow our audit addressed the key audit matter
There is also a significant volume of data used in the
ECL model, which is sourced from relevant Information
Technology (IT) systems.
Individually assessed allowances are also recognised
by the NZ Banking Group for loans that are known to
be impaired at the reporting date.
The principal considerations for our determination that
performing procedures relating to the provision for ECL
on loans and credit commitments is a key audit matter
are:
●there was significant judgement and effort in
evaluating audit evidence related to the model and
assumptions used to determine the provision for
ECL on loans and credit commitments;
●there was significant judgement and effort in
evaluating audit evidence related to the
identification and calculation of portfolio overlay
adjustments to the ECL, MES and the associated
weightings applied;
●there was a high degree of auditor effort required to
test critical data elements used in the model, and
the model evaluation processes;
●there was a high degree of auditor effort required to
test relevant IT controls used in determining the
provision for ECL on loans and credit commitments;
and
●the nature and extent of audit effort required to test
the models, assumptions and judgements required
specialised skill and knowledge.
●the involvement of our economics experts to assist in
evaluating the reasonableness of key assumptions,
economic variables and data applied in determining
MES;
●challenging and assessing the appropriateness of
portfolio overlay adjustments to provide evidence that
these are reasonable;
●assessing the completeness of portfolio overlay
adjustments by considering factors including model
performance, data quality and other relevant risks;
●testing the completeness and accuracy of critical
data elements used to calculate the portfolio
overlays;
●assessing the review, challenge and approval by an
internal governance committee of MES, probability
weightings and portfolio overlay adjustments used in
the ECL model and assessing the reasonableness of
decisions;
●substantive testing on a sample basis of the input of
critical data elements into source systems, and the
flow and transformation of those critical data
elements from source systems to the ECL model;
●for a sample of corporate loans not identified as
impaired, considering the borrower’s latest financial
information provided to the NZ Banking Group to test
the reasonableness of the credit risk grade rating that
has been allocated to the borrower, a critical data
element which involves significant management
judgement;
●for a sample of impaired loans where the provision is
individually assessed, considering the borrower’s
latest financial information, value of security held as
collateral, multiple weighted scenario outcomes and
independent expert advice (where applicable)
provided to the NZ Banking Group to test the basis of
measuring individually assessed provisions; and
●considering the impacts of events occurring
subsequent to balance date on the ECL for loans and
credit commitments.
We also assessed the appropriateness of the NZ
Banking Group’s disclosures in the Financial Statements
against the requirements of NZ IFRS.
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Description of the key audit matterHow our audit addressed the key audit matter
IT systems and controls
The NZ Banking Group is heavily dependent on
complex, interdependent IT systems for the capture,
processing, storage and extraction of significant
volumes of transactions which is critical to the
recording of financial information and the preparation
of financial statements of the NZ Banking Group.
Accordingly, we considered this to be a key audit
matter.
In common with all other major banks, access
management controls are important to ensure both
access and changes made to systems and data are
appropriate.
The NZ Banking Group’s controls over IT systems
include:
●user access to applications, process and data;
●program development and changes;
●segregation of duties and privileged user accounts;
and
●IT operations.
For material financial statement transactions and
balances, our procedures included gaining an
understanding of the business processes, key controls
and IT systems used to generate and support those
transactions and balances and associated IT application
controls and IT dependencies in manual controls. This
involved the following areas:
●how user access is granted, reviewed and removed
on a timely basis from IT applications and supporting
infrastructure. We also examined how privileged
roles and functions are managed to those systems;
●how changes are initiated, documented, tested and
authorised prior to migration into the production
environment of critical IT applications. We also
assessed the appropriateness of users with access
to make changes to IT applications across the NZ
Banking Group;
●how controls are designed to enforce segregation of
duties and the use of privileged accounts to ensure
that data is only changed through authorised means;
and
●how controls over operations are used to ensure that
any issues are managed appropriately.
Where relevant to our planned audit approach, we,
along with our IT specialists, assessed the design and
tested the effectiveness of certain controls over the
continued integrity of the in-scope IT systems that are
relevant to financial reporting.
