Westpac New Zealand is investing at least $1million into a new development to create a super branch on Cameron Road and establish a Help Station in the CBD within the next 18 months.

Westpac will be the anchor tenant at the 575 Cameron Road site due for completion in June 2015.

Projected plans of the new Westpac super branch on Cameron Road.

The new building will be called the Westpac Centre and will be home to Westpac's retail and business banking teams.

In addition, Westpac will be opening a new Help Station in Tauranga City next year, bringing 24/7 capability and other benefits to the retail heart of the city.

Westpac regional business manager, Steve Atkinson, says the planned investment reflects Westpac's recognition of the evolving shape of Tauranga's business district.

'Cameron Road has become a significant hub for our business customers so it made sense to look for a development site in that area.

'We expect it will be a stunning space for both our staff and customers with ample parking for 24/7 banking.

The new Help Station will be on Devonport Road.

Yuh Shan Holdings a Tauranga-owned property investment company collaborated with Veros Property Partners, Westpac and FDA architecture to design the proposed new building.

Recognised as one of the best positioned sites in the Cameron Rd 11th Ave precinct, Westpac says the development has great profile to Cameron Rd and is expected to attract further top quality tenants to locate beside Westpac.