FlyerTalk Forums - View Single Post - Westpac bumps BNZ as Air NZ points partner
Old Apr 29, 2015 | 4:43 pm
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I did a Google search on Westpac and clicked 'apply now'. Somehow all my details appeared on the application form (creepy). I submitted and got an almost instant approval. Received a very impressive boxed set holding the card - a bit over the top.
It provides lounge access to Priority Lounges - I really don't need it as I am Elite with NZ and platinum with QF - and they have really poor coverage of Australia and NZ.

But I think you are right that they have lowered the bar if they let me join with a cursory background check.
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