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Child abuse
Found in Law, crime and justice / Abuse, harassment and domestic violence / Child abuse
If you're worried a child is being abused, please report your suspicions so authorities can investigate.
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Celebrants
Found in Family and whānau / Getting married / Celebrants
Only registered celebrants can perform weddings or civil unions in New Zealand.
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Civil unions
Found in Family and whānau / Getting married / Civil unions
A civil union is the formalisation of a relationship between two people, regardless of gender, in accordance with the Civil Union Act 2004. Some overseas countries may not recognise New Zealand civil unions so you may want to seek independent legal advice before deciding to enter into a civil union. A celebrant must conduct your civil union.
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Consumer laws
Found in Consumer rights and complaints / Consumer laws
Find out what laws protect you when buying from, or sharing your information with, businesses selling in New Zealand and online.
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Adopting a child
Found in Family and whānau / Adoption and fostering / Adopting a child
You can apply to adopt a child in New Zealand as a couple or as an individual.
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Buying a used car
Found in Transport / Buying a vehicle / Buying a used car
Transfer a vehicle into your name — and check it is not stolen and there’s no money owing against it.
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Car seats for kids
Found in Transport / Car seats for kids
Kids under 7 have to be in car seats. Between 7 and 8 they have to be in a car seat if one is available.
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High Use Health Card
Found in Health / Financial help and services / High Use Health Card
If you visit your doctor more than 12 times in a year, talk to your doctor about the High Use Health Card to lower the cost of the visits.
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Appearing in court
Found in Law, crime and justice / The courts / Appearing in court
You’ll first appear to enter a plea. If you plead not guilty, you’ll appear again at a later date. If you plead guilty, you’ll either be sentenced immediately or appear later for sentencing.
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Your consumer rights
Found in Consumer rights and complaints / Your consumer rights
You have the right to complain if something you’ve bought does not work, a service has not achieved the result that was agreed, something has not been delivered on time, or you've been misled by an advert.