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4.49%: BNZ announces cut to 1-year fixed home loan rate

Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) has cut its standard advertised 1-year fixed home loan rate, ahead of OCR decision.

Stuff reporters
Last updated: 1 October 2025 | 2 min read
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BNZ has announced a significant cut to its standard 1-year fixed home loan rate, now at 4.49%. The bank aims to compete for new customers and meet demand for shorter terms that offer both a competitive rate and flexibility.

This reduction could save a customer with a $500,000 mortgage over $2400 in the first year. The new rate is available immediately for new home loans and for existing BNZ customers who are refixing or on a variable rate.

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