We also carried out tests, on a sample basis, of IT
application controls and IT dependencies in manual
controls that were key to our audit testing strategy in
order to assess the accuracy of relevant system
calculations, key reports and the operation of certain
system enforced access controls.
Where we identified design or operating effectiveness
matters relating to IT systems and application controls
relevant to our audit, we performed alternative or
additional audit procedures.
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Our audit approach
Overview
The overall NZ Banking Group materiality is $86.9 million, which represents
approximately 5% of the profit before income tax for the year ended 30
September 2024.
We chose profit before income tax because, in our view, it is the benchmark
against which the performance of the NZ Banking Group is most commonly
measured by users, and is a generally accepted benchmark.
Full scope audits were conducted over the most financially significant operations,
being Consumer Banking and Wealth, Institutional and Business Banking and
Financial Markets, International Trade and Payments divisions as well as the NZ
Banking Group’s treasury operations. Specified audit and analytical review
procedures were performed over the remaining operations.
As reported above, we have two key audit matters, being:
●Provision for expected credit losses on loans and credit commitments; and
●IT systems and controls.
As part of designing our audit, we determined materiality and assessed the risks of material misstatement in the
Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information. In particular, we considered where management made
subjective judgements; for example, in respect of significant accounting estimates that involved making
assumptions and considering future events that are inherently uncertain. As in all of our audits, we also addressed
the risk of management override of internal controls, including among other matters, consideration of whether
there was evidence of bias that represented a risk of material misstatement due to fraud.
Materiality
The scope of our audit was influenced by our application of materiality. An audit is designed to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information are free from material
misstatement. Misstatements may arise due to fraud or error. They are considered material if, individually or in
aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of
the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information.
Based on our professional judgement, we determined certain quantitative thresholds for materiality, including the
overall NZ Banking Group materiality for the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information, as a
whole, as set out above. These, together with qualitative considerations, helped us to determine the scope of our
audit, the nature, timing and extent of our audit procedures and to evaluate the effect of misstatements, both
individually and in aggregate, on the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information, as a whole.
How we tailored our group audit scope
We tailored the scope of our audit in order to perform sufficient work to enable us to provide an opinion on the
Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information, as a whole, taking into account the structure of the NZ
Banking Group, the financial reporting processes and controls, and the industry in which the NZ Banking Group
operates.
Certain operational processes which are critical to financial reporting for the NZ Banking Group are undertaken
outside of New Zealand. We worked with a PwC network firm engaged in the Westpac Banking Corporation group
audit to understand and examine certain processes, test controls and perform other substantive audit procedures
that supported material balances, classes of transactions and disclosures within the NZ Banking Group’s Financial
Statements and Supplementary Information. This enabled us to evaluate the effectiveness of the controls over
those processes and consider the implications for the remainder of our audit work.
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Other information
The Directors are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the information included
in the Disclosure Statement presented in accordance with Schedule 2 of the Order on pages 5, 82 to 88
(excluding the information on page 88 relating to note ii of the registered bank disclosures which forms part of the
Supplementary Information), 98 and 99, and the information relating to credit and market risk exposures and
capital adequacy disclosed in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Order within note 31 of the Financial Statements
and note iv of the registered bank disclosures, but does not include the Financial Statements, the Supplementary
Information and our auditor’s report thereon. The other information also includes Westpac Banking Corporation,
New Zealand Climate Report (“Climate Report”) to be published at a later date. Other than the Climate Report
which we will receive at a later date, we have received all the other information expected to be included in the
Disclosure Statement.
Our opinion on the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information does not cover the other information
and we do not express any form of audit opinion or assurance conclusion thereon. We issue a separate limited
assurance report on the information relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy disclosed in
accordance with Schedule 9 of the Order.
In connection with our audit of the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information, our responsibility is
to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent
with the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or
otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on the work we have performed on the other information
that we obtained prior to the date of this auditor’s report, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this
other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.
When we read the Climate Report, if we conclude that there is a material misstatement therein, we are required to
communicate the matter to the Directors and use our professional judgement to determine the appropriate action
to take.
