Two BNZ branches in Christchurch could close.

In a statement provided to Chris Lynch, a spokesman says “we are currently consulting with our people in the Cashel and Fitzgerald, and Russley branches.”

“We continually review the footprint of our branch network to best meet the needs of our customers. We are currently consulting with our people on a plan to make some changes in several branches in the Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch metro areas.”

 “The branches that we’re considering making changes to have seen significant declining usage as digital or other nearby branches that are within a 10 minute drive, are utilised instead.

 “It is our intention to offer other roles to any BNZers affected by proposed changes and we are currently in consultation with them.”