Westpac NZ external audit services

Westpac Banking Corporation (Westpac) announced on 8 March 2024 that after the completion of a competitive tender process, it has confirmed KPMG as the preferred firm to be appointed as its external auditor for the 2025 financial year, beginning 1 October 2024. Subject to KPMG becoming independent, and regulatory consent being obtained, the approval of Westpac shareholders will be sought at the Westpac 2024 Annual General Meeting. Westpac New Zealand Limited (Westpac NZ) has also completed a competitive tender process and confirmed KPMG as the preferred firm to be appointed as Westpac NZ's external auditor for the 2025 financial year, beginning 1 October 2024. The appointment will require approval by Westpac New Zealand Group Limited as Westpac NZ's shareholder. PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is currently Westpac NZ's external auditor and will undertake the audit for the 2024 financial year. End CA:00427719 For:WNZ Type:GENERAL Time:2024-03-11 08:30:24