Responsibilities of the Directors for the Disclosure Statement
The Directors of the Overseas Bank (the ‘Directors’) are responsible, on behalf of the Overseas Bank, for the
preparation and fair presentation of the Financial Statements in accordance with clause 25 of the Order, NZ IFRS
and IFRS Accounting Standards, and for such internal control as the Directors determine is necessary to enable
the preparation of the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information that are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In addition, the Directors are responsible, on behalf of the Overseas Bank, for the preparation and fair
presentation of the Disclosure Statement which includes:
●all of the information prescribed in Schedule 2 of the Order; and
●the information prescribed in Schedules 4, 7, 9, 11, and 13 of the Order.
In preparing the Financial Statements, the Directors are responsible for assessing the NZ Banking Group’s ability
to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going
concern basis of accounting unless the Directors either intend to liquidate the NZ Banking Group or to cease
operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the Financial Statements and the Supplementary Information
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the Financial Statements and the
Supplementary Information, as a whole, are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to
issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a
guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (NZ) and ISAs will always detect a material
misstatement when it exists.
Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they
could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of the Financial
Statements and the Supplementary Information.
A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the Financial Statements and the Supplementary
Information is located at the External Reporting Board’s website at:
https://www.xrb.govt.nz/assurance-standards/auditors-responsibilities/audit-report-1/
This description forms part of our auditor’s report.
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Who we report to
This report is made solely to the Directors, as a body. Our work has been undertaken so that we might state those
matters which we are required to state to them in an auditor’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent
permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Directors, as a body, for our
work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.
The engagement partner on the engagement resulting in this independent auditor’s report is Samuel Shuttleworth.
For and on behalf of:
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Independent Assurance Report
To the Directors of Westpac Banking Corporation
Limited assurance report on compliance with the information required on credit and
market risk exposures and capital adequacy
Our conclusion
We have undertaken a limited assurance engagement on the New Zealand operations of Westpac Banking
Corporation (the “NZ Banking Group”)’s compliance, in all material respects, with clause 22 of the Registered
Bank Disclosure Statements (Overseas Incorporated Registered Banks) Order 2014 (as amended) (the “Order”)
which requires information prescribed in Schedule 9 of the Order relating to credit and market risk exposures and
capital adequacy to be disclosed in its full year Disclosure Statement for the year ended 30 September 2024 (the
“Disclosure Statement”). The Disclosure Statement containing the information prescribed in Schedule 9 of the
Order relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy will accompany our report, for the
purpose of reporting to the Directors.
Based on the procedures we have performed and the evidence we have obtained, nothing has come to our
attention that causes us to believe that the NZ Banking Group’s information relating to credit and market risk
exposures and capital adequacy, included in the Disclosure Statement in compliance with clause 22 of the Order
and disclosed in note iv of the registered bank disclosures, is not, in all material respects, disclosed in accordance
with Schedule 9 of the Order.
Basis for conclusion
We have conducted our engagement in accordance with Standard on Assurance Engagements 3100 (Revised)
Compliance Engagements (“SAE 3100 (Revised)”) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards
Board.
We believe that the evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our conclusion.
Directors’ responsibilities
The Directors are responsible on behalf of Westpac Banking Corporation for compliance with the Order, including
clause 22 of the Order which requires information relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital
adequacy prescribed in Schedule 9 of the Order to be included in the NZ Banking Group’s Disclosure Statement,
for the identification of risks that may threaten compliance with that clause, controls that would mitigate those risks
and monitoring ongoing compliance.
Our independence and quality management
We have complied with the independence and other ethical requirements of Professional and Ethical Standard 1
International Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners (including International Independence Standards) (New
Zealand) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board, which is founded on the
fundamental principles of integrity, objectivity, professional competence and due care, confidentiality and
professional behaviour.
