Indigenous Business Banking
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices or names of deceased persons in photographs, film, audio recordings or printed material.
Backing your deadly business, from inception to growth
Dedicated managers for First Nations businesses
Your Indigenous Business Banking team have years of experience working shoulder-to-shoulder with First Nations organisations in remote, regional and urban areas.
Cultural consideration
We understand that helping your business thrive requires cultural awareness during your application and credit assessment, and a deep respect for community.
Strong First Nations capability
Whether you’re a Westpac business client, part of our supply network, or involved through microfinance and grants, we’ll help your business feel empowered to flourish.
Our reconciliation journey
We’re working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses to help build a prosperous future for the Indigenous business sector. And with Indigenous businesses and corporations making a deadly contribution to the Australian economy – generating more than $16 billion in revenue in 2021-2022+ – we’re listening and learning. Check out our Reconciliation Action Plan
Explore our business banking hub
Supply chains & networking
Indigenous supplier interest
Register with us now if your business is:
- At least 50% owned by people of Australian Indigenous descent; and Supply Nation accredited
- Or at least 51% owned, managed and controlled by women.
Register with Supply Nation
Westpac’s been a Supply Nation member since 2010. They provide Australia’s leading database of verified Indigenous businesses, helping your customers find you by searching your business name, product, service, area or category.
Get certified with WEConnect
Westpac were the first Australian corporate member of WEConnect International, a not-for-profit network that links women-owned businesses with corporate buyers.
Our social enterprise grants
Inclusive jobs grant
Does your social enterprise or community organisation create jobs and training opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people? Check your eligibility for our Inclusive Employment Grants.
Social Change Fellowships
Are you a social entrepreneur leading social change? This fellowship, valued at $50k, invests in you and provides personal growth, leadership experiences, coaching and access to the W100 Alumni Network of Westpac Scholars.
Storytelling & practical support
Mob podcasts & education
Listen to Community sharing their business journeys, view downloadable resources, articles and videos.
My Business Plan
A planning template with notes and questions to help you build a Business Plan.
Help for your business
Access some of the most innovative businesses, industry experts and education.
I want to...
Most types of businesses, trusts, not-for-profits and associations can open most Westpac business accounts online, without having to go into a branch. Usually, it takes just a few minutes.
If you’re a sole trader, sole director or two-director company, you can use this tool to find an account and start opening it online.
In branch
If you’re a new client with two or more signatories, you’ll need an in-branch ID and document check before you can start making payments from your account.
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Contact us
Business Banking: IndigenousBusiness@westpac.com.au
Supplier Inclusion & Diversity: SupplierInclusionDiversity@westpac.com.au
Engagement: IndigenousEngagement@westpac.com.au
Careers: IndigenousCareers@westpac.com.au
Things you should know
+ Evans, M., Polidano, C., Dahmann, S. C., Kalera, Y., Ruiz, M., Moschion, J., Blackman, M. (2024). Indigenous Business and Corporation Snapshot Study 3.0.pdf The University of Melbourne (https://fbe.unimelb.edu.au/cibl/research). Accessed 31 October 2024.
^ No monthly fee on the Business One everyday transaction account. $3 per staff-assisted transaction applies (includes for cheques written, collected, and deposited, branch assisted deposits and withdrawals, and narrated credits.) Fees may incur for certain electronic transactions such as foreign transactions and withdrawals from some overseas ATMs. [Account for if you mainly bank online or by app, and rarely in branch.] For a complete view of fees, please refer to our Terms and Conditions (PDF 536KB) (PDF 805KB).
* Total partner value has been calculated assuming you take up all partner offers for the entire offer period. Where applicable, we have used the highest subscription offered for Samsung, an initial purchase of $4,000, followed by a subsequent $1,000 purchase. For Uber, an annual spend of $1,000 is considered.