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Working in NZ for more than 3 months
Found in Immigration and visas / Get a visa to work in NZ / Working in NZ for more than 3 months
Depending on your skills, where you come from, your age and other factors you may be able to work in New Zealand temporarily for more than 3 months.
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If you live alone
Found in Tax, benefits and finance / New Zealand Superannuation and the Veteran's Pension / If you live alone
Find out about getting NZ Superannuation or Veteran’s Pension when you’re single and live by yourself or when you’re single and share accommodation.
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Total Mobility scheme
Found in Health / Financial help and services / Total Mobility scheme
The Total Mobility scheme provides subsidised door-to-door taxi services for people who cannot use public transport due to a disability. It’s funded in partnership by local and central government.
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Complain about home help and support services
Found in Health / Help in your home / Complain about home help and support services
Find out what to do and who to contact if you have a concern or complaint about your home support services.
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Taking parental leave
Found in Work / Parental leave / Taking parental leave
As well as maternity and paternity leave, there are other leave options for eligible parents and carers. You may be able to get parental leave payments from the government.
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Government help with dental costs
Found in Health / Doctors, dentists and prescriptions / Government help with dental costs
Basic dental services are free until you’re 18. If you need dental care after 18, and you’re on a low income or have a disability, illness or injury, you can apply for government help.
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111 emergency service
Found in Law, crime and justice / Crimes and emergencies / 111 emergency service
If you need help from the police, the fire service, or you need an ambulance, dial 111 and the emergency operator will connect you to the right place.
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Leaving children by themselves
Found in Family and whānau / Childcare and supervision / Leaving children by themselves
You can leave a child under 14 at home or in another place if you’ve made reasonable provisions to have them supervised and cared for safely, and they’re not left for a long time.
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Get an IRD number for your child
Found in Tax, benefits and finance / Get an IRD number / Get an IRD number for your child
Your child will need an IRD number if they’re earning any money or interest, or if you’re applying for Working for Families or child support. If you’re having a baby, you can apply for one when you register their birth.