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Avanti Finance
If it's not the bank, it's us
Since 1989, Avanti has helped nearly 100,000 New Zealanders by providing finance to buy a car, pay a bill or buy a home. Our customers come from around Aotearoa, from all walks of life, with different ages, incomes, gender and ethnicity.
At Avanti we live and breathe our values.
We put people first and treat everyone we deal with as individuals with unique circumstances, because we know that sometimes “life happens”.
We are relentlessly helpful in everything we do. And we believe that we're not just here to support our customer's finances but provide them with tools to support their lives. We know our stuff and do our best.
We do what's right too, holding ourselves to the highest ethical standards. This is a responsibility we take very seriously.
Avanti Finance - Latest News [Page 1]
Avanti Finance Announces Appointment Of Brittany Thomas As Auto Relationship Manager
Monday, 2 February 2026, 7:47 pm | Avanti Finance
Brittany’s appointment strengthens Avanti’s commitment to providing responsive, relationshipdriven support to introducers across New Zealand. More >>
Avanti Finance Welcomes Jessie Hutchins To Its Auto Lending Team
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 4:20 pm | Avanti Finance
With seven years in lending, banking and the auto industry, Jessie has held roles at Westpac and BNZ, as well as serving as a Business Manager at Turners. More >>
Avanti Finance Group Appoints Matthew Craig As Head Of Lending Operations At Branded
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 10:46 am | Avanti Finance
Matthew Craig’s appointment marks a strategic step for both Branded and the broader Avanti Finance Group, as the organisation continues to invest in experienced leadership to drive long-term success. More >>
Avanti Finance Welcomes New Group CFO, Brad Lang
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 8:19 am | Avanti Finance
Brad is passionate about leading high-performing teams and thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments – making him a perfect fit for Avanti Finance. More >>
Avanti Finance Strengthens Auto Division With Two Key Appointments
Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 12:47 pm | Avanti Finance
With a wealth of auto industry experience and expertise, Leo Gregan and Chloe Webster are well placed to further position Avanti as the leading one-stop-shop auto financier in their respective regions. More >>
Helen Mulligan Promoted To National Sales Manager At Avanti Finance
Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 3:26 pm | Avanti Finance
With over 20 years of experience working with mortgage advisers, Helen has consistently demonstrated exceptional expertise, dedication, and leadership. Her contributions have been pivotal in fostering strong relationships and driving the company's growth. More >>
Avanti Finance Rebrand Signals Ambitious Growth Agenda
Tuesday, 6 May 2025, 2:57 pm | Avanti Finance
The rebrand is part of a broader transformation, including investment in technology, new product development, and an enhanced service experience for introducers and customers. More >>
Avanti Finance Welcomes Ben Anderson As Chief Risk Officer
Monday, 21 October 2024, 5:11 pm | Avanti Finance
Ben’s appointment underscores Avanti Finance’s commitment to governance and risk management while fostering innovative growth across all business segments. More >>
Mike Down Joins Avanti Finance Group As General Manager Auto
Monday, 9 October 2023, 6:35 pm | Avanti Finance
Avanti Finance Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Down as General Manager Auto for New Zealand. Mike joins Avanti Finance from ORIX New Zealand, following roles as GM Fleet Services with John Andrew Ford & Mazda and GM Relationship ... More >>
Avanti Finance Completes First ABS Issuance In Australia
Thursday, 24 August 2023, 11:52 am | Avanti Finance
The Avanti Finance Group has successfully completed their first issuance of auto asset-backed securities (ABS) in Australia thanks to the growth of its auto lending business. The A$250m issuance is a key part of Avanti Finance’s funding strategy ... More >>
Avanti Finance Appoints Olivia Meo-Groser As Chief Risk Officer
Friday, 19 May 2023, 11:16 am | Avanti Finance
Avanti Finance is pleased to announce the appointment of Olivia Meo-Groser as Chief Risk Officer. Meo-Groser brings over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, having worked in New Zealand, Australia, Asia, and Europe. At Avanti Finance, ... More >>
Avanti Finance Proudly Supports Adviser Of The Year - Specialist Lending Award At NZMA Awards
Friday, 28 April 2023, 6:54 pm | Avanti Finance
Avanti Finance is pleased to be an events sponsor for the Adviser of the Year - Specialist Lending award. This award recognises exceptional achievement and performance within the specialist lending sector, which supports all borrowers. As an events ... More >>
Avanti Finance Named Best Non-Bank Lender At 2023 NZMA Awards For Second Year In A Row
Friday, 28 April 2023, 6:54 pm | Avanti Finance
Avanti Finance has been named the best non-bank lender in New Zealand for the second year running at the 2023 New Zealand Mortgage Awards. This achievement comes on the back of Avanti Finance being confirmed as the second largest non-bank lender in NZ ... More >>
Avanti Finance Appoints New General Manager Property
Thursday, 1 December 2022, 10:24 am | Avanti Finance
Avanti Finance is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Boyce, who joins the Executive Team as General Manager Property. Ian has been brought on board to help grow Avanti’s mortgage presence. He has spent most of his career at ASB, most recently ... More >>
Elaine Owen Joins Avanti Finance As New Head Of Product And Markets
Thursday, 22 September 2022, 10:03 am | Avanti Finance
Avanti Finance today announced the appointment of Elaine Owen, who joins the Senior Executive team as Head of Product and Markets. Elaine has been brought on board to support Avanti’s significant growth and to develop new products that meet the needs ... More >>
Avanti Finance Wins Non-Bank Lender Of The Year At 2022 NZMA Awards
Wednesday, 23 February 2022, 10:02 am | Avanti Finance
February 18, 2022, Auckland, NZ: Avanti Finance has been announced as the winner of the NZ Non-Bank Lender of the Year category at the most recent New Zealand Mortgage Awards. This yearly awards ceremony recognises those advisers, brokers, lenders and ... More >>
Avanti Finance completes largest ever RMBS funding raise
Friday, 10 September 2021, 12:08 pm | Avanti Finance
Avanti Finance, New-Zealand-based non-bank lender, has recently completed its latest Residential Mortgage Backed Security (RMBS) issuance, raising $350 million, the largest amount sourced from this kind of transaction in New Zealand’s history, to date. More >>
Avanti Finance Celebrates Its Lowest-ever Home Loan Interest Rates
Thursday, 4 February 2021, 10:30 am | Avanti Finance
Auckland, NZ: Avanti Finance, a non-bank lender, has lowered the starting rate of its near prime mortgage product to below 4% for the first time. Last year, Avanti Finance unveiled its first near prime mortgage offering, with rates starting from ... More >>
Avanti Finance Announces $10 Million Partnership With Te Puia Tāpapa
Tuesday, 27 October 2020, 3:53 pm | Avanti Finance
Auckland, NZ: Māori investment fund Te Puia Tāpapa and non-bank lender Avanti Finance are pleased to announce a $10 million partnership following a recent capital raise by Avanti. Avanti Finance has grown to be a leading New Zealand non-bank lender ... More >>
Avanti Finance Reveals Mortgage Product Aimed Towards The New Near-prime Market.
Thursday, 30 July 2020, 10:41 am | Avanti Finance
Avanti Finance reveals mortgage product aimed towards the new near-prime market. Auckland, NZ: Avanti Finance has launched a new near-prime mortgage product that promises to bridge the gap between main bank and specialist lending options. The ... More >>
