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News & Updates

JobSeeker Updates July '25

​🔄 Key Changes Summary

Big Change: Your Jobseeker Support now needs to be renewed every 26 weeks instead of 52 weeks.

Income Reporting: Everyone now reports income weekly instead of annually.

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📋 What This Means for You

If You're Currently on Jobseeker Support:

  • You'll gradually move to the new 26-week system

  • You'll need to reapply for your benefit every 6 months

  • Important: You must complete your reapplication before your expiry date

  • You'll need to report any income every week

If You're a Sole Parent:

  • If your youngest child turns 14 and you're working full-time, you may not qualify for Jobseeker Support

  • You'll now report income weekly (not yearly)

  • The temporary full-time employment period is no longer available

If You're a Student on Hardship:

  • Sole parents starting from 1 July 2025 will report income weekly

  • If you started before 1 July 2025, you may continue with annual income reporting until your benefit ends

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📅 What You Need to Do

1. Keep Track of Your Dates

  • Know when your benefit expires

  • Start your reapplication process early

  • Don't wait until the last minute

2. Report Income Weekly

  • Report any work income every week

  • Keep records of all earnings

  • If you work full-time, you may no longer qualify

3. Stay in Touch with Work and Income

  • Attend all appointments

  • Respond to letters and requests quickly

  • Ask for help if you don't understand something

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🆘 Need Help?

We're here to support you through these changes.

Our Services Include:

  • Help with benefit applications and reapplications

  • Support with Work and Income meetings

  • Assistance with reviews and appeals

  • Advocacy for your rights

How to Get Help:

  • Book an appointment through our website

  • Call us during office hours

  • Visit our office - we're here to help

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💡 Important Reminders
  • Don't lose your benefit - reapply before it expires

  • Keep all paperwork - you'll need it for reapplications

  • Ask for help early - don't wait until there's a problem

  • Know your rights - we can help you understand them

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Remember: These changes can be confusing, but you don't have to figure them out alone. We're experienced in helping people through benefit processes, and we're here for you.

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213 Lichfield Street,

Christchurch 8011

0800 00 00 43

03 379 8787

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