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When you'll be paid and when our contact centres are open over Easter 2023.

From 1 April 2023, income thresholds for Childcare Subsidy and Out of School Care and Recreation (OSCAR) Subsidy are increasing. This means more people will be able to get these payments. The hourly rates will also increase from this date.

On 1 April 2023 student support and payment rates will increase due to the Annual General Adjustment.

Changes have been made to housing products to help more people with housing costs.

We're here to help if you've been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.

Help is available if you're affected by the floods in Auckland, Waikato, Waitomo or Tairāwhiti.

When we're open and when you'll be paid on Waitangi Day (observed Monday 6 February 2023).