Who we are

See what makes Kiwibank tick, where we come from, our leaders, what we stand for and who owns us. This is who we are.
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This is how we're helping Kiwi thrive

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    Tahi

    This is one million customers and counting

    In 2002 Kiwibank was established with a clear purpose. Today we’ve grown to be the largest New Zealand owned bank, supporting over one million customers. Read more about our purpose.

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    Rua

    This is helping more Kiwi into homes

    Co-own helps more Kiwi turn the dream of owning a home into reality by teaming up with friends or whānau! Find out more about Co-own.

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    Toru

    This is investing in the next generation

    We want to ensure all Kiwi rangatahi are financially equipped for success. So far we have supported nearly half a million rangatahi and are aiming for all school aged children to have access to quality financial education by 2030. Learn more about our partnership with Banqer.

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    Whā

    This is a higher standard

    In 2020 we became the first New Zealand bank to be B-Corp certified. This means as a business we strive to meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance. See our journey to becoming B-Corp certified.

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    Rima

    This is looking after our own

    Our team are important to our business, so we are proud to have gained the Gender Tick, Living Wage, Neurodiversity Brain Badge and Pride Pledge accreditations.

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    Ono

    This is a lighter footprint

    We were the first bank in New Zealand to use recycled plastic in all our cards. Read more about our sustainability approach.

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    Whitu

    This is being purpose led

    We're passionate about creating a sustainable future by making tamariki, Kiwi and Aotearoa better off. Read more about our purpose.

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    Waru

    This is a thriving Aotearoa

    Our brand reflects the best of modern, progressive Aotearoa and takes inspiration from a pā of harakeke, which symbolises a thriving whānau and community. Read more about our brand.

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    Iwa

    This is backing Kiwi business

    Every business has a different goal, and our goal is to ensure we do our part to help awesome Kiwi businesses thrive. Read more about how we can help you run or grow your business.

Our purpose

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We're passionate about creating a sustainable future by making tamariki, Kiwi and Aotearoa better off.