Leading Westpac Life interest rate cut overnight

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Westpac has made a slew of interest rate cuts to its savings accounts, including to the leading Westpac Life rate for 18 to 29-year-olds. The big bank shaved a sizeable 50 basis points off the rate, taking it down from 3.00% p.a. to 2.50% p.a.*

Despite the hefty reduction though, the savings account still takes out the top spot in the Mozo database for bonus savings rates. In fact, all other bonus savings rates listed in Mozo’s database are below 2.00% p.a.*

Coming in second and third place in our database are Virgin Money’s savings and everyday transaction account combo, the Virgin Money Boost Saver with Go Account and ING’s popular ING Savings Maximiser account. The former offers a competitive 1.50% p.a. interest rate, while the latter follows closely behind with a rate of 1.35% p.a.* Although it should be noted that with all bonus rate savings accounts, there are usually conditions to meet to earn the full rate.

Westpac Life conditions

Westpac’s Life savings account for 18 to 29-year-olds still offers a competitive rate, but there are a few conditions to meet to earn it. 

As already mentioned, the account is only available for 18 to 29-year-olds. Next, the maximum ongoing 2.50% p.a. bonus rate is only available on balances up to $30,000. If your balance goes over $30,000, the rate will drop to 0.30% p.a.

Besides all this, you will have to do a bit of legwork to earn the full rate. This includes making at least five eligible purchases with a debit card linked to your Westpac Choice account. These transactions must be settled (i.e. not pending) within the calendar month. You must also make at least one deposit into the Westpac Life account each month and the balance at the end of the month will have to be more than the balance at the beginning of the month.

These conditions may seem like a lot, but they are fairly standard for high interest savings accounts.

Other high interest savings accounts

Not eligible for the Westpac Life account? 

Don’t worry there are plenty of other high interest savings accounts to choose from. Head to Mozo’s compare high interest savings accounts page for more options. Or check out the options below. Just make sure to read all the conditions, before signing up.

Compare high interest savings accounts - last updated 29 March 2024

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    High Interest Savings Account

    5.75% p.a. (for $0 to $250,001)

    4.40% p.a.(for $0 to $250,001)

    Yes up to $250,000

    Bonus rate for the first 4 months from account opening

    Reward yourself with a higher rate for your good savings habits with the Rabobank High Interest Savings Account . Receive the maximum rate when you grow your balance by at least $200 each month. No Account keeping fees. No minimum balance.

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  • Savings Account

    5.35% p.a. (for $0 to $250,000)

    4.75% p.a.(for $0 to $1,000,000)

    Yes up to $250,000

    Bonus variable rate is available for the first four months.

    Competitive introductory variable rate for first 4 months (on deposits up to $250,000). No account keeping fees to pay. Multiple 2023 Mozo Experts Choice Award winner.

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  • High Interest Save Account

    5.10% p.a. (for $0 to $250,000)

    0.10% p.a.(for $0 and over)

    Yes up to $250,000

    Deposit at least $200 to either Spend or Save account from an external source each month.

    No monthly fees on any of your save accounts. Split your money with up to 10 Save accounts. Set savings targets and track the progress of all your Save accounts. Deposits guaranteed up to $250K per customer.

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  • Reward Saver Account

    5.25% p.a. (for $0 to $1,000,000)

    0% p.a.(for $0 and over)

    Yes up to $250,000

    Intro bonus rate of 5.25% for balances up to $1,000,000 for the first 4 months, reverting to 3.25%. Minimum deposit of $50 and no withdrawals.

    Introductory bonus rate for balances up to $1,000,000 for the first 4 months. Minimum deposit of $50 and no withdrawals. Start your account online in under 10 minutes and earn interest on balances up to $1,000,000 (T&Cs apply). No monthly account fees, helping you save smarter and faster.

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    AMP Saver Account

    5.40% p.a. (for $0 to $250,000)

    1.20% p.a.(for $0 to $5,000,000)

    Yes up to $250,000

    Enjoy a bonus rate when you deposit at least $1000 per month with the AMP Saver Account.

    No account fees. Unlimited transactions when linked to an AMP Bank transaction account. Easy online access to your money. Option to link your savings account to an everyday transaction account. 2024 Mozo Experts Choice Award winner.

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*Interest rates and information taken from the Mozo database, correct as of 17 September 2021.

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