Financial help for your family

You may be able to get financial help for your family, even if you’re working or looking after a child that's not your own.

  • Help when you’re raising children

    You may be able to get financial help for your family, even if you’re working or looking after a child that’s not your own.

  • Working for Families payments

    Get help with the costs of raising children with Working for Families tax credit payments. Your payments are worked out based on the information you give Inland Revenue about your income for the year.

  • Apply for Best Start payments

    Most New Zealanders can get a weekly payment to help support their newborn baby. Some people can get Best Start payments until their child turns 3 years of age — it depends on family income.

  • Youth benefits

    Payments for young people aged 16 or 17 who cannot live with their parents, and for young parents aged 16 to 19.

  • Financial help and benefits if you're over 65

    If you've retired on a limited income, you may be able to get government help to pay for regular costs or unexpected expenses. You can use your SuperGold Card for transport and other discounts.

  • Getting help with your budget

    There are community services that can help you manage your finances.

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