We apply Professional and Ethical Standard 3 Quality Management for Firms that Perform Audits or Reviews of
Financial Statements, or Other Assurance or Related Services Engagements, which requires our firm to design,
implement and operate a system of quality management including policies or procedures regarding compliance
with ethical requirements, professional standards and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
We are independent of the NZ Banking Group. In addition to our role as auditor, our firm carries out other services
for the NZ Banking Group in the areas of assessments of whether the preconditions for assurance exist in
preparation for assurance over greenhouse gas disclosures and other audit related services. Other audit related
services include agreed upon procedures over the issue of comfort letters and debt issuance programmes. We
have also provided audit and non-audit assurance services in respect to non-consolidated entities managed by
the NZ Banking Group. In addition, certain partners and employees of our firm may deal with the NZ Banking
Group on normal terms within the ordinary course of trading activities of the NZ Banking Group. The provision of
these other services and these relationships have not impaired our independence.
PricewaterhouseCoopers, PwC Tower, 15 Customs Street West, Private Bag 92162, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
T: +64 9 355 8000, www.pwc.co.nz
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Assurance practitioner’s responsibilities
Our responsibility is to express a limited assurance conclusion on whether the NZ Banking Group’s information
relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy, included in the Disclosure Statement in
compliance with clause 22 of the Order is not, in all material respects, disclosed in accordance with Schedule 9 of
the Order. SAE 3100 (Revised) requires that we plan and perform our procedures to obtain limited assurance
about whether anything has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the NZ Banking Group’s
information relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy, included in the Disclosure
Statement in compliance with clause 22 is not, in all material respects, disclosed in accordance with Schedule 9 of
the Order.
In a limited assurance engagement, the assurance practitioner performs procedures, primarily consisting of
discussion and enquiries of management and others within the entity, as appropriate, and observation and walk-
throughs, and evaluates the evidence obtained. The procedures selected depend on our judgement, including
identifying areas where the risk of material non-compliance with clause 22 of the Order in respect of the
information relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy is likely to arise.
Given the circumstances of the engagement we:
●obtained an understanding of the process, models, data and internal controls implemented over the
preparation of the information relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy;
●obtained an understanding of the NZ Banking Group’s compliance framework and internal control environment
to ensure the information relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy is in compliance
with the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (the “RBNZ”) prudential requirements for banks;
●obtained an understanding and assessed the impact of any matters of non-compliance with the RBNZ’s
prudential requirements for banks that relate to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy and
inspected relevant correspondence with the RBNZ;
●performed analytical and other procedures on the information relating to credit and market risk exposures and
capital adequacy disclosed in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Order, and considered its consistency with
the annual financial statements; and
●agreed the information relating to credit and market risk exposures and capital adequacy disclosed in
accordance with Schedule 9 of the Order to information extracted from the NZ Banking Group’s models,
accounting records or other supporting documentation, which included publicly available information as
prescribed by clauses 5 and 6 of Schedule 9 of the Order.
The procedures performed in a limited assurance engagement vary in nature and timing from, and are less in
extent than for, a reasonable assurance engagement and consequently the level of assurance obtained in a
limited assurance engagement is substantially lower than the assurance that would have been obtained had a
reasonable assurance engagement been performed. Accordingly, we do not express a reasonable assurance
opinion on compliance with the compliance requirements.
Inherent limitations
Because of the inherent limitations of an assurance engagement, together with the internal control structure, it is
possible that fraud, error or non-compliance with the compliance requirements may occur and not be detected.
A limited assurance engagement on the NZ Banking Group’s information relating to credit and market risk
exposures and capital adequacy prescribed in Schedule 9 of the Order to be included in the Disclosure Statement
in compliance with clause 22 of the Order does not provide assurance on whether compliance will continue in the
future.
Use of report
This report has been prepared for use by the Directors, as a body, for the purpose of establishing that these
compliance requirements have been met.
Our report should not be used for any other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or
assume responsibility for any reliance on this report to anyone other than the Directors, as a body, or for any
purpose other than that for which it was prepared.
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The engagement partner on the engagement resulting in this independent assurance report is Samuel
Shuttleworth.
PricewaterhouseCoopers Auckland
7 November 2024
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