Government Department

Ministry of Social Development

Te Manatū Whakahiato Ora

Social Services & Benefits

What this regulator covers

Work and Income benefits, StudyLink, Seniors, social housing referrals, disability support, employment programmes, social sector commissioning.

When to contact this regulator

  • Benefit application
  • Work and Income
  • Disability support
  • StudyLink

Escalation

If you are unsatisfied with a decision from this regulator, escalation paths typically run through the Ombudsman (process complaints) or the relevant Court/Tribunal (substantive decisions). Check the regulator's official website for specific review and appeal procedures.

Official website

msd.govt.nz

Contact details

Phone number
Email address
Postal address

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