Search results for Māori
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Enrol and vote in an election
Found in Engaging with government / Enrol and vote in an election
Learn how to vote in a general election and how to enrol on the general roll or the Māori roll.
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New Zealand's history
Found in History, culture and heritage / New Zealand's history
Learn where you can research New Zealand history. Find information about local, national, military and Māori history.
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Financial help for first-home buyers
Found in Housing and property / Buying or selling a home / Financial help for first-home buyers
You may be able to get government help to buy or build your first home. Find out how to get help from Kāinga Ora or withdraw money from your KiwiSaver.
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Adoption and fostering
Found in Family and whānau / Adoption and fostering
Adopt a child or place a child for adoption. Learn about fostering a child and the Māori tradition of Whāngai. Get information about your own adoption or birth child.
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Registry ceremonies
Found in Family and whānau / Getting married / How to get married in NZ / Registry ceremonies
A registry ceremony has standard vows and must take place during business hours on a weekday (9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday). You cannot hold the ceremony on a public holiday. You must pay $150 for the marriage licence and a set fee of $90 for the ceremony, which you pay to the celebrant in advance. You should contact your celebrant before you apply for a marriage licence to make sure they will be available.
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Education scholarships, grants and awards
Found in Education / Tertiary education / Education scholarships, grants and awards
Find out if you can get money to help pay for your education.
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Getting a tax refund
Found in Tax, benefits and finance / Tax / Getting a tax refund
Most people automatically get a tax refund if they’re owed one.
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Freedom camping
Found in Recreation and the environment / Freedom camping
Freedom camping is when you camp on public land that isn’t a recognised camping ground or holiday park. Make sure you plan your journey and respect the area you camp in.
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Enrol to vote
Found in Engaging with government / Enrol and vote in an election / Enrol to vote
You can vote in NZ elections if you’re eligible and you’ve added your name to an electoral roll.
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Postpone or defer paying your rates
Found in Housing and property / Get financial help with housing / Postpone or defer paying your rates
If you own your own home, many councils let you postpone or defer paying your rates. Check with your council to find out if they offer this service and whether you are eligible.