Find out about
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Finding work
We can help you get ready to apply for jobs and find the right job for you. We can even help you while you're working with things like training or paying the bills.
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Check what you might get
Use our online tool to find out what payments you might be able to get from us.
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Seniors
Find out about NZ Super, payment dates and rates and more.
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Housing
Get help with accommodation costs, advice about public housing, moving house or any housing issues.
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Community Services Card
Help with healthcare and public transport costs for you and your family.
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Not working
If you've lost your job or can't work right now, you may be able to get a benefit or payment from us.
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Living expenses
If you're struggling financially or have had an unexpected bill, we might be able t o help you, even if you're working.
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Children
Get help with the costs of raising children, e.g. childcare, school costs, uniforms and stationery.
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Employer services
Whether you've just started a job or need some help at work, we've got your back.
Latest news
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Winter Energy Payment update
We recently identified that the Winter Energy Payment had been stopped for some people receiving New Zealand Superannuation and Veteran's Pension.
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New jobs features in MyMSD
We've added some features in MyMSD to help job seekers with their job search.
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Modernising our processes
The Government has introduced the Social Security (Modernisation) Amendment Bill 2026. This Bill will help us modernise some of our processes by expanding the use of automated decision-making.