Parents - general definition

This is a natural, adoptive or whangai parent, a guardian, caregiver, step-parent, partner of your parent, or any other person acting as a parent who is responsible for your well-being and financial support.

Note: This may include a caregiver who receives an Orphan's Benefit or Unsupported Child's Benefit only if they are acting in place of a parent. A caregiver appointed by the Chief Executive of Child, Youth and Family or an agent recognised by the Children, Young Person's and Their Families Act 1989 is not regarded as a parent.