Westpac NZ announces changes to Board of Directors

Westpac NZ has announced the appointment of Debbie Birch as an independent non-executive director, effective 18 April 2024. Ms Birch brings more than 30 years of financial markets experience, including managing global investment portfolios. Her governance career has included a diverse range of board roles including Maori/Iwi commercial entities and Crown organisations, and she has held a number of industry and government positions in the financial services sector. Westpac NZ Board Chair Pip Greenwood says Ms Birch will bring a fresh perspective to the Board along with a wealth of complementary skills and expertise. "In addition to her financial markets experience, Debbie's governance roles including as a director of Tourism Holdings Limited and leadership in the Maori/Iwi sector align with our commitment to supporting our customers and the communities we operate in," Ms Greenwood says. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has provided non-objection to the appointment. Ms Greenwood also thanked Jonathan Mason, who will retire from the Board effective 17 June 2024, for his significant contributions over the past nine years. "Mr Mason has played an important role on the Board throughout his tenure, including as Board Audit Committee Chair. We wish him all the best for his future endeavours," Ms Greenwood says. ENDS Authorised by: Imelda Sheerin Acting Head of Governance Operations and Company Secretariat, WNZL Imelda.sheerin@westpac.co.nz For Media Enquiries, please contact: Max Bania Westpac NZ Senior Manager External Communications Max.bania@westpac.co.nz 027 549 9659 End CA:00427907 For:WNZ Type:ADMIN Time:2024-03-13 16:57:04